2024 State of the Sector

CRC’s eighth annual State of the Sector will celebrate our sector’s work in 2023 and highlight important challenges facing Colorado nonprofits and the leaders finding effective solutions.

Join us for a hybrid virtual and in-person session with innovators and change-makers from across the State. We will host an expert panel of sector leaders and recognize community trailblazers, followed by an in-person reception at CRC’s new offices in Denver, CO.

Additionally, we are hosting a casual lunch + watch party in Durango for nonprofits in the Southwestern region of Colorado to attend.

Our Theme this year is Advocates for Good: The Power of Nonprofits in Colorado.

Join us for:

• Celebration and storytelling around our sector’s work + impact in 2023 and beyond
• An engaging panel discussion with change makers in our field who are finding ways to succeed despite rising demands and the need to adapt rapidly
• Presentation of the Community Trailblazer Awards
• Recognition of Maria Fabula for her accomplishments during her tenure as CRC’s CEO & President

Speakers Include:

• Katy Sawyer – Director of Capacity Building, CRC
• Alex McHenry – Director of Civic Engagement, Interim Co-Executive Director, CRC
• Jodi Walker – Executive Director, Kids At Their Best, CRC Board of Directors
• Naomi Amaha – Director of Policy & Government Affairs, The Denver Foundation
• Nelly Navarro – Executive Director, Integrated Community
• Andrea Kuwik – Senior Policy Analyst, Bell Policy Center
• Aaron Miltenberger – Executive Director, Boys & Girls Club of the San Luis Valley, CRC Board

We are excited to announce the recipients of the Community Trailblazer Award: 

Individual-Award Winner 

Stephania Vasconez

Founder, Executive Director, Mutual Aid Partners

Mesa County, CO

Nonprofit-Award Winner 

Lamar Unidos

Lamar, CO