THE PUBLIC POLICY FORUM OF CRESTED BUTTE
To promote civic dialogue, debate and community engagement by presenting distinguished expert speakers on issues of international, national and local significance.
About THE PUBLIC POLICY FORUM OF CRESTED BUTTE
The Public Policy Forum of Crested Butte is a nonprofit, community-funded speaker series that brings national, international and local policy experts to Crested Butte to inform and engage residents through moderated talks and public discussion.
Rooted in the Gunnison Valley since the early 2000s, the Forum operates as an educational, nonpartisan venue (organized as an IRS 501(c)(3) and Colorado not-for-profit) and partners with local organizations to provide free or low-cost programs that prioritize broad public access and civic learning.
Notable achievements
Sustained civic series since early 2000s
Maintained a continuous, community-supported public speaker series for more than a decade, establishing the Forum as a regular civic institution in Crested Butte.
High-profile speakers
Hosted prominent experts and officials in recent seasons (examples from 2023–2025 include speakers on planetary health, Colorado election administration, Colorado River policy, and AI in healthcare), broadening local access to timely policy conversations.
Strong local partnerships
Secured ongoing partnerships and sponsorships (e.g., Center for the Arts as venue partner and local underwriters/co-sponsors) that enable free or low-cost admission and community outreach.
At a glance
- Total assets
- $140K
- Annual revenue
- $68K
- Tax status
- 501(c)(3)Public charity
- EIN
- 20-3587565
- Location
- Crested Butte, CO
- Website
- www.crestedbutteforum.org
- On Mahalo since
- November 2025
Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.
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