Presented by Community Resource Center

Funder Connection - Gates Family Foundation

Registration ends Tuesday, 12/16/2025 5:00pm MST

About This Event

Wednesday, December 17th at 10:00am on Zoom

Course Objective: Community Resource Center Funder Connections are an opportunity for peer-learning and networking for those who work and volunteer in the nonprofit community.

Participants will gain insight and information on the following:

  • History and priorities of Gates Family Foundation
  • Funding Initiatives and grant opportunities
  • Grant application submission and review process
  • Tips for success from the foundation officer
  • Opportunity for open dialogue and questions with the guest speaker

The Gates Family Foundation mission is working with partners and communities to build a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable Colorado for all. They focus on Education, Natural Resources, Community Development, and Informed Communities.

To learn more about Gates Family Foundation, please click here.

Guest: Lisa Rucker, Senior Program Officer, Gates Family Foundation

Facilitator: Marcy Mitchell, Manager of Programs and Communication, Community Resource Center

About This Event

Wednesday, December 17th at 10:00am on Zoom

Course Objective: Community Resource Center Funder Connections are an opportunity for peer-learning and networking for those who work and volunteer in the nonprofit community.

Participants will gain insight and information on the following:

  • History and priorities of Gates Family Foundation
  • Funding Initiatives and grant opportunities
  • Grant application submission and review process
  • Tips for success from the foundation officer
  • Opportunity for open dialogue and questions with the guest speaker

The Gates Family Foundation mission is working with partners and communities to build a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable Colorado for all. They focus on Education, Natural Resources, Community Development, and Informed Communities.

To learn more about Gates Family Foundation, please click here.

Guest: Lisa Rucker, Senior Program Officer, Gates Family Foundation

Facilitator: Marcy Mitchell, Manager of Programs and Communication, Community Resource Center