2023 in Colorado
November 9, 2023 Seawell Ballroom
Presented by
WELCOME
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Gerry Rasel, Event Chair
CLOSING
Kyle Clark, 9News
Hillary and John C. Morgridge,
Gerry Rasel, Event Chair
D.J. Close, Delta Dental of Colorado
Morgridge Family Foundation
Katie Kramer, Boettcher Foundation
2023 HONOREES Outstanding Foundation The Weld Trust
Outstanding Small Business Urban Ventures, LLC
Outstanding Volunteer Paula Edwards
Outstanding Professional Grantmaker Abel Wurmnest
Outstanding Philanthropists Carol and George Solich
Outstanding Youth Bryce Hunter
Inspiration Award Community Shares of Colorado
Outstanding Service Organization Colorado Elks Association
Outstanding Youth Group Womxn of East
Outstanding Large Business Molson Coors Beverage Company
Outstanding Professional Fundraiser Jennifer Lackey
Lifetime Achievement J. Robert Young
2023 STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS DeAnn Acosta, CFRE, AFP Colorado Chapter Amy Farnan, National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect Alexxa Gagner, Denver Rescue Mission Robyn Goldy, Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Sarah Grazier, CFRE, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council Raffael Hoffmann, CFRE, Laradon Sarah Hogan, Barefoot PR
Sheila Kutzer, SCL Health Gerry Rasel (Event Chair) Alexandra Secord, Empower Jerry Sinning, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Amy Stewart, Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation Sarah Swanson (Event Co-Chair), Friends of the National Center
2023 AWARD & SELECTION JUDGES Jack Alexander, Community Volunteer Andrea Aragon, Robert Hoag Rawlings Foundation Andy Boian, Dovetail Solutions Krista Boscoe, Denver Jewish Day School Matthew Carpenter, El Pomar Foundation Tatum Cochran, Horse & Dragon Brewing Elycia Cook, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado Kenneth Crowley, Crowley Foundation Lauren Czajka, YouthRoots Joanne Davidson, Davidson Associates Heather Dearman, Spirit of Aurora Steve ErkenBrack, Buell Foundation Curtis Esquibel, Boettcher Foundation Renny Fagan, Nostos Consulting John Farnam, Morgridge Family Foundation Mary Feller, Craig Hospital Foundation Gino Greco, American Red Cross of CO & WY Bonnie Gross, Xcel Energy Jacquie Hall, Craig Hospital Foundation Sarah Harrison, Community Volunteer
Aleah Horstman, The Executive Guide Jordan Jackson, Security Central Kelly Jackson, Aims Community College Foundation Charlie Kercheval, Alpine Bank Katy Kotlarczyk, University of Colorado Boulder Melanie Lewis Dickerson, Community Solutions Paul Lhevine, Colorado Nonprofit Association Kevin MacCary, Community Volunteer Carson Maczuzak, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Adrienne Mansanares, Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mtns Dawn Marshall, Inspired Actions Kynnie Martin, IMA Financial Lorez Meinhold, Caring for Denver Foundation Caryne Mesquita, Junior League of Denver Maria Montoya, Kundinger, Corder & Montoya, P.C. Mimi the Motivator, The Phil-Rich Group Christopher Munger, Mutual of America Michael Niyompong, WellPower
Skye O’Toole, Student Erin Porteous, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver Gloria Price, Schlessman Family Foundation Grace Randazzo, Empower Aimee Resnick, Student Reggie Rivers, The Gala Team Ryan Ross, Urban Leadership Foundation Dave Ryan, The Anschutz Foundation Shari Shink, Cobbled Streets Janice Sinden, DCPA Cori Streetman, Barefoot PR Kristin Todd, Northern Colorado Community Foundation Carrie Tynan, Adolph Coors Foundation Stewart Vanderwilt, Colorado Public Radio Jodi Walker, Kids at Their Best Faye Washington, Community Volunteer Ona Wigginton, Boulder Community Health Foundation Vickie Wilson, VMWilson Consulting Alexandra Yajko, WINGS Consulting LLC
The Weld Trust OUTSTANDING FOUNDATION
Created in 2019, The Weld Trust is dedicated to promoting excellence in health and education in Weld County. Known for being proactive, open, honest, and emerging from the community, The Weld Trust’s key funding areas are housing stability, access to resources, childhood literacy, food insecurity, behavioral health, workforce development and healthy habits. Since it was established in 2019, The Weld Trust has awarded over $45M in grants to over 100 organizations and schools, including nearly $13M in 2022 alone. During the COVID-19 pandemic, The Weld Trust funded $475,000 in emergency grants to meet urgent needs. Other recent grants have included $1.5 million to Boys & Girls Club for a new Teen Center in Greeley. The Weld Trust also provided funding for 26,000 meals supporting nearly 1,000 children. “They are a funder, but also a convener, pulling stakeholders to the table when a key decision needs to be made that will impact the community for generations to come.” - Melanie Woodman, President & CEO of United Way Weld County
Abel Wurmnest
OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL GRANTMAKER Abel Wurmnest has successfully carried out the Anschutz family legacy over the last decade. He joined the Anschutz Family Foundation in 2011 as a program officer and was promoted to executive director in 2017. In his role as executive director, Abel works with the Foundation’s nonprofit partners to understand and champion their work, in addition to providing leadership for many of the Foundation’s initiatives. Abel lives by the mantra, “When everyone is included, no one is excluded.” Growing up in rural Illinois, Abel has a special connection with the people in rural Colorado and is a strong advocate for these communities. His passion for this work is reflected by the integral role he has played in giving nearly $30 million to nonprofits throughout the state, with a majority to organizations in rural Colorado. “Since joining the Anschutz Family Foundation, Abel has empowered nonprofits across Colorado, putting in the time to build relationships based on trust, honesty and consensus. His commitment to all corners of the state is evident by his windshield time, being the boots on the ground and learning from community leaders.” - Alejandra Major, former Program Officer at Adolph Coors Foundation
Community Shares of Colorado INSPIRATION
Since 1986, Community Shares has existed as a place for nonprofit organizations that did not fit the mold of traditional workplace giving programs. This included grassroots organizations dedicated to social justice, respect for all individuals, environmental conservation, and community-owned arts. Today, Community Shares partners with member nonprofits to build capacity, generate revenue through workplace giving and provide professional development. Community Shares catalyzes community participation, education, volunteerism, and philanthropy across the state by creating relationships with member nonprofit organizations. To date, Community Shares has distributed over $48 million to Colorado nonprofits. In addition, the organization provides members with professional development, increased visibility, and grant opportunities. Recently, Community Shares was selected to administer the Nonprofit Infrastructure Grant Program in partnership with Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA). Through this work, Community Shares will provide grants to small nonprofits with budgets between $150,000 and $2 million who have been disproportionately impacted by COOVID in Dolores, El Paso, La Plata, Mesa, Montezuma, San Juan, Teller, and Weld Counties. “Community Shares’ commitment, passion and determination to creating a more equitable society is commendable. Their innovative programs and initiatives have contributed significantly to fostering social justice, diversity, and inclusion.” - Amy Farnan, Director of Development of the National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect
Molson Coors Beverage Company OUTSTANDING LARGE BUSINESS
Molson Coors is celebrating 150 years as a pillar of the Golden, Colorado community. In celebration of this anniversary, Molson Coors has committed to investing $150,000 within the city throughout 2023. These donations primarily support historic community organizations such as the Golden Visitors Center, which serves not only as a gateway to the town but as a gathering place for residents. Inclusion is a pillar of Molson Coors’ community engagement and philanthropy as evidenced by Project Justice. As part of this program, Molson Coors offers completion grants to address the unmet financial need that remains a significant barrier to degree completion for many low-income students and students of color. This is a particular challenge for students in their final year of college when savings may be exhausted, and traditional need-based financial aid is insufficient. Beginning in 2022, Molson Coors invested $500,000 in completion grants to 22 institutions across its U.S. corporate hometowns. In Denver, these grants benefited the Denver Scholarship Foundation and Emily Griffith Technical College. “Molson Coors believes in community because it’s the right thing to do.” - Justin Davis, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce and Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation
Urban Ventures, LLC OUTSTANDING SMALL BUSINESS
Urban Ventures is a Denver-based real estate company that prioritizes a community-centered approach rooted in the context of social, environmental, and economic viability. The company’s projects focus on healthy places, resilient communities, affordable housing and adaptive reuse. Urban Ventures work includes redevelopment of a 17.5-acre former convent property in northwest Denver into a model mixed-income and multigenerational neighborhood called Aria. In partnership with Perry Rose, LLC, Urban Ventures donated a 9,000 square foot building and land on the Aria campus to Warren Village. The $1.6 million real estate donation houses the organization’s First Step program – a transitional housing program for teen moms and their children working toward their high school diploma. “Urban Ventures’ projects reflect a deep commitment to building environmentally and socially responsible communities that positively impact our city.” - Maria Simon, Architect with Shears Adkins Rockmore
Carol and George Solich OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPISTS
Carol and George Solich founded The Solich Fund and have invested millions in education and healthcare, focusing their generosity and influence to benefit kids and young adults, as well as to advancing research that benefits all of humanity. In 2022, The Solich Fund pledged a historic $15 million investment in Children’s Hospital Colorado to address the youth mental health crisis. The Soliches also started the Solich Scholars program which grants merit-based and hybrid merit-and-need-based scholarships to incoming students at CU Boulder’s Leeds School of Business. On top of that, they created the Solich Caddie and Leadership Academy which creates opportunities for young people to develop leadership skills and enhance character through a foundation built around caddying. “I have known the Soliches for almost 25 years and have seen firsthand their positive impact on the Denver community. Carol and George bring so much more than money to the table; they bring passion and a ‘must succeed’ attitude to all the causes they have chosen to support.” - Scott Reiman, Hexagon Investments Chairman & CEO and longtime Children’s Hospital Colorado supporter
Colorado Elks Association OUTSTANDING SERVICE ORGANIZATION
Colorado Elks Association supports youth, veterans and communities, creating lasting impact in the communities in which they serve. In 1950, the Elks adopted Laradon, a school for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. A year later, the Elks purchased an abandoned Globeville-neighborhood school and gifted it to Laradon as its permanent home. To this day, the Elks continue to support Laradon. Since 1950, they have given a total of $5 million, furnished a new youth center in 2019, provided funding to furnish a transitional home for kids and teens in 2023, and volunteered to staff many Laradon events. “The Elks have consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence and innovation in their approach to helping more than 500 kids and adults at Laradon.” - Brian O’Neil, Senior VP Private Wealth at US Bank
The Elks also support organizations like the Colorado Elks Association Youth Camp for kids who would not otherwise go to camp. Through the Clem Audin Fund, they provide kids 19 and under up to $250 for clothing, school supplies, registration fees, etc., and up to $350 per year for medical needs. Their members also volunteer at the VA hospital and work to eradicate homelessness among veterans.
Jennifer Lackey
OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL FUNDRAISER Jennifer has more than 25 years of development experience, including leadership positions at Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation, Dumb Friends League and Project Angel Heart. In her current role as Chief Development Officer for Food Bank of the Rockies, Jennifer grew the organization’s annual revenue by 277% in just three years. She was also key to revolutionizing the organization’s systems and infrastructure, building donor and volunteer relationships, and growing internal teams in Denver, Grand Junction and Wyoming. Jennifer’s bold leadership and performance grew Food Bank of the Rockies to achieving one of the highest sustained revenues – 91% higher – than the average of the nation’s 25 largest food banks since pre-COVID. As a result, she was recognized by Feeding America as a national fundraising leader in the food banking sector. “From my first meeting of Jennifer, I knew we were fortunate to have her in the Feeding America Network. Jennifer’s leadership has not only had impact on Food Bank of the Rockies, but she has also positively impacted the entire network of food banks through the open and collaborative culture she has built.” - Amy Beros, Vice President Strategic Capacity Development, Feeding America
Paula Edwards OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER
A longtime resident of Northern Colorado, Paula has made a career out of volunteerism with a unique focus on community building and inspiring the philanthropy of others. Her 40-year tenure as a community volunteer has included serving on boards, guiding committees and leading campaigns for organizations such as the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado, Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, Give Next NoCo, Museum of Art Fort Collins, and WomenGive Larimer County. Paula is known for committing deeply to commitments where she can make a difference, as a giving, strategic, compassionate, and devoted professional. She understands community dynamics and is unafraid to ask others to join her in supporting what she cares about. “Paula’s deep knowledge of our community and insightful leadership are assets to every organization she serves. Paula’s collaborative nature makes her one of the most effective community servants I have had the pleasure to work with. She has an extraordinary ability to see gaps and identify community needs.” - Cheryl Zimlich, Executive Director of Bohemian Foundation
Bryce Hunter OUTSTANDING YOUTH
Bryce Hunter, a Junior at Cherry Creek Elevation High School, has a 4.0 GPA and is a student-athlete on the swim team. He credits his busy schedule as one of the ways that he manages ADHD, a diagnosis he’s struggled with since childhood. Bryce has initiated and led two impactful service projects. CyberLeaders, a program designed to teach coding to and mentor fourth graders at Holm Elementary School in Denver. As a Title I school, 70 percent of students are English Second Language Learners. Bryce developed the coding class to inspire these kids and has worked with 60+ students. As a result, these students have increased math scores and administrators report a drop in absences. Bryce also founded the Can Campaign. Through this initiative, he collects pop-top canned goods for those experiencing food insecurity. Bryce believes one person CAN make a difference in the community. Bryce partners with organizations like Christ in the City and Second Change and is currently working on an app to show locations where free canned food stations are located. “This fall Denver Public Schools will be requiring teachers to teach coding one hour a week. When Bryce heard this and saw the looks on our faces as faculty having to learn and do this, he immediately said, ‘Don’t worry. I can train you all. We got this!’ He then got very excited. ‘This is so great! Now our students will know even more and we can take them even further!’ His response encapsulates Bryce in a nutshell: enthusiastic, inspired, hopeful, invested.” - Meaghan Elliott, Holm Elementary School teacher advisor for Cyber Leaders
Womxn of East
OUTSTANDING YOUTH GROUP For the past six years, Womxn of East has engaged a diverse array of women and non-binary students in volunteering, social activism, community service and fundraising within East High School and the broader community. Through a variety of activities, including feminism-centered weekly meetings focused on education, uplifting the school community, partnerships with other school clubs, guest speakers, activism around women’s rights and gender equality, the group fosters a safe, collaborative environment for inquiry, selfdiscovery, and unity by appreciating diverse ideas and identities. Incorporating a thoughtful mix of fundraisers, drives, and volunteer initiatives, they aim to give back to their local and global community, focusing on uplifting women and girls. During the 2022-23 school year, Womxn of East collected 300 period products for Support the Girls and The Gathering Place. More recently, the group held a bake sale raising $200 for Dignity Grows. The group also volunteers for Girls on The Run, helping with race set up, cheering on participants, and clean up.
J. Robert Young LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
Growing up in Kansas, J. Robert Young embraced community service from a young age. Bob has donated more than $57 million to Colorado nonprofits representing arts and culture, civic and community, health and human services, and education and youth. The core principle of his personal and professional life is engagement with communities. Bob is the founder of Colorado’s Alpine Bank, which is celebrating 50 years in 2023. Bob served as Chairman of the State Banking Board from 1988 – 2007. He also founded and remains a member of the Colorado Independent Bankers Association and served as chairman and president of the Colorado Bankers Association and director of the American Bankers Association. He was inducted into the Colorado Business Hall of Fame in 2011. With his characteristic vision, he actively pursued and created the LatinoHispanic Scholarship in 1996 in partnership with Colorado Mountain College (CMC), which now has a department that grew out of the need to steward and care for the unique needs of first-generation students of higher learning. This proved to be transformational for more than 300 individuals over the past 27 years. The scholarship was renamed at the 25-year mark to the First-Generation Scholarship and is now available across Colorado. “His commitment to community investment, volunteerism, equity and inclusion have made Alpine the $6.4 billion organization that it is today. And his individual philanthropy, mentoring, and volunteerism have had an enduring and sustainable impact in rural Colorado and elsewhere in the state.” - William J. Hybl, Chairman of the El Pomar Foundation
PAST AWARD WINNERS Due to space constraints, we could not list all past winners. The full list of winners can be found on our website: afpcc.org.
Outstanding Foundation
Presented to a grantmaking (private, community, or corporate) foundation (giving to the broader community, across several funding areas, not just one organization) that has demonstrated outstanding commitment through strategic financial support and through encouragement and motivation of others to take leadership roles in philanthropy and community involvement.
2022 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Caring for Denver Foundation COVID-19 Arts & Culture Relief Fund Schlessman Family Foundation Xcel Energy Foundation YouthRoots The Anschutz Foundation Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Community First Foundation Latino Community Foundation of Colorado
2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002
Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation The Colorado Health Foundation Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado Daniels Fund The Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Energy Outreach Colorado Rose Community Foundation First Data Western Union Foundation Bohemian Foundation The Colorado Trust
Outstanding Professional Grantmaker
Presented to an individual grantmaking professional who works at a grantmaking organization (or one who has made a significant impact as a professional and is now retired or working as a consultant) and who has made a significant impact through outstanding commitment, dedication, and talent toward promoting and supporting philanthropy over a sustained period of time in the community. This individual has demonstrated commitment to advancing philanthropy through mentoring others in the profession and holding various volunteer leadership positions in the community.
2022 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016
Dace West LaDawn M. Sullivan Kristin Todd Ted Harms Letty Bass John H. “Jack” Alexander, Jr.
2015 2014 2013 2011 2010 2006
Susan Steele Sheila Bugdanowitz Tim Schultz Terri Konrad Linda Childears Russell Schuckman
2005 2004 2003 2002 2000 1999
John R. Moran, Jr. Stan Kamprath Robert Sweeney Joni E. Baird Elsa I. Holguín Jeff Pryor
Outstanding Small Business
Presented to a for-profit small business or government agency that has demonstrated outstanding long-term or sustained commitment to the community through financial support and the creation of a corporate philanthropic culture that encourages and motivates employees/others to take leadership roles in philanthropy and community involvement.
2022 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Horse & Dragon Brewing Company Barefoot PR Honey Stinger Security Central Group14 Engineering, PBC Bluepoint Bakery Left Hand Brewing Company Bachus & Schanker, LLC Snooze, an A.M. Eatery Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors, Inc.
2011 2010 2009 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001
OtterBox KB Home – Mountains Division Delta Dental of Colorado 2008 Vesta Dipping Grill InsureMe Denver Curves Co-op Multi-Link Odell Brewing Company JohnstonWells Public Relations The Rangely Office of Chevron/Texaco Production Kundinger, McCutcheon, Corder & Engle, P.C.
Outstanding Large Business
Presented to a large for-profit business or government agency that has demonstrated outstanding long-term or sustained commitment to the community through financial support and the creation of a corporate philanthropic culture that encourages and motivates employees/others to take leadership roles in philanthropy and community involvement.
2022 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Weifield Group Contracting HealthONE Empower Retirement Noble Energy IMA Financial Group, Inc. CoBiz Financial Breckenridge Grand Vacations Ball Corporation FirstBank Holding Company SM Energy
2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002
Anadarko Petroleum Corporation Comcast Qwest Communications Colorado Springs Utilities Alpine Banks of Colorado Hogan & Hartson, LLP Xcel Energy Denver Newspaper Agency/ Post-News Community Kroenke Sports Enterprises Agilent Technologies
PAST AWARD WINNERS Inspiration Award
Presented to an individual, team, business, or nonprofit organization that has focused efforts on racial justice and advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, and access efforts (IDEA). This commitment and work are evident in an environment where all are valued, innovative, and empowered. This individual, corporation, organization, or group acts as an inspiration to others to increase community involvement, support, or philanthropy.
2022 Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado 2021 Anythink Libraries
Outstanding Service Organization
Presented to a volunteer social club/community service group (with no paid staff) that has demonstrated outstanding commitment through financial support and the encouragement and motivation of others to take leadership roles in philanthropy and community involvement. This category does not include nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charity organizations providing direct services.
2021 2019 2018 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011
Colorado Chapter, Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCS) Foundation, Inc. The Denver Chapter, The Links, Inc. Impact100 Metro Denver Xi Pi Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Loaves and Fishes Hugo Improvement Partnership HomeAid Colorado Optimist Club of Monaco South Zonta Club of Denver
2010 2009 2008 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002
Fruita Thrift Shop Italians of America, North Denver Chapter Rotary Club of Denver Assistance League of Denver Kiwanis Clubs of Alameda West, Arvada, Jefferson, Columbine, Lakeside and Lakewood The Rotary Club of Southeast Denver Lions Club of Denver The Scottish Rite Foundation of Colorado
Outstanding Philanthropist
Presented to an individual or couple who has a record of exceptional personal generosity that demonstrates outstanding diverse civic or charitable responsibility and whose impactful leadership has encouraged others in philanthropic roles.
2022 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
Carrie and John Morgridge Kristin and Jim Bender Lola and Rob Salazar Laura Barton Brad Busse Marcy and Bruce Benson Judi and Joe Wagner
2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008
Conrad Nelson Joan Brennan Barbara Grogan LaFawn Biddle Janet Mordecai Tammy and Noel Cunningham Gail and Dave Liniger
2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002
Katherine Loo Jared Polis Anabel C. and Jerome P. McHugh Linda Shoemaker Bea Taplin Merle Catherine Chambers
Outstanding Volunteer
Presented to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in volunteer service leading to significant outcomes and impact for the community. This individual should have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in recruiting, motivating, and coordinating groups of volunteers, devoted great time and effort to the advancement of volunteerism, or shown deep commitment of voluntary action to address community needs.
2022 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
Heather Dearman Cindy McMullin Kenzo Kawanabe Bob Bell Kevin MacCary Nadyne Leedom Andrea Philleo
2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008
Arden (Denny) Gray Valerie Escatel Julie Gomez-Nuanes Susan Lane Gaku Homma Pres Askew Jim Garcia
2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001
John McConnell Sue Foerster Jerry Middel Larry Wolk, M.D. Robert F. Hill Ed George Steve Austin
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
Presented to an individual who has made a significant impact through exceptional leadership skills in coordinating, recruiting, and motivating others to make financial contributions, demonstrated his/her own financial support, and shown a commitment to the advancement of philanthropy.
2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013
Gary Yourtz Greg Poschman Katie Lindquist Caleb F. Gates, Jr. Mary Sissel Jamie Angelich Dorothy Brandt
2012 2011 2010 2009 2008
Arthur & Julie Seiden (posthumously) William H. Winn Kristin Richardson Patty Cook and Sarah Schnabel Bob Charles
2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001
Shirley Bradsby Jackie Kingsbury Kelvin B. Kent Charlie Forster Arlene Hirschfeld Robert L. Cohen Max Martinez
PAST AWARD WINNERS Outstanding Professional Fundraiser
Presented to an individual fundraising professional who works for a 501(c)(3) public charity (or one who has made a significant impact as a professional or is now retired or working as a consultant) and who has made a significant impact through successful fundraising, outstanding commitment, dedication, and talent in promoting and supporting philanthropy over a sustained period of time in the community. This individual has demonstrated a commitment to advancing philanthropy through mentoring others in the profession and holding volunteer leadership positions in the community.
2022 2021 2019 2018 2017
Sarah Harrison Jacquie Hall Lisa Schlarbaum Bonnie Downing Mary Feller
2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Elycia Cook Jennifer Darling Jan Weimer Griff Freyschlag Carolyn Schaefer Wollard
2011 2009 2008 2007 2001
Bob Cooper Alexandra Yajko Donna Hultin Jackie Norris Dianna L. Kunz
Outstanding Youth
Presented to an individual youth volunteer (18 and under) who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to the promotion of philanthropy and volunteerism through his/her work in the community. This commitment and impact is demonstrated specifically through activities by the individual in Colorado. The individual acts as a role model for other youth in the community and generates interest in volunteerism in other groups. The winner will receive a $3,000 award for education expenses.
2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016
Skye O’Toole Aimee Resnick Melanie Zhou Mia Garcia Amaya Garcia-White Buffalo Eric Bear Sarah Greichen
2015 Christina Bear 2014 Allison Winn 2013 Marko Babiak 2012 Briana Johnson 2011 Gage Crispe 2010 Nicole Saucedo 2009 Jenna County
2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002
Isaac Solano Danielle Graham Janean Jubic Joey Ruffini Nicholas Owens Alyssa Motz Tim Brungardt
Outstanding Youth Group
Presented to a youth group (majority of members 18 and under at time of nomination) that has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the promotion of philanthropy and volunteerism through their work in the community. This commitment and impact is demonstrated specifically through activities in Colorado. The group acts as a role model for others in the community and generates interest in volunteerism. Preference given to youth directed groups (for example, student councils). The group will receive a $3,000 award to assist in the continuation of its community work.
2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010
Montrose High School Interact Club Grandview High School Student Equity Smoky Hill High School Student Government Vilas Livestock 4-H Club Mountain Vista High School Student Leadership B.I.O.N.I.C. Team at Pomona High School Vilas Citizenship and Leadership Council Parker Kids’ Club Rock Canyon High School Student Council The Brighton Youth Commission The Lafayette Youth Advisory Committee Lowry Elementary Eagle Ambassadors
2009 Arapahoe High School Student Council 2008 North High School Ethics Club 2007 B.I.O.N.I.C (Believe It Or Not I Care) at Green Mountain High School 2006 City of Boulder Youth Opportunities 2005 Logan School for Creative Learning 2004 Washington Elementary Project L.E.A.D. Service Learning 2003 Peter Westcott’s 5th & 6th Grade Classes of Aspen Middle School 2002 Lewis-Palmer High School Serteen Club 2001 Collbran Job Corps Center Students
Lifetime Achievement
Presented to an individual (not an organization) who has demonstrated significant and lasting philanthropic accomplishments in Colorado for at least 10 years. The accomplishments must cross multiple issue areas, such as arts and human services. The individual must embody the characteristics inherent in two or more of the award categories below. This is the highest honor presented at National Philanthropy Day.
2022 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016
Shari F. Shink, Esq. A. Barry Hirschfeld Gail and Dave Liniger David E. Henninger Daniel L. Ritchie Sue Anschutz-Rodgers
2015 2014 2013 2011 2007
Doris Kester Charles D. Latuda Sally Rippey Marilyn Van Derbur Atler Steve Graham
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Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Arlene and Barry Hirschfeld
Bronze Sponsors
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