JUNE 16th, 2016 from 2:00pm - 3:30pm there will be a Community Resource Center Development Roundtable featuring The Anschutz Family Foundation. The Foundation supports Colorado nonprofit organizations that assist people to help themselves while nurturing and preserving their self-respect. The Foundation encourages endeavors that strengthen families and communities and advance individuals to become productive and responsible citizens. There is a special interest in self-sufficiency, community development and programs aimed at the economically disadvantaged, the young, the elderly and the disabled. The Foundation is also dedicated to funding efforts in rural Colorado. Debbie Jessup, Executive Director of Anschutz Family Foundation, will join this session. Participants will gain valuable and unique information regarding: Funder’s history and priorities for Colorado giving;
Current strategic plan and funding initiatives; Grant application submission and review process;
Tips for success from a Program Officer; Opportunity for open dialogue and questions with a Program Officer. This roundtable will be held at 789 Sherman Street, Suite 100. If you are unable to attend the session in person, there is a teleconference option. Please indicate your preference to attend remotely when you register.

July 26th -29th 2016: River Watch Training 2016, CSU Mountain Park Campus (formerly Pingree Park), Colorado. River Watch trainings provide an opportunity for your organization to become volunteer water quality monitors in Colorado. Our training registration is based on a first come, first served basis. The cost of the training will cover food and lodging at CSU Mountain Campus (Pingree Park). Lodging is dorm style with shared facilities, meals are cafeteria style. Detailed information on the training will be provided with your training confirmation packet. Registration for training is being received at the Colorado Watershed Assembly River Watch Training page. If you have any questions, please contact Michaela Taylor atmichaela@coloradowatershed.org or(303) 291-7322

Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado’s premier training program, the Outdoor Stewardship Institute (OSI), is excited to offer a wide variety of trainings in 2016. OSI is for ANYONE involved in outdoor stewardship work. Volunteers and employees from any agency and organizations are welcome to join. View full calendar @http://www.voc.org/leadership-training-calendar. Questions? Contact Dan at dan@voc.org or 303-715-1010.