NPD in Colorado 2022 Event Program

2022 in Colorado

November 10, 2022 Seawell Ballroom

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PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

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Sarah Grazier, Event Chair Lindy Eichenbaum Lent, Rose Community Foundation

Kyle Clark, 9News Adeeb Khan, Delta Dental of Colorado Hanna Skandera, Daniels Fund

Sarah Grazier

2022 HONOREES Outstanding Foundation Caring for Denver Foundation

Outstanding Small Business Horse & Dragon Brewing Company

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraisers Dawn and Andy Marshall

Outstanding Professional Grantmaker Dace West

Outstanding Philanthropists Carrie and John Morgridge

Outstanding Youth Skye O’Toole

Inspiration Award Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado

Outstanding Volunteer Heather Dearman

Outstanding Youth Group Montrose High School Interact Club

Outstanding Large Business Weifield Group Contracting

Outstanding Professional Fundraiser Sarah Harrison

Lifetime Achievement Shari F. Shink, Esq.

2022 STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS DeAnn Acosta, CFRE, AFP Colorado Chapter Lily Benedict Zoe Clemmons, Barefoot PR Robyn Goldy, Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Sarah Grazier, CFRE, WellPower Su Hawk, Colorado Society of Association Executives Sheila Kutzer, Intermountain Healthcare Genevieve Laca, The Denver Foundation

Corrina Madrid, CFRE, Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado and Wyoming Jane Marsh, University of Colorado Boulder Katie Peshek, Rose Community Foundation Gerry Rasel, Colorado Nonprofit Association Alexandra Secord, Empower Jerry Sinning, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Sarah Swanson, Friends of the National Center Christine Tesmer, Colorado Public Radio

2022 AWARD & SELECTION JUDGES Jack Alexander, Community Volunteer Andrea Aragon, Robert Hoag Rawlings Foundation Anthony Aragon, National Western Authority Christine Benero, Mile High United Way Elycia Cook, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado Lauren Czajka, YouthRoots Emily Davis, Emily Davis Consulting Dave Dixon, Bike Fort Collins Bonnie Downing, Community Volunteer Carleigh Elkus, Colorado Children’s Campaign Mary Feller, Craig Hospital Foundation Jack Finlaw, University of Colorado Foundation Bonnie Gross, Xcel Energy Jacquie Hall, Craig Hospital Foundation Bee Harris, Urban Spectrum Sarah Hogan, Barefoot PR Eric Hozempa, Longmont Community Foundation

Kelly Jackson, Aims Community College Foundation Charlie Kercheval, Alpine Bank Sarah Kurz, Rose Community Foundation Stacie Ledden, Anythink Libraries Melanie Lewis Dickerson, Junior League of Denver Katie Lindquist, Community Volunteer Paul Lhevine, Colorado Nonprofit Association Laura Love, GroundFloor Media Kevin MacCary, Community Volunteer David Miller, Barton Institute for Community Action Maria Montoya, Kundinger, Corder & Montoya Koral O'Brien, Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response Gloria Price, Schlessman Family Foundation Aimee Resnick, Student/Community Volunteer Reggie Rivers, The Gala Team

Simone Ross, Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce Carolyn Schaefer Wollard, Community Volunteer Roger Sheffield, Mind Springs Foundation Susan Steele, Buell Foundation Gary Steuer, Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Amy Stewart, Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation Robin Tolan, RT Solutions Tracy Ulmer, Denver Post Community Ghazal Vaghedi, Community First Foundation Stewart Vanderwilt, Colorado Public Radio Faye Washington, Community Volunteer Monica Williams, The Equity Project Vickie Wilson, VMWilson Consulting Ellen Winiarczyk, University College | University of Denver

Caring for Denver Foundation OUTSTANDING FOUNDATION

Caring for Denver Foundation was designed to address mental health and substance misuse needs in the city of Denver. In the three years since its inception, Caring for Denver has awarded 282 grants totaling $70 million to 183 organizations that are committed to healing and recovery in Denver.

The Foundation was established when taxpayers voted to create a sales tax of .25% in 2019. Funding priority areas were identified through a public process of gathering community input (including engagement with 1,600 individuals) and analyzing data. The resulting four priority areas are Alternatives to Jail, Care Provision, Community-Centered Solutions, and Youth.

Since then, Caring for Denver has garnered national attention for Denver’s STAR program, which sends a health professional and EMT to non-emergency 911 calls. But they have also funded mental health and

recovery supports in so many other areas at a time of critical community need, from schools to homeless shelters and transitional houses, to restaurants, to community organizations.

Caring for Denver has improved mental health and recovery in the City and County of Denver. For the grant participants reporting to date, 70% demonstrated or reported reduced substance misuse; 83% reported imported or maintained mental health, and 86% did not re-enter the criminal justice system.

Nathan Pai Schmitt, executive director of The HadaNou Collective said, “Their commitment to gathering and leveraging insight from a hugely diverse group of stakeholders is truly exemplary, as is their personal approach to supporting all of the organizations and individuals they work with.”

Dace West

OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL GRANTMAKER

Dace West is chief impact officer at The Denver Foundation. In her role, she serves as senior leadership and oversees the Impact Group, which brings together all the Foundation’s philanthropic activities, from work with donors to nonprofit grantmaking. She also oversees the Foundation’s policy and advocacy work, evaluation and learning, and other community leadership efforts.

Dace’s professional background ranges from executive-level positions in the nonprofit and public sectors to community organizing around social issues across the Denver Metro area. She has served on multiple boards and committees at both the local and national levels throughout her career. A core theme in all her work has been pulling together diverse partners across a variety of issues to work toward common, comprehensive goals and create real change for communities.

Through her work with The Denver Foundation, she has provided leadership in their restructuring and strategic planning process while also making sure that communities of color and other marginalized communities have a voice in the process. She has also been vocal about supporting the nonprofits that The Denver Foundation serves with general operating support and streamlined reporting requirements. She understands firsthand that nonprofits need dependable support and as little paperwork as possible while still ensuring accountability.

Katherine Pease, managing director at Pathstone, said, “The field has undoubtedly benefitted enormously from her unequivocal commitment to excellence and her commitment to ensuring that all Coloradoans benefit from the important work of the philanthropic community.”

Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado INSPIRATION AWARD

The Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado (ULFC) is one of Colorado's most recognized and accomplished leadership organizations within the Denver metro area. The organization’s mission is “to continuously improve the professional and social trajectory of minority leaders through effective leadership training.”

Concerned with the drastic underrepresentation of Black leaders in professional, service, and civic environments, the ULFC was created in 2007 by former Denver mayor Wellington Webb, former senator Angela Williams and business owner Richard Lewis to develop and support a network for leaders of color. A primary goal is to improve the representation of minorities by diversifying corporate and nonprofit boards, commissions, and other decision-making bodies, and to inspire social change through community service.

Over the last fifteen years, ULFC has improved the social and professional trajectory of nearly 500

individuals. The alumni of this program are elected officials, teachers, artists, entrepreneurs, executives, mothers, and fathers– people from all walks of life using the tools received from ULFC to create tangible change in their respective fields.

Jennifer Dunn, senior vice president of FirstBank said, “The economic ecosystem they’ve also implemented has been central to fostering a solid network of organizations and institutions, benefitting the wellbeing of communities of color.”

As a part of the organization’s commitment to community service, ULFC fellows complete two highimpact community service projects each year that focus on the needs of the community. Since 2007, ULFC has completed over 40 community-facing projects. Thanksgiving in July, a community barbecue for people without homes, is one of ULFC’s most special projects.

Weifield Group Contracting OUTSTANDING LARGE BUSINESS

Weifield Group Contracting is a national leader in cutting-edge electrical construction with a culture of philanthropy throughout the company. Their support also demonstrates not just a one-time check, but a hands-on, whole-hearted approach, which includes financial support, serving on nonprofit boards, and completing valuable in-kind electrical work for small nonprofits.

Weifield Foundation has donated $1.5 million to the Colorado community over the past five years to more than 100 nonprofits, and their employees have volunteered thousands of hours each year. The nonprofits they work with serve thousands of people across all genders, ages, marginalized populations, and socio-economic statuses.

Additionally, the firm hires numerous at-risk youth and unemployed adults from multiple Denver area therapeutic and rehabilitation programs into their electrical apprenticeship program, covering the cost of the four-year educational program and training necessary to become a licensed journeyman.

Lisa Steven, founder and executive director of Hope House, said “Partners like Weifield Group play a pivotal role in the work we do to empower teen moms. We are thankful for their support and commitment to transforming the lives of others in the community!”

Horse & Dragon Brewing Company OUTSTANDING SMALL BUSINESS

Horse & Dragon Brewing Company (H&D) was founded in 2014 by Carol and Tim Cochran to create and support strong communities through craft beer.

The four principles guiding their company are 1) make great beer; 2) treat everyone ethically; 3) reduce their negative impact on the environment where possible, and 4) being proactive members of their communities.

Over the past eight years, H&D has lived up to each of those tenants. They have contributed to more than 200 organizations through volunteering, dollars, and in-kind donations, regularly making beers whose proceeds are donated to local or national charities such as the Sexual Assault Victim Advocacy Center, Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity, Coalition for the Poudre River Watershed, Colorado Strong, Safehouse Denver, and many, many more.

H&D also uses its tasting room and social media platforms to raise awareness of a variety of great

things happening in the community.

They regularly host events for local legislators and community organizers as well as meetings for nonprofits whose work covers everything from giving a platform to women in the sciences, to housing animals in need, to working to end food insecurity in the community.

In recognition of their sustainable business practices, H&D received the Coalition for the Poudre River Watershed 2022 Dick Jefferies Partner for the Poudre award; a 2021 Larimer County Environmental Stewardship Award; and was a 2018 B Lab Best for Colorado honoree.

Ann R. Hutchison, president and CEO of the Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce said, “They are dependable, thoughtful, intelligent, and dedicated.

They effortlessly share their time, leadership, and vision with those around them.”

Carrie and John Morgridge OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPISTS

John and Carrie Morgridge serve as the president and vice president of The Morgridge Family Foundation (MFF). They founded MFF in 2008 with an entrepreneurial approach to philanthropy and a hands-on style of leadership.

Carrie and John recognize that the size of a gift is secondary to a person’s investment in a cause. In her book, Every Gift Matters, Carrie speaks about how to maximize every gift—and not just gifts of money. Readers are inspired to engage with causes they care about whether their gifts of time or resources are large or small. Any gift and any person can make a difference when they bring their passion to the work.

Carrie is a frequent speaker on philanthropy and has been featured in numerous publications and venues, including TedX, the Chronicle of Philanthropy, and The New York Times.

Becky Takeda-Tinker, Ph.D. said, “Carrie and John’s humble perspectives on their role sets a powerful example to remind us of all that it is a collaborative, united, and community effort to effect constructive change, in which all can contribute.”

Carrie and John exemplify this type of giving. With their ambitious philanthropy, they aspire to create a world where all people, regardless of where they are born, can reach the greatest heights.

Heather Dearman OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER

Heather Dearman is a civil service specialist for the city of Aurora, serves as a chairperson at both the 7/20 Memorial Foundation and the Spirit of Aurora, and is a founding member of The Colorado Resilient Life Center (CORLC) and the Survivors of Tragedy Outreach Program (STOP).

Heather’s cousin Ashley was paralyzed on July 20, 2012, at the Aurora Theater Shooting. Ashley’s unborn child and 6-year-old daughter Veronica were also killed. Heather was inspired to join the 7/20 Memorial Foundation in 2015 after experiencing the love and compassion the community displayed at her youngest daughter’s lemonade stand fundraiser for the theater shooting memorial. For the following three years, she helped lead fundraising efforts for the permanent memorial, and in July of 2018, the permanent memorial "Ascentiate" was installed.

Heather and her board are now focused on providing support across the nation to communities who have experienced similar tragedies through the Paper Crane Peace Project. The project sends handmade paper crane wreaths to other communities affected by tragedy. Heather has been a keynote speaker and panelist on several survivor panels, and the 7/20 Memorial Foundation has grown into a resource for advice and guidance in the aftermath of other mass tragedies. She has continued to advocate for survivors’ long-term needs, alongside others in the STOP coalition.

Michael Coffman, mayor of the city of Aurora, Colorado said, “Heather’s ongoing commitment will result in days of remembrance to those lost, reflection by those who have survived, and a community filled with hope and support. Her impact in the City of Aurora truly represents the heart and soul of our city.”

Sarah Harrison

OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL FUNDRAISER

Sarah’s fundraising career spans 38 years, including leadership positions at Morris Animal Foundation, The Colorado School of Mines, and Craig Hospital. In 2002, Sarah joined the staff at The Denver Foundation where she assisted individuals and families with their philanthropic goals and charitable planning activities.

Sarah created two highly impactful programs that stand out. In 2008, during the recession, Sarah created the Critical Needs Fund to provide a rapid response mechanism to funnel the generosity of donors directly to the most emergent community needs. The fund was used to address hunger, channeling millions of dollars to meet both immediate and systemic needs, and has remained a staple of the Foundation’s rapid response giving.

When the world changed once again in 2020, the fund enabled The Denver Foundation and its donors

to quickly direct millions of dollars to frontline nonprofits working to support our community.

Sarah also created the Community Legacy Society to encourage and honor estate and legacy gifts to The Denver Foundation, a vehicle for engagement as well as giving. Members are invited to learn about issues of importance to the community and to connect with other donors. After 20 years, Sarah recently retired from The Denver Foundation.

David Miller, executive director for the Barton Institute for Community Action said, “Sarah is deeply committed to the fundraising profession. She has mentored countless young development professionals and helped develop and grow the field.

She is a great teacher and coach. Most of all, she leads by setting an example of dedication to donor and community interests.”

Dawn and Andy Marshall OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISERS

Dawn and Andy Marshall’s leadership and direct impact on Social Venture Partners Denver (SVP Denver) has enabled the organization to support more than 250 nonprofits and help nonprofits and social mission organizations raise over $25 million to date. Andy has served on the SVP Denver Board for several years, including as board chair, and helped to organize the Social Impact Investor Group (SIIG).

Dawn has become SVP Denver’s “go-to” volunteer for social mission organizations that need support with their financial systems. Her expertise has impacted organizations such as PlatteForum, Village Exchange Center, Sistahbiz, Clothes to Kids Denver, Hands of the Carpenter, WINGS Foundation, Denver Indian Family Resource Center, and more.

Andy and Dawn were pivotal to the formation of The Left Behind Workers Fund (LBWF), a key safety net

that emerged during the pandemic.

As a result of the work that he did on the LBWF, Andy then leveraged his technical and business acumen to launch AidKit with his co-founders to enable emerging direct cash and guaranteed income programs across the country at scale.

During the pandemic, Village Exchange Center (VEC) was tasked with serving as an enhanced food distribution center. Under Dawn's leadership as a fractional CEO, VEC expanded from 50 families served to more than 700. Dawn also managed the necessary funding streams to support this response.

Katrina Van Gasse said, “Andy and Dawn’s impact is far-reaching beyond words. I cannot think of 2 more deserving people to receive this award, they have put their hearts and souls into helping the Colorado community.”

Skye O’Toole OUTSTANDING YOUTH

Skye O’Toole’s achievements as an activist, artist, and altruist are unmatched. Skye’s greatest desire is that the needs of every Coloradoan are met, and her achievements are a testament to her commitment to this goal.

Utilizing her own unique lived experience as a transgender youth, Skye educates others with an understanding, loving compassion capable of bringing even the most unaccepting individuals to a state of tolerance.

Through individual discussion in the community alongside efforts to revise homophobic systems, Skye makes tangible community change.

As a student intern for the Denver Public Schools Comprehensive Health Department, Skye has reviewed and edited the sexual health curriculum that every student in the district is taught to promote public health for every youth, not just those who are cisgender and straight.

In the same vein, Skye is a leader for sexual health in her role with the Colorado Youth Advisory Council (COYAC). In her time with COYAC, Skye has sprung to action, working with a peer to draft legislation that would mandate universal HIV education, create a board of youth at the Colorado Department of Health and Environment dedicated to creating awareness of PrEP and PEP (therapies that can help prevent new HIV infections), and expanding access to confidential HIV testing and prevention medication for youth across Colorado.

Sarah E. Moss, MPA, director of the COYAC said, “We are lucky to have Skye as part of the COYAC community, crafting policy ideas to present to the legislature, and to make life better for youth in Colorado.”

Montrose High School Interact Club OUTSTANDING YOUTH GROUP

The Montrose High School (MHS) Black Canyon Interact Club brings young people together to develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Service Above Self. The club’s goals are to connect with leaders in the community and around the world to 1) make a difference in their school and community; 2) discover new cultures and promote international understanding; 3) become leaders in their school and community, and 4) have fun and make new friends from around the world. The MHS Interact Club is the high school version of a Rotary club.

One of their first projects was working with the five local elementary schools and an early childhood school in Montrose that had the desire to add some outdoor learning spaces to their campuses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Through fundraising and

matching grants from other organizations, the Interact Club was able to make that happen, raising $30,000 to purchase and install shade structures at all six of the schools.

In addition, the MHS Interact Club successfully planned a mud run called the Montrose Mudder that had over 200 participants and raised over $10,000 during its first year. The funds from the mud run were donated to the Montrose High School Special Needs Students’ greenhouse project and to Court Appointed Special Advocates.

Bill Bell, the city manager of Montrose, Colorado said, “I am so proud of our Montrose High School Rotary Interact students and I hope you find their efforts to be as impressive as I do.”

Shari F. Shink, Esq. LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

Shari F. Shink, Esq. is the founder and president emeritus of the Rocky Mountain Children’s Law Center of Colorado (RMCLC) where she spent almost three decades as executive director. During this time, she represented thousands of abused and neglected children, developed innovative programs, and raised millions of dollars to pursue the goals of the organization.

When she founded RMCLC, thousands of children were in dire need but had no voice. She has provided that voice. Her leadership at RMCLC has led to litigation efforts that have resulted in some of the most important Colorado legal precedents protecting children. She has spearheaded numerous programs to combat child abuse and neglect. In addition, she has trained hundreds of lawyers and law students to advocate on behalf of children.

Judge Richard Gabriel writes, “It is not an overstatement to say Shari's singular contributions in the field of child advocacy reverberate throughout Colorado and nationally, and I can think of no single person who has made a more significant or enduring impact on behalf of dependent and neglected children in this state."

In 2020, Shari founded Cobbled Streets to provide individualized experiences and enriching opportunities that help foster kids to develop relationships, learn new skills, and experience joy. In addition, Shari Shink and Cobbled Streets are producing a documentary on the Foster Care System which will be used to spark systemic reform nationwide. The film is due to be released in late 2023 or early 2024.

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.

2020 Honorees are also available on our website: afpcc.org

Outstanding Professional Grantmaker Presented to an individual grantmaking professional who works for a grantmaking organization and 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.

2021 2019 2018 2017 2016

LaDawn M. Sullivan Kristin Todd Ted Harms Letty Bass John H. “Jack” Alexander, Jr.

2015 2014 2013 2011 2010

Susan Steele Sheila Bugdanowitz Tim Schultz Terri Konrad Linda Childears

2006 2005 2004 2003 2002

Russell Schuckman John R. Moran, Jr. Stan Kamprath Robert Sweeney Joni E. Baird

Outstanding Foundation Presented to a grantmaking foundation that has demonstrated outstanding commitment through strategic financial support and through encouragement and motivation of others to take leadership roles and make an impact in philanthropy and community involvement.

2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011

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 Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation

2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

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 Pueblo Hispanic Education Foundation

Outstanding Small Business Presented to a small business 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 and make an impact in philanthropy and community involvement.

2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011

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. OtterBox

2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

KB Home – Mountains Division Delta Dental of Colorado 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 business 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 and make an impact in philanthropy and community involvement.

2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011

HealthONE Empower Retirement Noble Energy IMA Financial Group, Inc. CoBiz Financial Breckenridge Grand Vacations Ball Corporation FirstBank Holding Company SM Energy Anadarko Petroleum Corporation

2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

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 Dependable Cleaners

PAST AWARD WINNERS Inspiration Award Presented to an individual, team, business, or nonprofit organization that has focused efforts on timely issues our state is facing.

This includes, but is not limited to, racial justice, 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.

2021

Anythink Libraries

Outstanding Service Organization Presented to a volunteer social club/community service group (typically with no paid staff) that has demonstrated outstanding commitment and impact 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) 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

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 2004 The Rotary Club of Southeast Denver 2003 Lions Club of Denver 2002 The Scottish Rite Foundation of Colorad

Outstanding Philanthropist

Presented to an individual who has a record of exceptional personal generosity that demonstrates outstanding civic or charitable responsibility and whose impactful leadership has encouraged others in philanthropic roles.

2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014

Kristin and Jim Bender Lola and Rob Salazar Laura Barton Brad Busse Marcy and Bruce Benson Judi and Joe Wagner Conrad Nelson

2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007

Joan Brennan Barbara Grogan LaFawn Biddle Janet Mordecai Tammy and Noel Cunningham Gail and Dave Liniger Katherine Loo

2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

Jared Polis Anabel C. and Jerome P. McHugh Linda Shoemaker Bea Taplin Merle Catherine Chambers Daniel L. Ritchie; Florence Winograd

Outstanding Volunteer Presented to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in volunteer service leading to significant outcomes and impact for the community. This individual must 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.

2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014

Cindy McMullin Kenzo Kawanabe Bob Bell Kevin MacCary Nadyne Leedom Andrea Philleo Arden (Denny) Gray

2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007

Valerie Escatel Julie Gomez-Nuanes Susan Lane Gaku Homma Pres Askew Jim Garcia John McConnell

2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000

Sue Foerster Jerry Middel Larry Wolk, M.D. Robert F. Hill Ed George Steve Austin Kenneth M. Portuese

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

Arthur & Julie Seiden (posthumously) 2011 William H. Winn 2010 Kristin Richardson 2009 Patty Cook and Sarah Schnabel 2008 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 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 by fundraising. This individual has demonstrated commitment to advancing philanthropy through mentoring others in the profession and holding volunteer leadership positions in the community.

2021 2019 2018 2017 2016

Jacquie Hall Lisa Schlarbaum Bonnie Downing Mary Feller Elycia Cook

2015 2014 2013 2012 2011

Jennifer Darling Jan Weimer Griff Freyschlag Carolyn Schaefer Wollard Bob Cooper

2009 2008 2007 2001

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 over a period of time. 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.

2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

Aimee Resnick Melanie Zhou Mia Garcia Amaya Garcia-White Buffalo Eric Bear Sarah Greichen Christina Bear

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008

Allison Winn Marko Babiak Briana Johnson Gage Crispe Nicole Saucedo Jenna County Isaac Solano

2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

Danielle Graham Janean Jubic Joey Ruffini Nicholas Owens Alyssa Motz Tim Brungardt Emily Masar

Outstanding Youth Group Presented to a youth group (18 and under and not a program of a nonprofit organization providing direct services) 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 over a period of time. The group acts as a role model for others in the community and generates interest in volunteerism in other groups or individuals. The group will receive a $3,000 award to assist in the continuation of its community work.

2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009

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 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 2000 Student Community Involvement Team (SCIT)

Lifetime Achievement Presented to an individual who has demonstrated significant, lasting, and impactful philanthropic accomplishments in Colorado for at least 10-20 years. Those 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. This is the highest honor presented at National Philanthropy Day.

2021 2019 2018 2017 2016

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

CONTRIBUTORS Presenting Sponsor

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Barry and Arlene Hirschfeld

Bronze Sponsors

Carolyn and Dave Wollard

The Elkus Family

Community Sponsors

In-Kind Sponsors The Denver Post Community Neato Pictures