colorado statewide parent coalition

What colorado statewide parent coalition does

Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition (CSPC) is a Denver-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1980 that delivers parent education, early childhood support, and informal childcare provider training to underserved communities across Colorado. The organization operates a portfolio of evidence-based programs including PASO (a 15-week, 120-hour FFN provider certification mapped to the Child Development Associate credential), Éxito (a free Spanish-language kindergarten-readiness program), Las Familias (a 6-session bilingual school-engagement curriculum delivered through school district partnerships at $5,000 per cohort), Grupo de Apoyo (disability family support), and Voz (community leadership development). Programs are delivered through trained coordinators, many of whom are former FFN providers themselves, and are available in-person across Boulder, Denver, Lafayette, and JEFFCO areas as well as virtually via Zoom. CSPC explicitly excludes immigration-status-based eligibility restrictions and positions itself as an anti-racist, community-centered alternative to external expertise.

CSPC's business model is grant-and-donation-funded rather than commercial. Primary revenue derives from a partnership with the Colorado Department of Early Childhood to administer the state's first-ever FFN Training & Support Program established under SB22-213, which allocated $7.5 million to FFN care. The organization distributes this funding through a subgrantee network of at least eight implementation partners across two funding rounds, including Mile High United Way, Denver's Early Childhood Council, and Empowering Communities Globally. Secondary revenue streams include individual donations via ActionNetwork, the annual Partners in Education Gala with corporate sponsorship tiers up to $10,000, and program fees ($300 PASO registration with financial aid, $5,000 Las Familias per district). A newer Care Worker Tax Credit Mini-Grant program ($500–$10,000) extends the model in response to HB24-1312.

The organization operates from a Denver mailing address with a 1–10 employee footprint led by CEO Lorena Garcia, Director of Early Childhood Programs Mirla Coronado de Low, and Policy Director Angelica Prisciliano. To date, CSPC has trained over 3,500 FFN providers who collectively care for approximately 50% of Colorado children under age 6 (roughly 80,000 children). Market context from ReadyNation estimates $2.7 billion in annual economic loss in Colorado due to unreliable childcare, framing CSPC's addressable impact.

Name

colorado statewide parent coalition

Legal name

Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition

Website

https://coparentcoalition.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition is a Denver-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded in 1980, that delivers bilingual early-childhood education, FFN childcare provider certification, and family advocacy programs to Latino, immigrant, and disability communities across Colorado.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Early Childhood Education and Family Advocacy Services

NAICS

Child Care Services (62441), Child and Youth Services (62411), Educational Support Services (611710), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Family Coaching, Parent-Mediated & Home Visiting EI Services (EDACAFAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Family & Parent Support Services (Parent Coaching, Advocacy) (EDAJALAK), Training, Certification & Continuing Education for Nannies/Babysitters (HSAAALAO), Home Visiting & Parent Coaching Programs (EDACALAC)

Keywords

• Early childhood education
• Parent advocacy programs
• Childcare provider training
• Family education services
• Nonprofit community organizing

Headquarters

HQ city

Denver

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Grants: Primary funding from government grants including partnership with Colorado Department of Early Childhood for FFN Training & Support Program established under SB22-213
2. Individual Donations: Individual donations through ActionNetwork platform; donors can subscribe to newsletter and make one-time or recurring donations
3. Annual Gala Fundraiser: Annual Partners in Education Gala serves as signature fundraiser; corporate sponsorships at multiple tiers ($10,000 Alebrije, $5,000 La Catrina, $4,000 Ofrenda, $2,000 Altar, $1,500 Calaverita)
4. Program Fees: Las Familias program fees of $5,000 per course for up to 25-30 families; PASO program registration fee of $300 with financial aid available

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition delivers community-based education, training, certification, and advocacy programs for parents, caregivers, and Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) childcare providers across Colorado. Core offerings include the PASO certification program for informal childcare providers, Éxito kindergarten-readiness classes, Las Familias school navigation workshops, Grupo de Apoyo disability family support, Voz community leadership training, and the statewide FFN Training and Support Program administered under SB22-213.

Product overview

Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition operates a portfolio of educational and support programs for families, parents, and childcare providers in Colorado. The core offerings include PASO (a 15-week childcare provider certification program), Éxito (Spanish-language kindergarten readiness training), Grupo de Apoyo (disability family support), Las Familias (school-based parent engagement), and the FFN Training & Support Program. These programs are complemented by Care Worker Tax Credit Mini-Grants to help FFN providers access state tax benefits. The organization functions as a nonprofit coalition rather than a technology product company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PASO Institute: An early childhood education program that prepares and certifies informal childcare providers (FFN providers) through a 15-week, 120-hour training program leading to Child Development Associate (CDA) credential eligibility.
• PASO
• Éxito
• Grupo de Apoyo
• Las Familias
• Voz
• Grupos de Lucha

Products and services

• PASO (Providers Advancing Student Outcomes) A 15-week, 120-hour training and certification program preparing informal childcare (FFN) providers for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and home-based childcare entrepreneurship. Includes a $300 registration fee with financial aid available, no educational prerequisites, and no immigration status restrictions. Available online via Zoom with enrollment through the CSPC website.
• Éxito A free, 11-session Spanish-language program equipping parents of children ages 0-5 with the knowledge, skills, and materials to support their children's early learning and kindergarten readiness, including community meet-ups called Cafecitos. Available twice yearly, in person in Boulder, Lafayette, Denver, and Jefferson County and online via Zoom.
• Las Familias A 6-session school-based bilingual program that helps families of school-aged children understand their rights and obligations, navigate the education system, and advocate for their children's success. Delivered in partnership with Title I schools and school districts at $5,000 per course for up to 25-30 families; includes all materials and training guides.
• Grupo de Apoyo A support program providing resources, emotional guidance, and information to parents of children with disabilities, helping them navigate education, healthcare, and community inclusion. Delivered through workshops and ongoing support groups.
• FFN Training & Support Program A statewide initiative created through SB22-213 providing training, technical assistance, and materials grants to Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) childcare providers. CSPC administers the program in partnership with the Colorado Department of Early Childhood and disburses subgrants to partner organizations (e.g., Empowering Communities Globally $135,774.18, Denver's Early Childhood Council $234,190.00, United Way of Weld County $249,603.28, Valley Settlement $294,435.04, National Wildlife Federation $250,385.09, La Piñata del Aprendizaje/Trailhead Institute $281,441.84, Mile High United Way $205,633.45, Early Milestones Colorado $199,780.00).
• Care Worker Tax Credit Mini-Grants Mini-grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 disbursed to organizations helping FFN providers access the Colorado Care Worker Tax Credit (HB24-1312) of up to $1,200 through outreach, PDIS support, and hour-tracking assistance.
• Voz A program in which community members learn the skills and tools to mobilize communities and create social change, supporting CSPC's broader organizing and advocacy mission.
• Grupos de Lucha A program designed to inform and empower immigrant communities about their rights and available resources, supporting CSPC's immigrant family engagement work.

Quantifiable outcome

• Trained 3,500+ FFN providers through evidence-based training program
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022CSPC administers the FFN Training and Support Program in partnership with CDEC, established under Senate Bill 22-213. This program marked Colorado's first-ever state investment in FFN care, providing training, technical assistance, and materials grants to organizations statewide. CDEC Executive Director Dr. Lisa Roy has publicly celebrated this partnership.
• Empowering Communities GloballycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSubgrantee in first round of FFN Training & Support Program receiving $135,774.18. Multilingual programs supporting Arabic, Dari, and other language communities through personalized coaching and advocacy.
• Denver's Early Childhood CouncilcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFirst round FFN subgrantee receiving $234,190.00. Key partner in Denver for FFN provider training and support services.
• Mile High United WaycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSecond round FFN subgrantee receiving $205,633.45. Leading FFN provider support efforts in the Denver metro area.
• Early Milestones ColoradocoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSecond round FFN subgrantee receiving $199,780.00. Statewide early childhood organization supporting FFN professional development.
• United Way of Weld CountyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFirst round FFN subgrantee receiving $249,603.28. Supporting FFN providers in Weld County area.
• Valley SettlementminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFirst round FFN subgrantee receiving $294,435.04. Community organization supporting FFN providers.
• National Wildlife FederationminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFirst round FFN subgrantee receiving $250,385.09. Supporting FFN provider training and environmental education.
• Protect Colorado's Future CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSPC is a member organization of the Protect Colorado's Future coalition working toward fairer taxation and state budget priorities. Coalition includes Bell Policy Center, Colorado Children's Campaign, Colorado Fiscal Institute, and 20+ other organizations advocating for graduated income tax and childcare investment.
• Early Childhood Council of Boulder CountycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFeatured in 'Bright Spots' report by Donnell-Kay Foundation. Multilingual programs supporting Arabic, Dari, and other language communities through personalized coaching and child development courses.
• La Piñata del Aprendizaje (Trailhead Institute)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFirst round FFN subgrantee receiving $281,441.84 with Trailhead Institute as fiscal sponsor.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Healthy Families America: Home visiting program accredited by Prevent Child Abuse America, serving at-risk families with children 0–5. Comparable family coaching, training/credentialing infrastructure, and policy advocacy footprint.
• Abriendo Puertas / Opening Doors: A national Latino parent engagement organization focused on leadership, school readiness, and family advocacy through bilingual curricula. Directly comparable to CSPC's Éxito and Las Familias programs.
• Parents as Teachers National Center: A national nonprofit that provides parent education and child development support through home visits, with a similar evidence-based curriculum model and affiliate network structure. Highly comparable to CSPC's PASO FFN certification and family coaching approach.
• AVANCE: A Latino family education and parent engagement nonprofit that delivers bilingual parenting programs across multiple states. Closely matches CSPC's bilingual parent education, community-led model, and focus on Latino ECE outcomes.
• ParentChild+: National early childhood home visiting program focused on school readiness for underserved families. Comparable to CSPC's FFN provider training and parent coaching for ages 0–5.
• HIPPY USA: Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters — a parent education program delivered through peer-led home visits, mirroring CSPC's evidence-based, parent-mediated ECE model. Comparable training/curriculum licensing structure.
• Parent Possible (formerly Bright by Three): A Colorado-based nonprofit that supports parents of young children with evidence-based programs and partners closely with CDEC. Same geography, same funder ecosystem, and same early childhood parent-coaching mission as CSPC.

Broad incumbents

• Save the Children US: A large national/international NGO with early childhood, family support, and policy programs across many states. Overlaps thematically with CSPC's ECE and equity mission but at vastly larger scale and broader portfolio.
• National PTA: The largest parent advocacy and engagement organization in the U.S. Operates at much broader scale than CSPC and overlaps on family-school engagement and policy advocacy, but is not specialized in FFN/ECE training.

Regional players

• Voices for Children Colorado: A Colorado child advocacy organization that shares CSPC's policy coalition and legislative advocacy work. Comparable on policy focus but does not run direct parent education/FFN training programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CSPC.PIRC
• Instagraminstagram.com/coloradoparents
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/colorado-statewide-parent-coalition

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

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