Complete Program Listing
American Council of Young Political Leaders
The American Council of Young Political Leaders program strives to create a public diplomacy tool leaders can use to gain global perspective and access to international leaders. Each year, El Pomar hosts several delegations of international leaders, introducing them to various community and state leaders. We believe these cultural exchanges serve as an important tool of public diplomacy, encouraging trust, understanding, and goodwill on a personal basis.
Awards for Excellence
The Awards for Excellence program recognizes outstanding Colorado nonprofit organizations by presenting them with grant dollars for their contributions to the nonprofit sector. Since its inception in 1989, the Awards for Excellence program has provided more than $6.5 million in grant support to more than 500 nonprofit organizations throughout Colorado.
El Pomar Fellowship
Through hands-on experience and a rigorous professional development curriculum, the next generation of Colorado leaders gets a 360-degree view of the nonprofit sector. This two-year paid fellowship for recent college graduates prepares individuals for lifelong roles as community leaders.
El Pomar Internship
El Pomar's summer internship program provides an opportunity for college students with an interest in the nonprofit sector and leadership to gain valuable work experience. During their 10-12 week experience, interns support the work of all departments within the Foundation.
Elevating Leadership Development
Elevating Leadership Development equips ethnic minorities already engaged in their own communities with the training to broaden their impact on the community at-large. ELD then takes the next step and connects local organizations with these specially-trained leaders who are eager to have an impact.
Forum for Civic Advancement
Founded in 2002, Forum for Civic Advancement seeks and supports individuals interested in contributing to the civic health of the Pikes Peak region. Throughout the year, Forum brings in outstanding speakers from across the country to provide insights on public policy issues affecting Colorado.
Julie Penrose Award
The Trustees of El Pomar Foundation established the Julie Penrose Award in 2020 in honor of what would have been Ms. Penrose’s 150th birthday. The Award is presented yearly to outstanding women who, like Julie Penrose, have made significant contributions to their communities through their leadership and dedication.
Penrose House Conference Center
The former home of El Pomar founders Spencer and Julie Penrose now serves as a nonprofit conference and education center owned and operated by El Pomar Foundation. The stunning scenery and first-rate facilities combine to make a meeting at Penrose House a one-of-a-kind experience.
Make a conference reservation and learn more about Penrose House
Pikes Peak Heritage Series
Pikes Peak Heritage Series was launched in 2015 to celebrate and raise awareness of the natural assets of the Pikes Peak Region. Discussion topics focus on how the region can best promote and protect these assets, which provide for a diverse economy and a high quality of life.
Regional Partnerships
This innovative outreach program engages more than 70 local community leaders from across Colorado who serve on El Pomar's 11 regional councils. Council members offer insight into the important issues in their own communities to inform El Pomar's grant making across the state. Each regional council recommends up to $200,000 in grants annually and serves as a sounding board for the Foundation's activities across the state.
Meet Council members and learn more about Regional Partnerships
Rocky Mountain Tax Seminar for Private Foundations
This seminar is designed to update and inform managers and trustees of private foundations about the ever-changing tax laws that affect private foundations and to encourage dialogue with the panel of speakers about practical problems foundation managers face in the day-to-day management of their foundations.