Upcoming Live & Virtual Trainings!

Community Resource Center is excited to be expanding our training offerings in 2026, equipping organizations with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to strengthen their impact. CRC is working to build our internal capacity to increase these offerings thanks to support from The Colorado Trust through their Community Resilience Initiatives. Learn more here. 

On Demand Trainings are now available! View More

February Events

Virtual Funder Roundtables – San Luis Valley (Register Now)

February 5, 2026 | 9:00am – 12:30pm | Virtual Connection with Funders

Virtual Funder Roundtables are an opportunity to directly engage with staff from foundations and grantmaking agencies of your choosing – to introduce yourself, share a bit about your work, ask questions about fit, and speak to your needs and plans.

This three-and-a-half-hour session will provide participating nonprofits and local governments with the opportunity to connect with up to six funders of their choice throughout the morning.

We will limit the number of participants to four in each round to ensure meaningful engagement and foster regional relationship building.

If cost is a barrier, please email email hidden; JavaScript is required for a scholarship.

AI for Grant Writing: An Introduction for Nonprofits (REGISTER NOW)

February 10, 2026 | 9:00am – 12:00 noon | Virtual training via Zoom

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way nonprofits approach grant development, from prospect research and writing support to project management and editing. But AI is not a replacement for the human voice, strategy, and expertise behind successful grants—it’s a powerful tool and“personal assistant” that still needs your guidance.

This 3-hour interactive, introductory-level training will demystify AI for nonprofit professionals, providing clear definitions, examples, and practical tips for using AI responsibly in the grant process. Participants will explore a range of platforms and grant-specific AI tools, consider both the benefits and cautions, and hear insights from Colorado funders about how AI is shaping their review process. Together, we’ll experiment with hands-on exercises so participants walk away with new tools, practical strategies, and confidence to begin using AI in their own grant development work.

By the end of this training, participants will gain:
● A clear understanding of what AI is and how it applies to grant writing.
● Knowledge of the benefits and cautions of using AI in the grant process.
● Frameworks to assess the ethical implications of AI in the context of your organization’s core
values.
● An overview of available AI platforms and grant-specific tools.
● Insights from Colorado funders on how AI is influencing grant review.
● Practical tips for using AI in drafting, research, editing, and project management.
● Hands-on experience through interactive exercises with AI tools.
● A take-home resource with prompts and tools to continue experimenting with AI in their own
work.

Trainer: Katy Pepinsky (she/her), Consultant & Client Lead with ThinkSharp! Nonprofit Consulting.

Funder Connection – El Pomar Foundation (REGISTER NOW) February 19th at 10:30am

Course Objective: Community Resource Center Funder Connections are an opportunity for peer-learning and networking for those who work and volunteer in the nonprofit community.

Participants will gain insight and information on the following:

  • History and priorities of El Pomar Foundation
  • Funding Initiatives and grant opportunities
  • Grant application submission and review process
  • Tips for success from the foundation officer
  • Opportunity for open dialogue and questions with the guest speaker

The El Pomar Foundation mission is to enhance, encourage, and promote the current and future well-being of the people of Colorado.

To learn more about El Pomar Foundation, please click here.

Guest: Erica Oakley-Courage, Associate Vice President of Grants, El Pomar Foundation

Facilitator: Marcy Mitchell, Manager of Programs and Communication, Community Resource Center

March Events

Virtual Funder Roundtables – Western Slope (Registration Coming Soon)

March 5, 2026 | 9:00am – 12:30pm | Virtual Connection with Funders

Virtual Funder Roundtables are an opportunity to directly engage with staff from foundations and grantmaking agencies of your choosing – to introduce yourself, share a bit about your work, ask questions about fit, and speak to your needs and plans.

This three-and-a-half-hour session will provide participating nonprofits and local governments with the opportunity to connect with up to six funders of their choice throughout the morning.

We will limit the number of participants to four in each round to ensure meaningful engagement and foster regional relationship building.

If cost is a barrier, please email email hidden; JavaScript is required for a scholarship.

 

On Demand: Video Training Series

CRC is excited to launch On-Demand video grant training this Fall! CRC recognizes that nonprofit organizations in Colorado are navigating unchartered waters amid the reality of changing government grants, funding cuts, and economic uncertainty. Therefore, the need for quality training options around grants and diversified funding streams has never been more critical.

In addition, CRC is offering a personal coaching session with an experienced grant coach to answer specific questions after participants watch the training. This 1-on-1 session bridges the gap between a live virtual event and a recorded one by offering individualized coaching based on the unique situation of each nonprofit.

Available in both Spanish and English! Here are the four most popular training courses: