While some might see an old, abandoned building, we're training local leaders to look a little closer, to see what we do: opportunities for economic growth and community revitalization. These pics are from the recent site visits in La Jara, CO at the WSLV Brownfields Workshop.

The key to a strong community is prioritizing its people. communitybuilders.org/insights/prior…

Last week, the CB team met in Glenwood Springs for a team retreat. In addition to rafting the CO River, we also spent valuable time covering topics like  program strategy, facilitation training, + effective frameworks for management. We're refreshed with new ideas and energy!

In yesterday’s NY Times, Silverton was recognized for doing the hard work to develop their Compass Project while healing the rifts in the community. We were honored to guide the community through this complex process. Read the article at the link below! nytimes.com/2023/11/30/us/…

On behalf of the entire team at Community Builders, thank you for supporting us yesterday on Colorado Gives Day! Our work can only happen with support like yours. From all of us here, thank you again for your investment in strengthening communities across Colorado.

Read our recent blog “What My Garden Taught Me About Economic Development: A Season in Review” to read about how to grow a thriving economy (and garden!)🍅🍊🥦 communitybuilders.org/insights/what-…

Thank you, Aspen Rotary Club for an opportunity to engage with your members on the important issues in our region. Our Colorado Mountain and Rural Places program speaks to the concerns our communities have when looking to create a sustainable, inclusive and livable future.

Last week, our team got together in Golden, CO for two days of planning, preparation, and training focused on our upcoming Building Better Places Training (BBP)! After a productive couple of days, we can’t wait to work together with communities at BBP 2024 in March!

If you haven’t already heard, the 2024 Colorado Brownfields Conference will take place on May 1 at the Arvada Center for Performing Arts! Join us for the conference, and stay for the FREE EPA Grant Writing Workshop! Learn more and register today: cobrownfieldspartnership.org/2024conference/

What can a planner in rural, western Colorado learn from the centrally planned, super-urban center of modern culture, technology, education, economy, art, and architecture that is Shanghai? Mackinzi’s observations are featured in this month’s blog! communitybuilders.org/insights/from-…