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An Anthology and Writers Group Elevate Cortez Authors

The Four Corners region is home to many talented writers. A new book and nonprofit are giving them a platform.

Solution A Repair Program Recycles Outdoor Gear and Trains Cortez Youth
Local Champion:
Full Circle Expeditions Inc.
Date funded:
May 29, 2025
Grant Amount:
$28,000
Solution An Emergency Support Program Boosts Attendance for Monte Vista Elementary Students
Local Champion:
Monte Vista School District No. C-8
Date funded:
May 22, 2025
Grant Amount:
$10,000
Solution Gas Detection Equipment Improves Emergency Response in Monte Vista
Local Champion:
Monte Vista Fire Protection District
Date funded:
May 20, 2025
Grant Amount:
$7,300
Solution A Van Expands Access to Community Meal Programs in Cortez
Local Champion:
Evangel Assembly of God
Date funded:
May 19, 2025
Grant Amount:
$29,000
Solution A Community Room Brings Monte Vista Neighbors Together
Local Champion:
San Luis Valley Housing Coalition
Date funded:
May 16, 2025
Grant Amount:
$25,571
Solution A Mower Preserves the Cortez Cemetery’s Sacred Space
Local Champion:
Cortez Cemetery District
Date funded:
May 13, 2025
Grant Amount:
$7,000
Solution Monte Vista Football Equipment Enhances Player Safety
Local Champion:
Sargent School District RE-33J
Date funded:
May 8, 2025
Grant Amount:
$9,535
Solution Summer Theater Camp Expands the Performing Arts for Cortez Youth
Local Champion:
A Cortez local
Date funded:
May 5, 2025
Grant Amount:
$4,000
Solution Technology and Equipment Improve Food Distribution in Monte Vista
Local Champion:
Templo Sion Assembly of God
Date funded:
May 5, 2025
Grant Amount:
$3,240

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