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Arboretum Coffee: Creating a Culture of Community

Starting as a seed, trees burst from the ground not as a formidable tree, but instead as a soft tender little seedling. As they grow, each ring of the tree reflects growth, environment, and strength of the tree. What once was a little seedling can one day grow into...

Federal & State Grants: Arula’s Application Guide

Federal and state grant applications can be daunting for business and nonprofit leaders. These grants require intensive applications and careful management of funds if awarded. Mismanagement or improper reporting can lead to serious issues with the government....

Beyond the Gala: Innovative Events for Nonprofits

Throwing a successful fundraising event can be a challenge for any nonprofit organization, especially if you’re looking to stand out from the crowd and avoid the traditional gala format. While galas have their place, many organizations are now seeking unique and...
The Importance of Certifications… Or Not

The Importance of Certifications… Or Not

Some might argue that getting certified as a grant writer (GPC) or fundraising professional (CFRE) makes a person or its company more marketable or credible, but professional certifications are often a privilege and not accessible by all. Why does having a GPC (Grant...

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The Nonprofit Profession: A Woman’s Perspective

The Nonprofit Profession: A Woman’s Perspective

As a cisgender white woman, I recognize my privilege and acknowledge that women and girls, especially those with intersecting identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, ability,...

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FoCo’s Top 12 Gluten-Free Restaurants

FoCo’s Top 12 Gluten-Free Restaurants

Fort Collins, Colorado, is a city known for its beautiful landscapes, vibrant culture, and an up-and-coming food scene. For those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease, finding delicious gluten-free dining options can be a challenge, but Fort Collins has risen...

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Climbing Up to Commemorate the 9/11 Fallen

Climbing Up to Commemorate the 9/11 Fallen

The Manitou Incline The Mount Manitou Incline Trail, often referred to as the “Incline”, is a mere 0.9-mile hike but don’t let that itty bitty number fool you! The trail’s distance from start to finish is indeed short, at least numerically speaking, but it cannot be...

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Fiscal Sponsorships

Fiscal Sponsorships

Have you been denied a grant because you don’t have the proper 501(c)(3) status and were recommended to have a fiscal sponsor? Are you a nonprofit that would like to partner on a grant with an organization that doesn’t have a 501(c)(3) status? If either of those...

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501(c). . . 1, 2, 3!

501(c). . . 1, 2, 3!

In the United States, nonprofit organizations can fall into over 25 different categories according to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), with three of the most common being 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(6). While these categories may sound the same, they each have...

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