Community Resource Center Board and Staff

Grants & Database Manager
Boettcher Foundation

Tax Senior
The Anschutz Corporation

Community Engagement Director
Colorado Center on Law and Policy

Managing Director
Colorado Workforce Development Council

Project Weaver
The Good Food Collective

CEO
Skvare, LLC

Colorado State University

April-Dawn has lived and served across rural Colorado since 2008 and is proud to call Park County home. Believing in the transformative power of community and strategic vision, she has dedicated more than a decade to strengthening nonprofits and building resilient, thriving communities. With more than fifteen years of experience serving as an Executive Director, Ms. Knudsen has been pivotal in driving community impact through strategic initiatives, collaborative leadership, and a deep commitment to the organizations and communities she serves. She founded Knudsen Coaching & Consulting in 2012 to empower mission-minded organizations and rural leaders with tailored solutions for greater sustainability and impact.

Beyond her professional roles, Ms. Knudsen is a fervent advocate for community service, civic engagement, and strong nonprofit infrastructure. In 2026 she was appointed to the Governor’s Commission on Community Service, a statewide body of community leaders working to empower community-based organizations to address locally identified needs through service and volunteerism. She also serves on El Pomar Foundation’s Central Peaks Regional Council, contributing to regional philanthropic initiatives that strengthen and uplift communities across central Colorado. In addition, Ms. Knudsen serves as Co-Vice Chair of the Colorado Secretary of State’s Charities Advisory Committee, where she champions policies and progress that support a healthy and vibrant nonprofit ecosystem.

Alex joined Community Resource Center (CRC) in 2020, bringing over twelve years of experience in education, leadership, and community engagement. As a leader, Alex stives to create teams that are transparent, community-driven and collaborative. A natural and authentic relationship builder, Alex has spent her career in the nonprofit sector connecting people and galvanizing groups to work together for community growth. As the Director of Programs, Alex provides strategic oversight to CRC’s core program areas including Grant Services, Rural Action Network, and Civic Engagement and Advocacy. Born and raised in Denver, Alex’s passion for community engagement has also been shaped by her time living in Kenya and Malaysia. Alex has a masters’ degree in Conservation Leadership, is a graduate of the Family Leadership Training Institute (FLTI) and is passionate about working at a systems level to tackle complex social issues. In her free time Alex enjoys all outdoor activities and spending time with her family.

Marcy has lived in Southwest Colorado for over 20 years and has assisted numerous small businesses and nonprofit organizations with marketing, web development, and administration. With her experience as a former Executive Director, grant writer, small business development advisor, and business owner, Marcy brings an array of experiences to help nonprofits impact their communities. She has served on several nonprofit boards and community organizations including the Community Foundation Serving SW Colorado, Early Childhood Council of Archuleta County and the CRC steering committee for Southwest Rural Philanthropy Days. Marcy joined CRC as Colorado Grants Guide Manager in 2024 and is excited to help nonprofits expand their grant funding and resources. Marcy and her husband have three grown children and one grandchild. In her free time, she loves hiking, skiing, climbing Colorado’s 14ers, and traveling.

Jennifer is the Co-Founder of Next Level Regen, a small health and wellness business in Grand Junction since 2018, and one of the Co-Founders of Bravestone Project, a Nonprofit that assists survivors of human trafficking and sexual traumas in finding hope, healing, and restoration. She moved to Grand Junction 12 years ago from North Carolina and loves Colorado! She enjoys hiking, planting and growing flowers, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Monica brings over a decade of experience managing projects in the nonprofit and public education sectors. As Civic Engagement Program Manager, she believes civic engagement across Colorado has never been more important. She prioritizes data-driven decision making and cultivating meaningful partnerships to meet collective goals. She is returning to CRC after working on the Colorado Healthcare Corps pilot project where she recruited and coached AmeriCorps members to build capacity in healthcare.

Monica lives in Lafayette and enjoys reading and yoga. She is currently learning how to make sourdough bread and garden. She spends sunny weekends with her partner, daughter and dog hiking and camping in the mountains.

Alexandra (she/her/ella) started at CRC as a Lead Community Outreach Organizer for the Civic Engagement team, and later switched roles to Civic Engagement Assistant Program Manager and the Program Coordinator. She graduated from MSU Denver with a major in business administration and minor in Italian and has been involved with Nonprofit organizations since she was in high school. Due to this, she was able to experience the positive impact Nonprofits had in her family, future, and community. In 2009, she migrated with her family to the US from Guadalajara, Jalisco, and feels lucky she ended up in beautiful Colorado.

Alexandra enjoys sharing resources with the community and talking to community members. She’s excited to continue to work at CRC and its partner organizations. In her free time, she enjoys spending time being active, either taking a gym class (dance or yoga) or taking a walk with her husband and their dog Luna. She also loves hot springs, watching shows and movies, and traveling.

Kennedy is a connector, advocate, and relationship-builder dedicated to strengthening the networks that make communities thrive. As Administrative Coordinator at CRC, she serves as an organizational backbone; keeping the systems, schedules, and operations running smoothly so that CRC can focus on what matters most: supporting the nonprofits that power Colorado communities. Kennedy holds a degree in Human Development and Social Relations from Earlham College; a cross-disciplinary field rooted in the study of people and the systems that shape their lives. Her background spans foster care, HIV wellness and services, college-in-prison programming and more, giving her a grounded understanding of the communities that nonprofits serve every day. She approaches her work with a deep respect for people across all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, bringing both care and precision to everything from board coordination and program logistics to team onboarding and organizational communication. Kennedy believes that when the behind-the-scenes work is done well, the whole mission moves forward.

Outside of work, Kennedy can be found scoping out Denver’s plant-based dining scene, browsing farmers’ markets, and soaking up time with her Colorado family. She brings that same curiosity and enthusiasm for discovery to everything she does, including finding the resources people didn’t know they needed.

Hannah Branit (she/her/hers) grew up splitting time between Chicago, IL and Shanghai, China. She graduated from the University of Denver with a BA in Psychology. Hannah has been working as a special education teacher in Denver Public Schools for the last 5 years, which has driven her pursuit of a graduate degree from the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work. She works to support communities and individuals through a blend of relationship building and systems-level analysis. In her personal life, Hannah enjoys being outside, ice skating, and spending time with her friends and partner.

Christina brings over 20 years of experience in graphic design and marketing, working with brands and organizations across a wide range of industries. She is passionate about helping clients refine their vision, find their voice, and build cohesive, effective outreach strategies. She prioritizes thoughtful design, strategic storytelling, and strong client relationships to create work that is both meaningful and impactful.

She is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work at the University of Denver, where she is shifting her focus toward community engagement, systemic change, and more effective advocacy, particularly within the healthcare space. Christina lives in Centennial with her family. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, practicing yoga, and playing indoor soccer.