Colorado African Cultural Center

💯Support CACC on Colorado Gives Day!🙏🏿 Help us reach our goal of $20,000 to support transformative programs for youth and families in our community!Every Donation will be Marched👏🏿 Your tax-deductible donation goes a long way: 🎗️Youth Wellness and Resilience Program: This year, we provided affordable, culturally tailored mental health care to 35 at-risk Black youth and their families, ensuring they can live healthier, stable lives. Help us serve 70 at-risk youth and their families in 2025. 🧑🏾💻Young Innovator Tech Program: In 2024, we equipped over 40 middle and high school students with cutting-edge tech skills, hands-on projects, internships, mentorships, and leadership development to prepare them for high-wage, high-growth careers. Together, we can train over 150 students next year. 💻Upskill & Get Hired Program: This year, we professionally trained over 50 low-income, underserved individuals in high-demand fields, providing career development, job placement, and retention support, ensuring they get high-wage jobs and lead financially stable lives. Help us train 70 low-income individuals for higher-paying careers in 2025. 📀Digital Equity Programs: In 2024, we empowered 28 small businesses and individuals with laptops, digital tools, internet access, and training in website management, digital marketing, and cybersecurity to increase their chances of growth in an increasingly digital world. Together, we can empower 80 small businesses for success in 2025. 🎉Dashiki Festival: The 2024 edition of the Dashiki Festival drew over 4000 diverse individuals from all over Colorado, featured 11 artists and performers, and empowered 39 local businesses, and arts and crafts. Your donation will help us host more attendees, feature up to 15 local artists and talents, and empower 45 local businesses, and artists in 2025. 🙏🏿Donation : https://lnkd.in/gieazv7H Every dollar makes a difference! Join us in building stronger, healthier, and more empowered communities.

🌟 Help Us Empower Youth and Families – Donate Today! 🌟 We’re on a mission to raise $20,000 to support life-changing programs that uplift youth, families, and small businesses in our community. Your tax-deductible contribution can make a huge impact: 1️⃣ $50: Educates a child about African culture and heritage through our African Cultural Education Initiative. 2️⃣ $100: Funds mental health care and support for one at-risk youth and their family in our Youth Wellness and Resilience Program. 3️⃣ $250: Provides mentorship, leadership development, a PC, and hands-on tech training for one youth for a semester through the Young Tech Innovators Program. 4️⃣ $350: Equips two minority-owned businesses with websites, digital marketing, PCs, and three weeks of training through our Digital Equity for Small Businesses Program. 5️⃣ $500: Trains one low-income individual for a higher-paying career in just 12 weeks through the Upskill and Get Hired Program. Every dollar counts. Together, we can build stronger, healthier, and more empowered communities. 💻 Donate now: https://lnkd.in/g5avcz7i 💌 Share this post and help us spread the word! Thank you for your support in making a lasting difference!

Together, we create change. Thank you for your unwavering support and contributions because of you, we’re making a difference every day! Enjoy this Thanksgiving with love and gratitude from all of us.

Once again, 🎉 A big congratulations to the incredible graduates of the CACC Digital Equity Training Program! 🎓✨ From classroom moments to mastering new skills, this journey has been nothing short of inspiring. 💻👏 You’ve embraced the challenge, grown through learning, and are now equipped to shape the digital future with equity and purpose. A special thank you to our phenomenal trainers who guided every step of the way, and to everyone who supported this transformative program. Together, we’re paving the way for a future where opportunity knows no bounds. 🌟 Here’s to the hard work, determination, and limitless possibilities ahead! 🥂🎉 #CACCDigitalEquity #InTheClassroom #EmpoweredThroughTech #CelebratingSuccess #DigitalFuture

🎓✨ Congratulations to Our Digital Equity Mini-Grant Graduates! ✨🎓 We’re proud to celebrate the graduation of 27 remarkable small businesses who have completed the Digital Equity Mini-Grant Program! These inspiring entrepreneurs have gained cutting-edge digital tools, training, and resources to thrive in the modern digital world. This milestone represents a step forward in bridging the digital divide and empowering businesses in underserved communities. 📅 Graduation Date: November 19, 2024 🌟 Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey. Together, we’re creating a future where everyone has the tools to succeed! Stay tuned for the next cohort and new opportunities to grow. 💻📈 #DigitalEquity #SmallBusinessGrowth #Empowerment #GraduationDay #ThrivingInDigital

Had the best time at the Colorado Dashiki Festival—such a beautiful celebration of culture, music, and community. From the amazing performances to the good vibes all around, it was a weekend to remember. 🙌🏾💫 #DashikiFestival #GoodVibesOnly #CulturalCelebration #ColoradoMoments

Today, the Colorado African Cultural Center honors the courage and dedication of our veterans. We are forever grateful for the sacrifices you’ve made to protect our freedoms and strengthen our communities. Your bravery inspires us, and your legacy continues to uplift future generations. Thank you for your service. #VeteransDay #CACCHonorsHeroes #ThankYouVeterans #HonorAndSacrifice #CommunityAndService

🌟 Empowering Your Future Highlights! 🌟 On Sept 28th, the Lapis Lazuli Center in Aurora was alive with energy for our Empowering Your Future event! Hosted by CACC & HopeHall, the day featured an incredible lineup, including Anne & Darin Overstreet from Minuteman Aurora, Kerian from Tenderhands LLC, and Andrea Law from Kaiser Permanente, alongside many other inspiring speakers. Participants explored key topics like financial management, healthcare entrepreneurship, marketing strategies, and career development, with Andrea Law leading a valuable session on resume-building and job-search skills. This impactful day of networking and learning gave attendees the tools and connections to fuel their future success! 🚀✨ #CareerGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #Empowerment #Entrepreneurship #Networking

🎉 Congratulations to Our 27 Digital Equity Mini-Grant Recipients! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that 27 diverse small businesses across various sectors have been selected for the Digital Equity Mini-Grant! 🌐 These inspiring entrepreneurs, representing a wide range of industries and communities, will receive digital tools, training, and resources to help them thrive in today’s digital landscape. This initiative supports our mission to bridge the digital divide, empowering businesses in underserved areas with essential skills for growth. Missed this opportunity? No worries! Another cohort of the Digital Equity Mini-Grant will be available next year, with new opportunities each quarter. Stay tuned for updates and get ready to apply! To learn more, visit our website 👉 Learn More Here #DigitalEquity #SmallBusinessSupport #CommunityEmpowerment

DIGITAL EQUITY MINI GRANT FOR SMALL BUSINESSES : APPLY NOW SPOTS ARE LIMITED 🚀 Exciting Opportunity for Minority and Underserved Small Businesses! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Mini-Grant Digital Literacy Program! This exclusive program is designed to help minority, underserved, and struggling small businesses thrive in today’s digital economy. 🔑 What You’ll Receive: ✔️ A FREE professionally designed website tailored to your business needs ✔️ Comprehensive web development, maintenance, and design training to keep your business online and thriving ✔️ A comprehensive marketing strategies package to help scale your business and reach new customers ✔️ Accounting and bookkeeping training to effectively manage your transactions and finances ✔️ Technology and internet access provided for businesses in need ✔️ 3 months of post-program support to ensure your success! 📅 Launch Date: Friday, October 25th | 3 PM – 5 PM 📍 Location: PCs for People, 6035 E 38th Ave, Denver, CO 80207, USA ⚠️ Limited Spots Available: Only 15-20 businesses will be selected! 💻 To be considered, apply now: RSVP Link: https://lnkd.in/gXZYYNaV ⏳ Application Closes: October 22nd at 11:59 PM Walk away with a free website, training in marketing, web development, and accounting, and everything you need to scale your business! Don’t miss this chance apply today and take the first step toward transforming your business! 💼