Colorado Nonprofit Development Center

CNDC is excited to announce a new member joining our Board of Directors! Please help us welcome Monalisa Olarte! Mona grew up in Killeen, Texas near Ft. Hood military base, an hour north of Austin. She earned her master’s degree in international business from The Fletcher School at Tufts University and has had an array of career experiences. Mona brings knowledge in market forecasting, financial analysis and business planning to her current position of Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at The Colorado Trust. From VRBO to Converse to American Airlines to Emancipet, a nonprofit network of veterinary clinics serving low-income neighborhoods, she is now enjoying the philanthropic sector of Colorado. Mona enjoys a sunny day on the golf course, trying to find the best tacos in Denver, shenanigans and traveling with her partner and running around with her young son. To learn more visit: https://lnkd.in/ezcF3-im

This just in! CNDC partner project DISH Community Fund has officially renamed to The Boost Mobile Community Fund! This Wireless Technology Summit and Charity Golf Invitational will be hosted by the Grantee with proceeds coming to CNDC to fund the Boost Mobile Community Fund, a project benefitting charities supporting families in our local community such as The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, Sungate Kids, and the Tower Family Foundation. To learn more about our partner projects visit: https://lnkd.in/gW-5A2vQ

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer and emphasizing the importance of early detection. Alongside advocacy, it is crucial to focus on wellness startegies that support overall health and can reduce the risk of breast cancer. To learn more visit: https://lnkd.in/gQ7PxpUK

Did you know? Since September 2023, CNDC has welcomed 22 new partner projects! This feat could not be accomplished without the trust and support of all our partner projects. To learn more about CNDC visit: https://cndc.org

On Wednesday October 9, CNDC partner project, the Colorado Music Industry Alliance is having a kickoff mixer, and you're invited! This is a free event in Denver and will have music by Consensual! To register for the mixer visit: https://lnkd.in/gvKAJHPC

CNDC partner project Colorado Inclusive Economy is hosting the 2024 Annual Summit on October 11 in Aurora! This is a great professional development opportunity that emphasizes DEI work across organizations. To register visit: https://lnkd.in/gxxhFKUy

Our friends at Social Venture Partners Denver will host the 2024 SVP Impact Showcase on November 17th from 5:00 to 7:30 pm at the Posner Center in Denver. The SVP Denver Impact Showcase is an annual event showcasing the work of 15 social mission organizations addressing health and economic inequities in the Denver Metro Area. This event provides the opportunity to meet amazing community members, activists, philanthropists, and social impact leaders and to participate in collective giving. https://lnkd.in/gskdaCGj

On October 23, CNDC partner project Together For Timnath will host the 2024 T4T Blues, Berry & Jam Evening Brunch! This event will take place at the CF&G Public Market & Coffeehouse in Timnath! More details to come: https://lnkd.in/g6GHijxk

CNDC partner project Colorado Agrivoltaic Learning Center is hosting its 3rd free public seminar in its agrivoltaics seminar series on October 3rd at the Dairy Arts Center in Boulder. This seminar focuses on Land Management Perspectives by Local Governments. Doors open at 5:00pm. PLEASE REGISTER in advance if you plan to attend: https://lnkd.in/eJC-pKGy

Shout out to CNDC partner project, Colorado Afterschool Partnership who recently received Mentor Colorado Partner Recognition! Through this partnership, CAP ensures that every young person in Colorado has access to high-quality mentoring relationships, and their values align with the vision of empowering youth to grow, connect, and thrive. To learn more about what it means to be a Mentor Colorado Partner visit: https://lnkd.in/gc3sZDz9