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NEW! ABCs of Program
Evaluation
Evaluation and
measurement are key
parts of a nonprofit’s
ability to improve the
quality and impact of
its work. But how do
you decide how and what to measure? This
class answers those questions by giving
you a solid, basic overview of the program
evaluation process, including how to
develop a logic model, select performance
metrics, and collect, analyze, and interpret
data. Through hands-on exercises and
discussion, you’ll learn skills to help your
nonprofit make the adjustments, pivots,
and flexibility essential to effective service
and organizational success. Leave knowing
concrete ways to use evaluation in your
nonprofit, large or small, and with tons of
resources to explore further.
Elena Harman
is an evaluation consultant who specializes
in helping Colorado nonprofits improve
program quality and boost impact through
customized evaluation design and execution.
She has an MA in Evaluation and Applied
Research Methods from Claremont Graduate
University and is currently completing her
PhD in the same field.
$51 Non-Member
$39 Member
$10 materials fee payable in class
CFU LOWRY
: Near 1st & Quebec
3202G: One Tue., 6-9PM 6/30
3202H: One Mon., 6-9PM 8/10
3202I: One Tue., 6-9PM 9/22
Fundraising & Event Planning
for Non-Event Planners
This workshop will give you an overview of
do’s and don’ts for creating and running
your successful event. Discuss the types
of events and how to determine what type
will work best for your market. Learn all
about sponsorship and how to create long-
term relationships. Explore novel ways of
fundraising and the power of the 501(c)
(3). Class is a combination of presentation
and workshop; class will include a group
activity in which students work together to
plan their own event and receive help and
discussion from the instructor and class.
Lynette Adams
, owner of Perfect Presence
Event Planning and Consulting, has over a
decade of experience in event planning and
fundraising.
$61 Non-Member
$49 Member
$5 materials fee payable in class
CFU LOWRY
: Near 1st & Quebec
3281AH: One Sat., 1-5PM 6/20
3281AI: One Sat., 1-5PM 7/18
3281AJ: One Sat., 1-5PM 9/12
All About Fundraising
Overview of the Nonprofit Money
Engine
Whether you are new to the nonprofit
development world or needing to review
current development strategies, this course
will give a broad overview of the various
areas of fundraising for nonprofits. From
the often neglected individual donors to
the various sources of grants, foundations,
and sponsorships, asset gifts, and much
more, this class hits upon every funding
source and suggests their importance in the
broad scheme of nonprofit funding. Class is
perfect for newer development staff or those
seeking to enter the nonprofit fundraising
world.
Vikki Walton
is a nonprofit consultant
and Certified Grants Specialist to national
and state agencies. She has helped small
nonprofits achieve their first grant and
written grants that have provided six figure
multi-year grants for larger organizations.
The funding she has helped organizations
receive reaches into the millions of dollars.
Vikki is an “idea-person” who loves crafting
fundraising campaign strategy, is adept at
research and donor outreach.
$61 Non-Member
$49 Member
$10 optional materials fee payable in class
CFU LOWRY
: Near 1st & Quebec
3282I9: One Fri., 9AM-12PM 6/26
3282J: One Fri., 9AM-12PM 7/17
3282K: One Fri., 9AM-12PM 8/14
3282L: One Fri., 9AM-12PM 9/18
The Fundraising Detective
Foundation Research Strategies
Before you type the first letter, draft that
request, or talk to that first foundation
officer, learn the necessary insights,
tips and tools to creating a successful
foundation research strategy. Using a
fictional nonprofit, we’ll put in place a
strategy to find and approach foundations
that are likely to deliver your funding
needs.
Vikki Walton
is a nonprofit
consultant and Certified Grants Specialist
to national, international and state
agencies. Her research methodology has
enabled small local nonprofits and large
national nonprofits to narrow their focus
to top matching foundation and corporate
opportunities. She is also heavily involved
in major donor research. In addition to
nonprofits, she has assisted in donor
research concerning political donations.
$51 Non-Member
$39 Member
$10 optional materials fee payable in class
CFU LOWRY
: Near 1st & Quebec
3283E: One Fri., 1:30-3:30PM 6/26
3283F: One Fri., 1:30-3:30PM 7/17
3283G: One Fri., 1:30-3:30PM 8/14
3283H: One Fri., 1:30-3:30PM 9/18
NEW! Nonprofit Career
Planning
Finding the Best Fit for You
Many people dream of making a difference
by working for a nonprofit, and there are
many considerations if you are transitioning
or planning a new career in the field. This
class aims to help you see clearly the joys
and challenges of nonprofit employment,
while helping you identify your particular
passions and needs to ensure the best
nonprofit fit. During this class you will
map out a possible career plan and learn
different strategies for entering and making
connections in the nonprofit field. Topics
and resources covered are volunteering,
internships, nonprofit-specific job searching,
and much more.
Amanda Wallander
Roberts
is a social sector consultant
specializing in organizational development,
program development, and evaluation for
nonprofits. She has a MS in social work, and
is passionate about helping people find their
perfect fit in the wide world of nonprofit
careers.
$41 Non-Member
$29 Member
$1 materials fee payable in class
CFU LOWRY
: Near 1st & Quebec
3105E: One Mon., 6:30-8:30PM 7/13
3105F: One Tue., 6:30-8:30PM 8/25
3105G: One Wed., 6:30-8:30PM 9/30
7 Key Insights for Mastering
the Art of Non-Profit
Management
Nonprofits or other mission-based
organizations need inspiring visionary
leaders, and they need skilled managers. It
is the managers who attract and retain the
best staff and ensure that tight resources
are well-managed. In this class, learn the
characteristics of great managers, discover
7 key insights that make managers succeed,
and practice using 3 specific tools that
support good management. Leave class with
a plan for ways in which you can enhance
your skills as a manager.
Ginny Trierweiler
has a doctorate in clinical psychology and
completed coach training with the Center
for Executive Coaching. She has worked in
nonprofit and mission-based organizations
for the past 20 years in a variety of roles,
including that of CEO. She now trains
nonprofit managers, coaches mission-based
leaders, and consults to mission-based
organizations.
$56 Non-Member
$44 Member
LAKEWOOD
: W. Oxford & S. Federal
3204AE9: One Fri., 1:30-3:30PM 5/29
LAKEWOOD
: Kipling & W. 20th
3204AF: One Wed., 5:30-7:30PM 7/15
TBA
3204AG: One Fri., 2-4PM 8/21
Nonprofit Administration & Leadership
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