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Colorado

Solutions and stories in the Centennial State.

Solution Windscreens Extend the Playing Season at Cortez Pickleball Courts

Local Champion:: Cortez Pickleball Club
Date funded:: June 17, 2025
Grant Amount:: $4,781

Solution Bleachers Provide Seating for Monte Vista Community Events

Local Champion:: Sargent School District No. RE-33J
Date funded:: June 10, 2025
Grant Amount:: $20,546

Solution Theater Equipment Helps Launch a New Cortez Arts Center

Local Champion:: A Cortez local
Date funded:: June 5, 2025
Grant Amount:: $25,202

Story

An Anthology and Writers Group Elevate Cortez Authors June 2025

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

Solution Computers Streamline Hospice Care for Monte Vista Residents

Local Champion:: Hospice Del Valle, Inc.
Date funded:: May 29, 2025
Grant Amount:: $10,000

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

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