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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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Sep
30
2020
Colorado Rural Broadband & Philanthropy
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 2:00 to 3:30 PM

A reliable, high-speed internet connection has become an essential need for everyday life during this time of COVID-19, and yet more than

Jul
29
2020
The New Rural Landscape: Thinking About New Connections and Relationships
Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 2:00 to 3:15 PM

Join Philanthropy Colorado and your philanthropic colleagues to explore national trends in rural philanthropy and discuss cross-cutting issues such as health, environment, economic, social justice and how funder behavior may need to respond differ

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