The Colorado state budget shapes critical funding decisions that directly affect communities, nonprofits, and philanthropic initiatives. By understanding the intricacies of the budget, budget process and advocacy strategies, you’ll empower your foundation to strategically advocate funding for programs that matter most.
Philanthropy Colorado is making this learning series available to both our foundation members and their nonprofit grantees. Let's learn together for success together.
Register for the two virtual sessions for $30 or all three sessions for $200 (both options are available on this regitsration page).
Click on the box to the right to choose between Parts 1 & 2 or Part 1, 2 & 3 to register. Please reach out to info@philanthropycolorado.org for registration assistance.
Registrants will receive a recording if they are not able to attend Part 1 and/or Part 2.
Part 1: Understanding the Colorado State Budget
Wed., April 2 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Virtual
Colorado Fiscal Institute and Common Sense Institute will guide our understanding of the state budget - how the budget has developed over time, where the state's money comes from, and how it’s allocated. This session will provide a comprehensive breakdown of the big picture and insights on how state funding impacts key issue areas.
Part 2: Understanding the State Budget Process
Tues., May 6 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. | Virtual
Our partners will next help us navigate the legislative and executive budget processes in Colorado. Learn the who, what, and when of budget creation, debate, and approval—and uncover opportunities for advocacy along the way.
Part 3: Hands-On Workshop: Advocating with Legislators
Tues, June 3 | 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. | In person, Denver
The Denver Foundation Leadership Center
Practice makes perfect (or at least polished and confident). This workshop provides practical guidance from advocates, professional lobbyists and legislators themselves. The workshop includes modeling, role play and hands-on practice that will take your advocacy work to the next level.