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
Funded Futures Guided Skill Track is now available!
Community Resource Center is excited to be supporting nonprofit organizations with a package that combines our grant writing workshops, resources, free Colorado Grants Guide subscription, and grant research tools with focused coaching services to maximize the success of organizations.
On-demand, asynchronous workshops give participants the flexibility to learn at their own pace, on their own schedule—making it easier to balance learning with real-world responsibilities. Content can be revisited anytime, reinforcing understanding and supporting deeper retention. Paired with 1-to-1 coaching, learners get personalized guidance, targeted feedback, and practical support to apply concepts to their specific challenges, ensuring the experience is both convenient and impactful.
Components of the Funded Futures:
- 4 dynamic workshops, each 2-3 hours long
- An Introduction call with CRC staff, including a Colorado Grants Guide Demo & free 3-month subscription
- 4 individualized coaching calls, each 1-hour
- Tangible, hands-on resources
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May Events
Virtual Funder Roundtables – SouthEast (Register Now)
May 7, 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.
Ask An Expert – Equitable Hiring & Motivational Interviewing (Register Now)
May 19, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | Virtual Session with Consultants 4 Good
Join a conversation exploring equitable systems design, leadership decision-making, and people practices. Motivational Interviewing serves as a practical foundation for the session, supporting hiring teams, supervisors, and leaders to slow down decision-making, surface assumptions, and move from “gut instinct” to intentional, values-aligned choices.
Equitable hiring isn’t treated as a standalone DEI concept. It’s integrated into how organizations define roles, assess candidates, structure interviews, and make final decisions. Throughout the session, led by Christina Hassan, she will focus on the real points in the process where bias and assumptions naturally show up—and how to work with them skillfully.
Funder Connection – Rose Community Foundation : REGISTER NOW – May 20th at 10:30am
May 20, 2026 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | Virtual Q&A with Program Officers
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 Rose Community Foundation
- Funding initiatives and opportunities
- Funding application submission and review process
- Tips for success from the foundation officers
- Opportunity for open dialogue and questions with the various program officers at Rose Community Foundation
Rose Community Foundation mobilizes values-driven philanthropy to strengthen communities, expand opportunities, and address critical needs in Greater Denver and beyond. To learn more about Rose, click here
NOTE: Rose Community Foundation accepts grant applications for programs that serve the seven-county Greater Denver community of Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson Counties. Programs with a broader geographic focus may apply, however, the application must address the program’s relevance to and impact on people living within these seven counties.
Guests: Sarah Kurz (Chief Impact Officer), Maria Torres (Community Impact Director – Community Wellbeing), VJ Brown (Community Impact Director – Education and Economic Opportunity), and Ray Barrie-Kivel (Policy and Advocacy Director).
Lunch & Learn at the Denver Public Library FREE (Register Now)
May 21, 2026 in Person Event
Learn about the grant landscape in Colorado and how to find more grants and funding opportunities by using the Colorado Grants Guide. Interactive session about grant research and a demo of the Colorado Grants Guide and how to access at the Denver Public library.
Cost: FREE
Time: 12:00 Noon to 1:00pm
Location: Denver Public Library, 10 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80204
June Events
Engaging Your Board in Fundraising : REGISTER NOW – June 9th at 1:00 pm
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 1:00 pm – 4:00pm | Virtual via Zoom
Want to take the “yuck” out of fundraising and engage your entire leadership team? In today’s challenging giving landscape, fundraising efforts are critical. Yet how does staff engage board members and get on the same page in terms of expectations? This session will explore how to ensure your organization has the resources it needs to fulfill its mission.
By the end of this training, participants will learn ways to:
- Tap into charitable giving trends in the current fundraising landscape
- Solve the disconnect between board members and staff in fundraising efforts
- Develop a case for support for both staff and board members to highlight the impact of your nonprofit
- Practice making the ask through role play scenarios in break out rooms
- Address fears around fundraising
- Engage your board members in helping curate and maintain donors in practical ways
Trainer: Marcy Mitchell, Manager of Programs & Communications at CRC
Funder Connection – Kenneth King Foundation : REGISTER NOW – June 10th at 10:30am
June 10, 2026 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | Virtual Q&A with Program Officer
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 Kenneth King Foundation
- Funding initiatives and opportunities
- Funding application submission and review process
- Tips for success from the foundation officers
- Opportunity for open dialogue and questions with the various program officers at Rose Community Foundation
Kenneth King Foundation creates opportunity for Coloradans to reach their fullest potential for self-sufficiency through access to entrepreneurship, meaningful employment, basic needs and an improved quality of life. To learn more about the foundation, click here.
Guest: Niki Camarena, Director of Programs & Grants, Kenneth King Foundation
Ask An Expert- Diversifying Revenue: Fundraising Outside of Grants (Register Now)
June 16, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | Virtual Session with Consultants 4 Good
Join Community Resource Center and Consultants for Good (C4G) on June 16, 2026, from 11am–12pm for a collaborative, interactive conversation on Diversifying Revenue: Fundraising Outside of Grants — a space to ask questions and connect directly with an expert.
Diversifying revenue beyond grants is a key focus for sustainable nonprofit growth. This session will explore practical strategies for expanding how organizations define and leverage resources for success. Participants will learn approaches that go beyond monetary income, including engaging volunteers, cultivating board involvement, building staff capacity, strengthening internal communications, and organizing data — all factors that can support successful fundraising efforts. The session will also highlight the importance of relationship-building as a core element of long-term revenue diversification. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss how to apply these strategies in their own organizations.
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:
Advocacy in Action: How Nonprofits Can Engage Responsibly
Ever wonder what advocacy looks like in action? Advocacy is a powerful way for nonprofits to address the root causes of the challenges their communities face. Join us for this interactive workshop designed to help nonprofit staff and leaders understand how to engage in voter outreach and policy advocacy confidently, responsibly, and within 501(c)(3) limits.
Centering Community Voice in Advocacy
Designed for nonprofit professionals who want to more deeply align their advocacy efforts with their mission, this session will equip participants with tools, strategies, and real-world scenarios to strengthen constituent engagement in civic participation that advances organizational goals and community-driven change.
Leveraging AI for Grant Writing: An Introduction for Nonprofits
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.
Find Funding that Fits: Grants 101 & Beyond
Develop a nonprofit fund development plan and learn about the Colorado nonprofit funding landscape, grant research tools, grant management and how to best prepare for grants. We also cover what to expect from grant applications from leading funders in Colorado.
From Proposal to Partnership: Write Compelling Grants & Deepen Funder Relationships
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. Also learn ways to develop long-term relationships with funders and donors.
Program Planning & Evaluation
Discover why program planning and evaluation are critical to building a sustainable nonprofit. Learn how program planning improves board engagement, grant writing skills, staff retention, and overall mission impact.
Nonprofit Financial Leadership
Learn the most critical components of financial management for nonprofit organizations to prepare strong financial documents for grant applications and board meetings. Topics covered include an understanding of basic financial management terminology, key policies, documents, and best practices for success.
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