We Connect the Boulder County Community
Our community is stronger when we’re all working together. For 25 years, SVP has strengthened nonprofits by connecting them to community members who share our vision for a thriving Boulder County.
"Impact on Education experienced unprecedented growth and change over the last few years—doubling our investment in BVSD students—and we're grateful to have had the guidance of SVP Boulder County along the way. From unforeseen challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and the Marshall Fire, to planned expansions of our early childhood education and college and career readiness programs, SVP's support helped us stay focused on what we do best: ensuring students have the resources they need, when they need them." - Allison Billings, Executive Director, Impact on Education
"Being a Catapult participant has been a gift! SVP has helped us improve our organizational infrastructure. As a result, the board will soon be voting on our new strategic plan, which was expertly facilitated by an SVP consultant. The combination of the training and financial support that El Comité has received has catapulted the organization to a new level." - Lisa Moreno, Executive Director, El Comité de Longmont
"LCJP was fortunate to be chosen as an SVP Catapult grantee to help us further our restorative justice work in Boulder County. Being a Catapult participant comes with so much more than just a financial gift- you receive the gift of investment from an entire group of committed philanthropists who want to help your organization thrive and excel. The investment from SVP and their philanthropic community has helped us achieve our goal of greater community reach and helped buoy the organization through challenges of COVID and we are so grateful!" - Shalene Onyango, Executive Director, BRITE Collaborative (Formerly Longmont Community Justice Partnership)
SVP Partner Testimonials
"As an SVP Partner, I have learned that strengthening our community means working alongside our nonprofit partners with humility, mutual respect, and a commitment to both listening and learning. The opportunity to support multiple non-profits allows us to better understand systemic issues facing Boulder County and how, on a collaborative basis, we can work towards more effective solutions." - Claire Clurman, SVP Partner
"SVP is important to me because I am able to connect with diverse and impactful nonprofit organizations in Boulder County, support their missions through targeted engagements, and learn from both nonprofit partners (board and staff members) and SVP Partners alike." - Emily Hinck, SVP Partner
"As an SVP Partner, I have the unique opportunity to serve as a change agent in the Boulder County nonprofit world. The satisfaction of seeing change occur is not only rewarding but makes me want to do more." - Barb Truan, SVP Partner
SVP Boulder County harnesses the collective power of nonprofits and philanthropic changemakers to accelerate community impact.
Vision:
Social Venture Partners Boulder County envisions a more vibrant and thriving Boulder County community for all.
There are 2,774 nonprofits in Boulder County. That’s about one nonprofit for every 120 people and four nonprofits per square mile. Out of those 2,774 nonprofits, SVP is the only one whose mission is to support other nonprofits.
SVP harnesses the collective power of nonprofits and philanthropic changemakers to accelerate community impact. We believe that strong nonprofits make for a strong community and so our goal is to strengthen the nonprofit sector in Boulder County.
We do this by connecting dynamic, passionate individuals who share our vision for a thriving community to nonprofits. Our “SVP Partners” dedicate their time, talent, and financial resources to Boulder County nonprofits.
SVP Partners form teams to support nonprofits in three key ways:
1. Supporting leaders with thought partnership. In particular, we coach and mentor board chairs, executive directors, and development directors.
2. Building tools for nonprofits to succeed. We help organizations implement new systems and strategies in areas including board development, fundraising, operations, finance, and marketing.
3. Providing pooled financial support through grants.
Since our founding in 2000, we have supported hundreds of nonprofits, distributing $1.7 million in grants and over $7 million in pro bono consulting, coaching, and skilled volunteering. Last year, we worked alongside 64 partners to support 48 nonprofits, delivering 1,792 hours of volunteer time.
For over two decades, SVP has worked side-by-side with Boulder County nonprofits to create a community where everyone can thrive. We strive to lead with knowledge and heart and show up for the nonprofit sector.
Organization name
Social Venture Partners Boulder County
other names
SVP Boulder County
2014
Tax id (EIN)
46-1384125
Category
Community Improvement & Capacity Building, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
3701 Arapahoe Avenue #C117Boulder County, CO, US