Engagement | LOR Foundation

Engagement

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

Solution Sober Concert Series Creates New Entertainment Option for Lander’s Recovery Community
Local Champion:
Lander local
Date funded:
April 16, 2025
Grant Amount:
$10,000
Story
Research Project Creates a State-Wide Map of Local News for Montana

By Ilana Newman, The Daily Yonder
Story
Monte Vista Community Art Classes Provide a Creative Space for All

With LOR's support, one Monte Vista local is on a mission to transform a former church into a hub for art and community.

Solution A Digital Sign Improves Cortez Family Engagement
Local Champion:
Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
Date funded:
March 27, 2025
Grant Amount:
$29,000
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 New Ceremony Gives Lander Homeschool Graduates Their Moment to Shine
Local Champion:
Project Carpe Diem
Date funded:
March 24, 2025
Grant Amount:
$2,995
Solution New Lander Radio Club Creates Community Resource for Emergency Preparedness
Local Champion:
Lander local
Date funded:
March 19, 2025
Grant Amount:
$21,635
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 Bounce Houses Add Active Play Options to Lander Community Events
Local Champion:
University of Wyoming Fremont County 4H Council
Date funded:
March 12, 2025
Grant Amount:
$9,747
Solution Volunteer Events Combat Hunger While Building Community Connections in Cortez
Local Champion:
Metro Volunteers dba Spark the Change Colorado
Date funded:
March 12, 2025
Grant Amount:
$7,640

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