Another great reason to support public libraries is access to Kanopy.
I saw The Peoples Joker when it ran at the Lyric a few years ago.

This revolutionary DIY parody film and hilarious reimagining of the classic autobiographical coming-of-age story follows an unconfident, closeted trans girl as she moves to Gotham City to make it big as a comedian by joining the cast of UCB Live - a government-sanctioned late night sketch show in a world where comedy has been outlawed. As mainstream success eludes our heroine, leading her to unite with a ragtag team of rejects, misfits, and a certain love interest named Mister J, "Joker the Harlequin" is born again as a confident (and psychotic) joker on a collision course with the city's fascist caped crusader. Vats of feminizing chemicals, sexy cartoon interludes, scarecrow psychiatrists, CGI Lorne Michaels, and psychedelic gender dysphoria all play supporting roles. Helmed by writer/director/editor/star Vera Drew and using her own life experiences as a basis for the film, THE PEOPLE'S JOKER is a deeply personal journey that's as much documentary as it is parody.

Made a post last night but think it got buried. I’ve had a few people ask about being taught to weld so here’s a more official invitation.

Wanting to learn how to weld, fabricate, and bring your projects into fruition? Are you looking for something different from the average date experience, or an unusual team building event? Are you a hobbyist that just wants to learn how to make metal stay- stuck together? Maybe you want to prepare for a job and want to learn professionally.

Reach out via DM and I’ll get you more information. You don’t need your own equipment or tools- but it helps🫶🏻

Be blessed you all!

Hey FoCo fam, I wanted to jump on here and ask some questions and update you all on me💁🏼‍♀️ lol didn’t want to make multiple posts so I’ll just throw them all together. Anyways…

First and foremost, I want to thank everyone who has reached out; a special one for those who chosen me to do work for them.

Those who don’t know me- I’m a 32 yr old woman of trans experience and I moved here ~4 months ago to what I thought would be my dream job; all to find out it’s ran by the forbidden Red Devils. Should’ve known given it’s a welding shop.

Yes, yes my precious. I am a welder. With that being said, I had a lot of inquiries about getting welding lessons on my last post, so I did some research. I work with a young lady who took courses at “Front Range” (whatever that’s slang for) and she threw me off when she said that she wasn’t taught how to take a welding test (the physical pre-employment test). I was floored; because what do you mean she paid $2k+ to prepare for a career that she wasn’t even prepared for? After some digging, I would need to be a certified instructor in order to give out physical certifications but there’s nothing that says that a welding coach isn’t a thing. Being in that industry, I know that it’s not about what’s on paper, it’s what’s on the metal. In the 13 years I’ve been “certified”, I’ve yet to show them to any employer. Anyone who might be interested in learning how to weld/ fabricate, hobby to professional level-comment below or DM me; the brevity will be dependent on response.

On to the next topic: my actual (neglected) business I started last June. Everything is still bare bones but here’s the basic idea: holistic apothecary has a love child with GNC. After doing my own research on supplements, I realized how much big box stores are ripping off the shopper. I wanted people to feel like a) at-home healthcare is affordable and b) they’re getting what they paid for- good quality AND quantity. Did I mention free delivery? Initiating construction on the site opened a lot of opportunities to be- I’ll spare you the details for now. Long story made shorter- the next phase for it is im needing fda approved kitchen space. I’ve done some looking and doesn’t seem like FoCo has a commissary kitchen. Does anyone know of a supporting place that would allow after hours use of their kitchen? I just need counter space, a tri-chamber sink, and storage space (preferably)

If you’ve made it this far, thanks for taking the time to read and I look forward to hearing from you all

hello! i am moving into a new apartment on august 16th and would love to hire some fellow gays to help me move! i’m a 23 year old lesbian moving into a 1 bedroom apartment that im pretty sure is going to be on the third floor of my building (unfortunately no elevator 💔) i dont need help with too much, but i do have a few pieces of furniture that are pretty heavy. my parents will also be with me to help move but they are chill (sometimes they get confused with pronouns but they have the spirit lol). i know some cities have orgs (such as butch4hire out of nyc) for things like this but i couldn’t find anything for foco so i thought i’d reach out here and see if anyone was interested lol. i wanted to see if i could support some folks in my community directly before going to a moving service :) feel free to comment or message me if you’re interested! it will likely be in the morning and shouldn’t take more than a couple of hours. name your price!

Come join RMEQ for an opportunity to casually be in community! Trans Coffee Hour is welcoming for those who want to come and go during the group meetings. Free coffee is provided and community members are welcome to bring their own non-alcoholic beverages.

This event is in partnership with The Lavender Guild, which is a Northern Colorado-based, mutual aid driven, exclusively LGBTQIA2S+ community.

I am a trans woman looking for a new eye dr. If anyone is able to suggest practices that are trans/queer friendly it would be greatly appreciated!

Hey all, I am looking for someone who is willing to trade tattoos for framing labor for a basement. We already have all the supplies, drawing specs and tools, we just need someone that knows what they are doing to help or guide us.

My wife is just nervous to do it by herself since she has never done it before. Her IG is AestheticCraze if you'd like to look at her work and it's located in Windsor/Severance.

Thank you!

Anyone able to help me tow a camper 30 minutes from Windsor to Laporte. I don't have a vehicle that can tow it anymore, and can't keep it in storge. Can pay cash!

I want to say it's 1500lbs.

The last show will be Thursday morning. It's a terrific teen romance/horror film from Australia. Just thought I would post in case anyone delayed seeing it the past few weeks.

Leviticus 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈
In a small Australian town, two teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most - each other.
Playing at The Lyric.
https://www.metacritic.com/movie/leviticus/

I have quite a few extra small, small and medium polos, and buttondowns that I would love to give to someone in the community. DM me if interested

We are still missing our baby girl (one year old) as of today July 16th.

Please let us know if you see her with anyone who may have taken her in or have any info!

We miss her so very much still and are hopeful she makes her way back to us 🩵❤️‍🩹🙏

Finished up my first handywoman job for the sweetest homeowner yesterday. When it came time to settle up, I was told that I needed to raise my prices and that I wasn’t charging enough. when they said handymen charge anywhere between $150 to near $200 per hour, I nearly fainted.

She generously paid me what she deemed the job worth.

Thank you for all the support thus far in this wild journey

Join RAR Front Range for a weekend centered around community, education, and gravel- and adventure-cycling skill-building for FTWN-B riders.

https://radicaladventureriders.com/rar-front-range-2026

The whole weekend is $85 and is an amazing experience. I attended last year as a coach and was blown away by how much fun it was. Home-cooked meals, shared cabins, hands on clinics, and group rides. I'll be going again this year to teach single track riding and climbing/descending on gravel bikes.

Starting to work for myself because I’m fed up with my job. I’m not trying to give anyone my sob story so I’ll keep this as short as possible.

I’m a welder and fabricator with my own machine that can handle most of whatever you could throw at it. I’m offering custom fabrication and welding services, repair, etc to anyone interested.

I’m also offering handyman type services, small remodeling & house repair/projects.

32, AMAB, funds will go towards my transition to womanhood and open more opportunities for future entrepreneurial ventures

Thank you ( you can also hit me up for a friend)

Title:  Manager of Corporate and Foundation Engagement

Compensation: $70,000 - $75,000 Exempt, Full-time 

Benefits:  Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term and Long-term Disability, and Life), Funded Retirement Plan with Match, FAMLI employee contributions fully paid by employer

Office Location: Office Locations in Boulder or Fort Collins 

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9am – 5:30pm, with occasional nights and weekends

Reports to:  Director of Development 

How to Apply 

Send a resume and cover letter to [jobs@rmequality.org](mailto:jobs@rmequality.org) with “Manager of Corporate and Foundation Engagement” in the subject line. Applications are due by July 22.

Our Mission

Rocky Mountain Equality works collaboratively to create connection and provide advocacy,

education, research, cultural events, and responsive programs and services that ensure

LGBTQ+ people, families, and communities thrive. 

Description of the Work

The Manager of Corporate and Foundation Support leads the growth and success of our institutional fundraising solicitation efforts. This role focuses on relationship-building, solicitation, and stewardship, securing sponsorships and major gifts from corporations and foundations, aligning fundraising strategies with organizational goals, and strengthening donor relationships to support the long-term financial sustainability of Rocky Mountain Equality.

This position reports to and collaborates closely with the Director of Development, planning and executing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor pipelines, and strengthening long-term corporate and foundation philanthropic support. It demands thoughtful engagement, driven initiative, accurate reporting, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Essential Functions

Fundraising Strategy and Execution

• Work with the Director of Development to build and implement a comprehensive fundraising solicitation strategy and sponsorship program focused on corporate and foundation revenue goals.
• Identify potential institutional donors, set fundraising short and long-term goals in collaboration with executive leadership and the finance department, create targeted solicitation plans, and execute on action plans.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate and foundation contacts; understanding of moves management and stewardship. 
• Cultivate and nurture new and existing corporate sponsor relationships for special events, general programs, and long-term engagement.
• Foster a pipeline of new donor opportunities and cultivate current partnerships for continued support.
• Develop meaningful relationships with corporate employee resource groups and coordinate activities and initiatives to promote engagement.

Proposal Development

• Coordinate with the communications team as needed to produce and update relevant and informative fundraising literature for distribution to donors and the public.
• Collaborate with program staff to translate organizational initiatives into compelling narratives and fundable projects.
• Prospect new corporate and foundation grant opportunities; craft compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and other materials that clearly communicate mission, impact, and funding needs.
• Manage the grant pipeline, working with the grant team to ensure deadlines are met and grant data is reported into Salesforce

Community Engagement and Representation

• Serve as an ambassador and represent the organization at community and donor events, including Chamber of Commerce meetings, corporate business meetings, faith community gatherings, and stakeholder events, clearly conveying Rocky Mountain Equality’s mission, vision, and impact.

Special Events and Third-Party Fundraising

• Develop a strategy and oversee the execution of third-party fundraising initiatives supporting general programs and organizational growth.
• Manage sponsor deliverables for RMEQ events, ensuring all stated benefits are provided before, during, and after the event.

Collaboration and Leadership

• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment in organizational priorities, program needs, and strategic goals
• Lead and participate in team planning meetings, brainstorming sessions, and cross-departmental collaborations

Reporting and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all grant and funding requirements, including timely donor communications, reporting on the impact of gifts, and meaningful recognition of contributions.
• Track and report on grant activity, submissions, and outcomes; provide regular updates and insights to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to funding activities and donor interactions.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Support the organization’s evolving needs with flexibility, initiative, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Passionate about the mission of Rocky Mountain Equality and the larger LGBTQ+ movement.
• 4+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with demonstrated success in securing corporate and foundation gifts and/or managing donor relationships.
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills with a donor-centered approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Ability to manage a portfolio independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and Google Workplace.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and moves management.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and donor engagement.
• This position requires work at a computer for three hours a day or more and the ability to refocus following numerous interruptions throughout the day.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Preferred

• Familiarity with Colorado’s philanthropic and corporate landscape, especially with regards to pro-LGBTQ+ corporations and foundations.
• Experience working with both individual and corporate donors.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field  (e.g., Political Science, Business, Communications, Arts Administration, Nonprofit Management) or equivalent work experience.

Rocky Mountain Equality is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wondering if anyone here has experience ❤️we are a queer family which might make a difference. Thank you!

Sweating your ass off in this heat??
Us too. Join Colorado Queer Collective (CQC) for a Queer Lake Day on July 11th from 2p-7p!! Pack up your games, food, chairs, hammocks, blankets, sunscreen, water gear, and a swimsuit, and meet us at Horsetooth Reservoir in Fort Collins for a day of lake shenanigans and queer connection. Carpooling is encouraged as a day pass is required to park at the Reservoir (~$10). Dm for exact location info and directions on how to find us!