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

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Amber Peckham-Jones: One Lander Leader Reflects on Rural Action

How can people in rural towns overcome barriers and transform their communities? We spoke with a local mom and volunteer in Lander, Wyoming, who—with LOR’s help—brought several impactful projects to life.

Solution Creativity Builds Student Confidence in Monte Vista
Local Champion:
Monte Vista School District NO. C-8
Date funded:
February 26, 2026
Grant Amount:
$3,995
Solution Camera Equipment Improves Visibility for Taos Businesses and Events
Local Champion:
Taos County Chamber of Commerce
Date funded:
February 25, 2026
Grant Amount:
$795
Solution Newspaper Feature Celebrates Influential Women in Questa
Local Champion:
Questa del Rio News
Date funded:
February 24, 2026
Grant Amount:
$2,037
Solution Radio Repeater Strengthens Emergency Communications in Monte Vista
Local Champion:
San Luis Valley Amateur Radio Association
Date funded:
February 18, 2026
Grant Amount:
$7,497
Solution PA System Elevates Community Events in Questa
Local Champion:
Questa Economic Development Fund
Date funded:
February 13, 2026
Grant Amount:
$1,550
Solution Community Building Program Connects Isolated Lander Caregivers Through Peer Support
Local Champion:
Anam Cara Caregiving
Date funded:
February 13, 2026
Grant Amount:
$12,466
Solution Community Focus Groups Guide Program Development in Questa
Local Champion:
A Questa Local
Date funded:
February 13, 2026
Grant Amount:
$4,000
Solution New Library Creates Gathering Space for Wyoming Life Resource Center Community
Local Champion:
Wyoming Life Resource Center
Date funded:
February 4, 2026
Grant Amount:
$9,274
Solution Lights Brighten Performances at Cortez’s Lamp Post Creative Learning Center
Local Champion:
Lamp Post Creative Learning Center
Date funded:
January 26, 2026
Grant Amount:
$7,099