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Solutions and stories in the Centennial State.

Story
Monte Vista’s Conour Animal Shelter Expands Its Impact with New Renovations

Monte Vista and Rio Grande County had more stray dogs than the Conour Animal Shelter could house. Enter local volunteers.
Story
A Community Coloring Book Celebrates Cortez’s Heritage

Despite a storied past, many residents lack a connection to Cortez's history and heritage. A community effort—and creative solution—has reconnected locals.

Solution A Community Animal Response Team Enhances Cortez Emergency Preparedness
Local Champion:
Montezuma County
Date funded:
March 17, 2025
Grant Amount:
$5,000
Solution Gardening Classes Cultivate Food Security in Cortez
Local Champion:
Montezuma County Extension Office
Date funded:
March 13, 2025
Grant Amount:
$2,030
Solution Educational Seminars and Garden Signs Help Cortez Residents Conserve Water
Local Champion:
Montezuma County Extension Office
Date funded:
March 13, 2025
Grant Amount:
$1,775
Solution A Van Increases Access to Mountain Biking for Cortez Youth
Local Champion:
High Desert DEVO
Date funded:
March 10, 2025
Grant Amount:
$30,000
Solution Shelving, Signs, and Cameras Support Monte Vista’s Community Thrift Shop
Local Champion:
La Puente Home, Inc.
Date funded:
March 6, 2025
Grant Amount:
$9,991
Field Work Story
How Western Sheep Producers Are Using Waste Wool to Save Water

Sheep ranches across the West are finding both financial and agricultural value in what was previously considered worthless wool.

Solution Summer Institutes Connect Cortez Students with Career Training
Local Champion:
Southwest Colorado Education Collaborative
Date funded:
February 27, 2025
Grant Amount:
$6,750
Solution Artificial Insemination Training Strengthens Skills for Cortez Women in Agriculture
Local Champion:
Agricultural Women of the Southwest
Date funded:
February 21, 2025
Grant Amount:
$2,035

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