Our Goal
We’re working to raise $80,000 in 2025 to support hands-on construction training, student mentorship, job placement, and classroom engagement across Northern Colorado.
Raised so far: $15,000
Golf Hole Fundraiser (June 2, 2025): $10,000 projected
Pickleball Tournament (October 3 or 4): $15,000 projected
Remaining to raise: $40,000
Our Mission & Case for Support
BUILT NoCO connects high school students in Northern Colorado to real career paths in construction through hands-on training, job placement, and industry mentorship.
Why Give?
Every $250 connects a student to career training and mentorship.
You’re helping build a stronger local workforce.
BUILT NoCO solves a real, urgent labor shortage.
FUNDRAISING PILLARS
1. Events – $25,000
Golf Hole Fundraiser (June): Hole sponsor challenge, raffle, signage
Pickleball Tournament (October): Business teams, player entries, sponsor packages
2. Corporate Giving – $25,000
Target aligned businesses (construction, housing, trades, education)
Sponsorship Tiers:
Finisher Sponsor – $500
Framer Sponsor – $1,000
Foundation Sponsor – $2,500
Developer Sponsor – $10,000
Benefits: Website listing, social media, annual impact report, classroom or job site engagement options
3. Individual Giving – $10,000
Personal outreach via email, phone, or in-person
Suggested ask levels: $100 / $250 / $500+
Leverage storytelling & impact: every $250 supports one student’s training and mentorship
4. Peer-to-Peer Giving – $5,000
Each committee member is encouraged to raise $250–$500
Use your personal network and share via text, email, or social media
We provide a toolkit with graphics, captions, and links
TIMELINE
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| April | Launch outreach & committee assignments |
| May | Prep golf fundraiser |
| June | Golf Hole Fundraiser + Mid-Year push |
| July | Thank-yous + Pickleball planning |
| October | Pickleball Tournament + Peer asks |
| Nov–Dec | Wrap-up, donor recognition, impact sharing |
Donor Tracking in Little Green Light (LGL)
We use LGL to track all donor and sponsor interactions. This ensures we’re organized, not duplicating efforts, and properly thanking supporters.
What to Do in LGL
Search first – Don’t create duplicates
Add new contacts only if they’re not already in the system
Log outreach – Record calls, emails, or meetings under “Contact Reports”
Use Tags – Under “Categories” section, use tagging functions
Enter gifts/pledges – If a donation is made or promised
RESOURCES
Our Impact Link:
https://builtnoco.org/donate/#OurImpact
