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A Community Coloring Book Celebrates Cortez’s Heritage March 2025

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 Event Supplies and Rental Support Help Monte Vista Launch an Annual Aging Conference

Local Champion:: SLV Area Colorado State University Extension
Date funded:: March 20, 2025
Grant Amount:: $5,000

Solution A Lending Closet Creates a Resource Hub for the Cortez LGBTQ+ Community

Local Champion:: Out and About
Date funded:: March 19, 2025
Grant Amount:: $9,750

Solution A New Therapy Room Expands Mental Health Services for Cortez Students

Local Champion:: Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
Date funded:: March 19, 2025
Grant Amount:: $16,670

Solution Medical Equipment Enhances Emergency Care in Monte Vista

Local Champion:: Monte Vista Community Ambulance Service
Date funded:: March 18, 2025
Grant Amount:: $26,222

Solution Internet Connection Powers Monte Vista’s Veterans Museum

Local Champion:: Homelake Historic Preservation and Restoration Foundation
Date funded:: March 17, 2025
Grant Amount:: $1,127

Solution A Community Animal Response Team Enhances Cortez Emergency Preparedness

Local Champion:: Montezuma County
Date funded:: March 17, 2025
Grant Amount:: $5,000

Solution Volleyball Clinics Break Down Barriers for Monte Vista Youth

Local Champion:: City of Monte Vista
Date funded:: March 17, 2025
Grant Amount:: $16,224

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 Gardening Classes Cultivate Food Security in Cortez

Local Champion:: Montezuma County Extension Office
Date funded:: March 13, 2025
Grant Amount:: $2,030

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