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May
12
2020
Philanthropy Colorado COVID-19 Funder Call
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at 3:00 to 4:30 PM

What is philanthropy’s role in ensuring Colorado’s youngest generations have equitable access to learning opportunities — both in school and out — during and after the COVID-19 pandemic?

Jan
9
2020
Webinar: Towards a New System of Community Wealth
Thursday, January 9, 2020 at 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM

In the last decade a new system of community wealth building has begun to emerge as a trend in both urban and rural parts of the country. It’s focused on people instead of buildings, with a blend of public, private, civic and community leadership and capital. This bottom up approach involves building skills, growing entrepreneurship, increasing incomes and building assets.

Jun
13
2023
Leading Locally: Strengthen Your Place Plenary
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 8:30 to 10:00 AM

Join the conference kick-off and breakfast plenary as we answer the question: What does crisis response illuminate about the best of humanity and philanthropy? In the face of compounding crises, funders in Colorado are catalyzing local solutions.

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Growing Diversity of Black America
46.8 million people in the U.S. identify as Black. It is important to understand the diversity of histories, ethnic and racial identities of this increasingly diverse population. This understanding allows us grantmakers to consider and respond to the different demographic and economic characteristics and needs of different Black populations. Graphic of increase in Black bachelor's degree holders
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46.8 million people in the U.S. identify as Black. Learn about Black diversity.
The Pew Research Center has released a report on The Growing Diversity of Black America . As we focus efforts on racial equity, it is critical to remember that Communities of Color are themselves very diverse, with nuanced backgrounds and ethnic and racial identities.This means there are a range of demographic and economic characteristics within the Black population that can inform racial equity work. Graph showing increases in Black bachelor's degree holders
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Aug
2
2022
Reshaping Housing Affordability and Stability in Colorado
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 10:00 to 11:30 AM

Affordable housing was a highly visible priority in the most recent Colorado legislative session. Hear how these pandemic-prompted public investments played out and what we can anticipate for the future.

Meet the members of AJL Foundation's 2022 Grantmaking Committee
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Tuesday, May 17, 2022
AJL Foundation believes people amd communities know what they need. 
Rather than acting as the authority, AJL engages community youth, professionals, teachers, artists, business owners, policy advocates, immigrants, parents and neighbors to make funding decisions. 
Lessons and Trends in Nonprofit Capacity Strengthening
Our understanding of capacity building is changing, better reflecting the role of power and community. Lessons and Trends in Nonprofit Capacity Strengthening , a report from the William + Flora Hewlett Foundation, explores the new environment of capacity building, what it means for grantmakers to strengthen nonprofit organizations and emerging trends. Hewlett_Nonprofit Capacity Strengthening
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Monday, September 23, 2019
With new name and updated mission, Philanthropy Colorado leads statewide network

DENVER - Philanthropy Colorado, formerly the Colorado Association of Funders, has announced a new name to better reflect its membership and mission.

“As we’ve continued to evolve and grow, we found we needed a name that better represents our statewide network’s generous spirit,” said Joanne Kelley, CEO of Philanthropy Colorado. “Our new name aims to inspire and also be more inclusive of the many types of givers striving to address key challenges facing Coloradans.”

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