Upcoming Training Events

Strategic Planning 

Provide Executive Directors and Board Members the tools and resources necessary to craft a compelling and relevant strategic plan that is practical, measurable, and can be implemented without the cost of hiring an outside consultant. Join CRC for a comprehensive, 2-part strategic planning workshop and learn the various processes that will engage board and staff in identifying the priorities of your organization and providing a roadmap for successfully meeting mission.

Participants will learn about a streamlined strategic thinking and planning process and walk away with greater clarity on mission, goals, opportunities, and specific actions and next steps to move forward.

Part 1: September 21 | 9AM – 12PM 

Part 2: September 28 | 9AM – 12PM

Virtual via Zoom

PRICING: $85 For Specific Counties | $175 Standard

Get Government Grants

Looking to build your professional capacity to find and write competitive government grants? Join CRC for a comprehensive virtual workshop to learn more about the unique differences and distinctions associated with government grants. Participants will understand the essential elements included in finding and writing government grant applications, and determining your eligibility and your capacity to administer these types of grants.

This training will cover topics including:

• The culture of government grant funding (local, state and national levels) – what makes them different from foundation grants?
• Local, State and Federal level government grants – how they are similar and different? How to determine which is right for you?
• How do you find government grants – at each level?
• Steps to Determine Eligibility – Are government grants right for you? How to determine if you can administer a government grant – do you have the capacity?
• Process for applying for and administering government grants (local, state and federal levels).

Part 1: Wednesday, September 28th | 9AM – 12PM

Part 2: Thursday, September 29th | 9AM – 12PM 

Virtual via Zoom

PRICING: $85 Discounted | $175 Standard

*Sponsored by the Southern Colorado Community Foundation (SCCF)

Volunteer Engagement – Sponsored by Southern Colorado Community Foundation

Volunteers are a vital resource in the nonprofit sector. Many of our organizations’ missions and programs rely heavily on the contributions of these dedicated community members. Join Community Resource Center for a one-day, comprehensive overview of best practices in volunteer management and engagement.

This training will cover topics including:

• Recruitment and selection
• Job descriptions and roles
• Orientation and training
• Recognition and engagement

Part 1: Wednesday, October 5 | 9:00AM – 12:00PM 

Part 2: Wednesday October 12 | 9:00AM – 12:00PM 

Virtual Sessions via Zoom 

PRICING: $100 Discounted | $175 Standard

*Sponsored by the Southern Colorado Community Foundation (SCCF)

Becoming a High Performing Nonprofit Board

Participants will learn the importance of serving on a nonprofit board and the expectations of each and every board member. Discussions will include meeting agendas, financial responsibilities, strategic planning, asking for money, recruiting new board members, and when it’s time to cycle off the board.

In addition to board members, this training is also valuable for executive directors and any staff interested in increasing their knowledge of nonprofit governance.

Thursday, October 20 | 9:00AM – 12:00PM 

Virtual | Zoom

PRICING: $60 Discounted | $125 Standard

*Sponsored by the Southern Colorado Community Foundation (SCCF)

Community Engagement and Inclusion

Focus on the inclusion of community in nonprofit organizational planning, programs, and development. This session will help participants understand the role community-led programming can play in meeting their missions, developing more inclusive and equitable engagement processes, and creating sustainable change. Focus on tools, systems, and approaches for inclusive community engagement. This session will explore tools and tactics for participatory community engagement providing participants with tangible resources for engaging diverse stakeholders and centering community in decision making processes.

Wednesday, October 26 | 9:00AM – 3:30PM 

In person | Fort Collins (Timberline Church)

PRICING: $175 Early Bird | $200 Standard

Nonprofit Leadership Transitions

Every nonprofit organization faces a change in leadership – some planned, some not. This training will focus on how to prepare for a change in leadership as well as how to handle an unexpected transition.  We will discuss the nuts and bolts of the transition process, the executive search, notification of constituents, and how to help staff through the process.

This training is valuable for board members, executive directors and senior-level staff.

Facilitator: Linda J. Boedeker

Thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Southern Colorado Community Foundation (SCCF), we are able to offer this training at a reduced rate. This training is open to all counties throughout Colorado.

This training is discounted for nonprofit organizations that work or serve these counties:

Alamosa, Baca, Bent, Chaffee, Conejos, Costilla, Crowley, Custer, Fremont, Huerfano, Kiowa, Las Animas, Mineral, Otero, Prowers, Pueblo, Rio Grande, and Saguache.

Thursday, November 3, 2022 | 9AM – 12PM

Virtual Session via Zoom

PRICING: $60 Discounted | $125 Standard

*Sponsored by the Southern Colorado Community Foundation (SCCF)

More Than A Manager: Inclusive Management and Leadership

Good management involves knowing about governance and policies, delegating well, communicating effectively, and organizing one’s own time well. Leadership is something much more personal, and reflects one’s ability to connect, communicate, and inspire others. While some may seem to be born leaders, most meaningful leadership skills are learned and can be refined with practice and intention.

This session will explore the differences between management and leadership and provide participants with the opportunity to reflect on the type of leader they are and want to be. Participants will engage in several activities to practice leadership skills related to building trust, creating a culture of accountability, and managing their own response to challenging situations. Participants will explore organizational practices that support inclusive leadership and engage in individual reflection, which includes building an understanding of how implicit bias impacts one’s own leadership. This full day session will benefit both individuals in formal management roles and those looking to advance their opportunity for leadership.

Part 1: Thursday, December 1 | 9:00AM – 12:00PM

Part 2: Tuesday, December 6 | 9:00AM – 12:00PM

Virtual Sessions via Zoom

PRICING: $175 Early Bird | $200 Standard

Grant Writing 201: Beyond Answering the Questions

Build your capacity to write competitive grants by gaining a deeper understanding of all that goes into a successful application – beyond just answering the questions. In this interactive session you will learn and discuss how to structure a grant narrative for maximum effectiveness, build data systems for impactful grant reporting, strengthen funder relationships and cultivate donors, create sustainable grant management tools, and build a culture of philanthropy across your organization.

In this training, you will learn how to:

• Structure a grant narrative for maximum effectiveness

• Build data systems for impactful grant reporting

• How to build next level funder relationships and cultivate donors

• Create sustainable grant management tools

• Build a culture of philanthropy across your organization

Tuesday, December 13 | 9:00AM – 12:00PM

Virtual Training via Zoom

PRICING: $125 Early Bird | $150 Standard

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