Brian Collins, Director of Excalibur Outreach "We started Excalibur Outreach in 2020 to address the needs of the underserved in the Arvada community. I started by using my 'Platform' to collect toys for kids during the holidays, and the subsequent programs grew from...
Inclusion and Belonging
2025 Holidays and Observances Calendar
The 2025 Holidays and Observances calendar is a resource created by the Arvada Chamber's Inclusion + Belonging (I+B) KAPS Council. This calendar includes month-long observances, multi-faith holidays, and other notable days throughout the year to celebrate with your...
Funding Options for Underrepresented Businesses and Entrepreneurs in Colorado
By Ali Stofflet, Arvada Chamber Director of Business Outreach and Growth Access to capital can be a significant challenge for underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities. In Colorado, efforts are being made to ensure...
Inclusion & Belonging Update | October 2024
Below you will find an Inclusion and Belonging Update with important information on the current and future work that will ensure we effectively move the needle on this critical priority of the Arvada Chamber. We welcome your feedback and questions as we continue to...
Arvada Chamber Launches Digital Accessibility Tool to Make Website More Inclusive
The Arvada Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce a new feature on its website that makes navigation more accessible for people with visual and cognitive disabilities. The Arvada Chamber’s site now includes a widget that offers people with disabilities a way to...
Arvada Chamber Announces Inclusive Workplace Roadmap and Pledge
May 10, 2024, Arvada, CO - The Arvada Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the release of the “Roadmap for an Inclusive Workplace” to help guide business leaders through considerations to foster a more inclusive culture and workplace. Inclusion is a core value...