On October 1^st, the Federal Government shut down after congressional leaders and the White House failed to reach an agreement on federal spending. 

In partnership with the National Council of Nonprofits, we are monitoring the situation closely and have gathered the following resources to help your organization navigate through the days ahead.

Statement on the Federal Government Shutdown, National Council of Nonprofits

Government Shutdown: What Should Nonprofits Do?, National Council of Nonprofits

Proposed Changes to Federal Grants: Frequently Asked Questions, National Council of Nonprofits

A Nonprofit Checklist: Conducting a Risk Assessment for Federal Funding, National Council of Nonprofits

Federal Agency Contingency Plans

Find Your Member of the US Congress

Contact Senator Michael Bennet and Senator John Hickenlooper

If your organization is affected by the government shutdown, if you have questions with these resources, or if you need assistance contacting your federal elected officials, please contact Jack Murphy at jmurphy@coloradononprofits.org.