Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Center for ReSource Conservation?
The CRC is a 501c3 non-profit located in downtown Boulder, CO. The CRC is staffed by committed environmental professionals whose expertise ranges from representing Boulder in the Colorado Legislature to the foremost expertise in backyard composting.
Who is ReSource?
ReSource is a used building materials sales yard that is operated by the Center for ReSource Conservation.
How are ReSource and CRC related?
ReSource was founded by the Center for ReSource Conservation in 1996 and is our main waste-reduction program. Think of ReSource as a division of the CRC. The ReSource sales yard is in east Boulder and the CRC main office is in downtown Boulder. Visit ReSource on the web by going to www.resourceyard.org.
Where does the CRC get its funding?
We are a 501c3 non-profit organization and, like any healthy non-profit, we rely on a variety of sources for funding.
Individual Donors:
We have a base of individual donors, or people who donate money to us because they believe in what we do. For info about becoming an individual donor click here.
Program Grants:
The CRC receives funding through the grant writing process. This is the least reliable but most exciting aspect of the work we do. The CRC writes grants throughout our program areas to explore new solutions to resource consumption issues. Funding organizations include: Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Energy, independent foundations, and state and municipal organizations.
Business and Organization Sponsors:
We are supported by a number of local and national businesses. Some support us with general donations or donations to a specific CRC division throughout the year, and some choose to support one of our annual events. To find out how to become a Sponsor click here.
Contract Work:
The CRC also works on a contact basis to achieve our mission driven work. Currently the CRC works on a contract basis with
the Governor’s Energy Office, Boulder County, the City of Boulder and many other local municipalities.
Do you need volunteers?
Yes. We are always interested in working with individuals who want to help make a difference. Opportunities range from spending a few hours each week in the office or the sales yard to serving on an event planning committee. Check out our volunteer section for more information: click here.
Are you a City of Boulder department?
Not anymore. We work closely with the City of Boulder but are an independent organization.
How can I make a donation to the CRC?
View the web page for more info.
Where is the CRC located?
View the Contact Us web page for more info.
When is the CRC open?
View the Contact Us web page for more info.
How many people work for the CRC?
In all, the Center for ReSource Conservation and its divisions have about 20 employees. We often have large projects that will swell our ranks to over 30 people.
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