Strategies

Courageous Colorado exists to build a more courageous and representative politics that can inspire the nation.

Convene


We bring people together—from rural towns to urban centers, from grassroots activists to civic leaders—to identify shared priorities and imagine a better political future.

Through listening tours, activation sessions, and community events, we create space for diverse voices to be heard and for communities to co-design solutions. By convening in this way, we ensure that our agenda is rooted in lived experience and shaped by those closest to the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Connect


Our work thrives on connection—linking leaders, organizations, and everyday citizens across sectors, regions, and political affiliations.

We build trusted relationships with partners who share our commitment to a healthier democracy, aligning efforts on issues such as open primaries, ranked choice voting, and campaign finance reform. These connections strengthen the field, fill gaps, and create the relationships necessary for long-term success.

Catalyze


We turn ideas into action by supporting local opportunities, investing in community-driven initiatives, building new infrastructure, and advancing policies that expand participation and representation.

Whether through strategic grants, coordinated advocacy, or amplifying local voices, we catalyze momentum that can lead to transformative wins. By combining grassroots energy with coordinated statewide strategy, we aim to spark lasting change that will make Colorado a national beacon for democratic renewal.

We believe that real change starts by working locally, connecting across cross-partisan differences, and setting our sights on long-term, systemic reform.

Our efforts focus on activating communities, building broad coalitions, and advancing a shared agenda that reflects the needs and aspirations of all Coloradans.