The application deadline for our Fall ’24 cohorts has passed. Our next round of Training Cohorts will take place in Spring 2025!

We make expert-led trainings accessible for social mission organizations that don’t have the resources to hire expert consultants or invest in expensive capacity-building programs. You’ll join a group of local impact organizations for online/in-person sessions that will help you level up in a fun, fast-paced program with proven results. Each cohort and workshop is facilitated by a subject matter expert and social impact organizations are matched with local professionals from SVP Denver’s Partner network who provide additional support and third-party feedback along the way. 

Create Your Theory of Change

8 Weeks  |  September 25 – November 13

Your Theory of Change that tells the story of who you serve, what you do and the impact you have. You will create a narrative and graphic of your Theory of Change that you can start using immediately with key stakeholders including potential funders, your Board of Directors and internal team.

Make Your Pitch

8 Weeks  |  June 6 – July 25 

Create your organization’s pitch deck to raise funds, build partnerships or just tell your story in a more impactful way.

Build Your Social Impact Business Plan

8 Weeks  |  June 11 – August 6 

Create your organization’s pitch deck to raise funds, build partnerships or just tell your story in a more impactful way.

Build Your Impact Marketing Plan

9 Weeks  |  Future Dates TBD

From developing a solid marketing foundation to crafting compelling messages and utilizing resources wisely, this program equips you with the tools and knowledge to create impactful content and amplify your efforts. With a focus on aligning marketing objectives with your mission, you’ll learn to navigate the marketing landscape strategically, build strong connections through storytelling, and measure your success. Take action to drive your organization forward with a refined and effective marketing plan.

Drive Your Strategy with Finance

6 Months  | Dates TBD

Dig deep into your organization’s finances and learn how to use financial data in your strategic decision making.

You will:

• Improve the way your organization tracks and uses financial data
• Work 1:1 with a coach to develop and implement a custom plan for your organization
• Walk away with a better understanding of your financial statements and key financial concepts

We combine our proven program strutcure with custom content created by our expert facilitators to maximize your learning. Each organization selects a “team lead” to keep you organized and ensure you make progress each week. To get the most out of the experience, expect to commit 3-5 hours per week and involve several people from your staff/Board. 

Organizations finish each cohort experience with final deliverables they can immediately put to use. Your team will also benefit from working and learning alongside peer community-led organizations; getting input from SVP Denver Partners and individualized feedback from the expert facilitator. 

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Selected organizations will participate in a one-on-one virtual discussion to better understand your goals and fit for the program.

Organization Eligibility Criteria:

A. Nonprofit or For-Profit Impact Organization = your organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is operating under a fiscal agent or is a social venture (public benefit corporation).

B. Operating in the Denver Metro Region = you are located within and/or providing 51% or more of your services within Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and/or Jefferson counties.

C. Mission and Impact = you understand how your services are meeting a clear community need.

D. Team Readiness = your staff/board will dedicate time to assessing current systems, strategizing their desired future state and work to get there on top of day-to-day operations.

E. <$3M in Revenue = we support impact organizations that don’t have the resources to pay for outside support.

F. Inclusiveness and Equity = your organization embodies values, policies and practices that ensure all stakeholders are engaged equitably.

If you have any questions, please send an email to hello@svpdenver.org and we will get back to you within a few business days.