Engagement

Solutions and stories covering how locals voice their opinions, exchange information, and contribute to the community’s future.

Solution Adding Picnic Tables Turns Libby’s Mineral Park Into a Community Gathering Spot

Local Champion:: Achievements, Inc
Date funded:: September 5, 2023
Grant Amount:: $7,288

Solution Taos Launches a Co-op and Cafe Run By Teens and FOR Teens

Local Champion:: St. James Episcopal Church
Date funded:: August 31, 2023
Grant Amount:: $30,000

Solution New Equipment Brings Better Live News Coverage to Questa

Local Champion:: Questa Economic Development Fund
Date funded:: August 28, 2023
Grant Amount:: $3,850

Solution A New Griddle Helps A Historic Cookhouse Keep Serving Community Celebrations

Local Champion:: Heritage Museum
Date funded:: August 23, 2023
Grant Amount:: $2,985

Solution Lander’s Family Resource Center Connects Parents to the Schools

Local Champion:: Fremont County School District #1
Date funded:: August 18, 2023
Grant Amount:: $11,301

Solution Locals Show Taos Teachers and Staff How Much They’re Loved

Local Champion:: Taos Supports Educators
Date funded:: August 11, 2023
Grant Amount:: $4,700

Solution Monte Vista Police Host a Series of Community Events to Build Trust

Local Champion:: City of Monte Vista
Date funded:: August 10, 2023
Grant Amount:: $5,700

Solution The Lander Pipe Band Plays On With New Instruments and Instruction

Local Champion:: Lander Pipe Band
Date funded:: August 4, 2023
Grant Amount:: $9,900

Story Small Town Cafe Years in the Making Opens with Community Support August 2023

By Ilana Newman, The Daily Yonder

Solution Lander Nonprofits Gain an Accessible, Free Meeting Space

Local Champion:: Wyoming Outdoor Council
Date funded:: August 2, 2023
Grant Amount:: $29,995

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