The implications of tax reform on donor attitudes and donor behaviors keep making headlines. Add into the mix a roller-coaster stock market and political uncertainties, and many local nonprofits may see a slide in donations. But there’s hope – and imperative – to keep...
Hot off the press, learn about the important role nonprofits play in Boulder County, and in counties across Colorado. Did you know? Nonprofits account for 11.3% of Colorado's GDP. Nonprofits make up 9% of the state's workforce. And nonprofits contribute...
"...perhaps the most critical partner in our foundation's infrastructure is the array of nonprofits in Boulder County." The strength of a community foundation comes from the partners it has in the community it serves. Community Foundation Boulder County collaborates...
"What I can say right now is that I don’t see any downside to nonprofits like the Community Foundation accepting crypto donations, as long as they do it correctly." According The Chronicle of Philanthropy, cryptocurrency is worth roughly $113B. How can charities get...
At our Friends Party this week – an annual event celebrating donors of Community Foundation Boulder County – CEO Jeff Hirota introduced the foundation's new Strategic Plan emphasizing equity in our community. "We are better than our current circumstances. Indeed,...
"We can and must do better for our children, our teachers, and our schools. New funds from Amendment 73 would go straight to our local school districts to spend in the best way to meet local community needs and as accountable to local voters." To elevate awareness and...
Consistent with its longstanding commitment to education, Community Foundation Boulder County is endorsing Amendment 73 which, as described by the Bell Policy Center, proposes to "raise funding for public education by enacting a graduated income tax increase and...
“Not all of us who’ve been in combat are as fortunate as I am. I had school, a church community, my family, and my buddies around me. I didn’t feel as isolated as some vets do." Support our local vets by donating to the Veterans Fund at the Community Foundation by...
"When you abruptly take away something awesome from a person – having a purpose and being part of a team – and there’s no task, no continuity in place, imagine what that does to a person. My own purpose now is to make people aware of the strengths of our vets, and the...
As an attorney, accountant, or financial advisor, you are no doubt very skilled at getting inside your clients' heads. Understanding your clients' goals and motivations is critical to creating financial, estate, and charitable giving plans. But have you ever wondered...
One of the most important questions you can ask a client is whether the client serves on boards of directors of nonprofit organizations. Not only will the answers give you insights into the client's community and philanthropy priorities, but you'll also have an...
In 2010, Colorado had one of the lower Census response rates in the country. A further undercount in 2020 would exacerbate the challenge of distorted political representation of our state. Traditionally, the hardest populations to count are older residents, youth and...
This week, the foundation’s Environmental Affinity Group convened internationally renowned conservationists/ecologists Dan Janzen and Winnie Hallwachs, and presented a screening of “The Human Element,” James Balog’s urgent narrative about how environmental change is...
“ODF is interested in supporting new and emerging ideas, especially those that contribute to systemic change. Most recently, the fund also emphasizes intersectionality, and we always encourage smaller, grassroots nonprofits to apply.” Community Foundation Boulder...
"There are notable differences between establishing a Donor-Advised Fund at Community Foundation Boulder County, or at a commercial foundation." According to The Chronicle of Philanthropy, contributions to Schwab Charitable – which sponsors Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)...
“Establishing a Donor-Advised Fund at the Community Foundation – and adding to it any time, in any amount – allows local donors to tap into the foundation’s knowledge and understanding of community investment opportunities." For donors who want to make a difference...
Bitcoin – and, even more important, the underlying blockchain technology – shows promising uses to help bring economic equity to the world, which aligns with our values. By Joshua FormanPrincipal, Forman ConsultingMember, Community Foundation Board of...
Now in its fourth year, Longmont Startup Week 2018 – comprising a robust schedule of free events, July 23-27 – is set to inspire and invigorate local entrepreneurs, intrepreneurs, investors, and other interested community members. Now in its fourth year, Longmont...
In light of the recent Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission ruling, our radio show this month focused on the effects of the ruling, the persistent challenges faced by our LGBTQ community, and how to better support marginalized family members,...
With a job lined up with PricewaterhouseCoopers in Denver this fall, Deisy is currently studying for her CPA license. She’s also enjoying some well-earned time off traveling to California and Utah, taking in concerts, learning paddle boarding, and even going...