The Larimer County Behavioral Health Services Department has awarded $3 million in grants to 42 local organizations through its annual Impact Fund Grant Program. Since its launch in 2019, the program has distributed a total of $17.7 million to 77 unique organizations, advancing the county’s commitment to expanding and improving behavioral health care. Now in its seventh cycle, the Impact Fund is supported by a 20-year behavioral health tax that voters approved in 2018.
According to Amy Martonis, director of Behavioral Health Services, the county is committed to investing in programs that make a meaningful difference. She emphasized that the stories and data collected from grantee partners demonstrate how these initiatives are positively transforming lives. By strengthening connections, addressing needs across all stages of life, and meeting people where they are, the Impact Fund is playing a vital role in supporting community well-being.
Grantees are using the funding to expand public awareness of mental health and substance use, increase the number of behavioral health professionals, and reach underserved populations. These efforts target groups such as children, young adults, veterans, older adults, and individuals whose primary language is not English, ensuring more equitable access to care across the community.
Each grant cycle involves a thorough evaluation process led by Behavioral Health Services staff, independent experts, and county leaders. Applications are reviewed collectively to ensure the portfolio addresses diverse community needs. The recommendations are then presented to the Behavioral Health Policy Council before final approval by the Board of County Commissioners. On August 19, 2025, the BoCC voted unanimously to approve the 2025 funding portfolio.
