Tag: nonprofit
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‘Worst situation we’ve ever seen’: Peyton-based nonprofit rescues 165 dogs, starts road to recovery
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save National Mill Dog Rescue, an animal-welfare nonprofit based in Peyton, recently rescued more than 160 neglected dogs from hazardous, unsanitary living conditions that shook even the most seasoned veterinary professionals. “In our 18 years of…
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Brews and birds: Nonprofit animal rescue opens coffee shop in Colorado Springs
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save A new coffee shop in the Springs is serving up blends and brews with one mission: to benefit birds. Sanctuary Coffee, which opened in March, supports Colorado Springs’ only avian and aquatic sanctuary, Fins and Feathers. The rescue cares for and adopts out owner-surrendered pet…
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‘Worst situation we’ve ever seen’: Peyton-based nonprofit rescues 165 dogs, starts road to recovery
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save National Mill Dog Rescue, an animal-welfare nonprofit based in Peyton, recently rescued more than 160 neglected dogs from hazardous, unsanitary living conditions that shook even the most seasoned veterinary professionals. “In our 18 years of rescuing over 24,000 dogs, this was the worst situation we’ve…
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Sachs Foundation awards Black scholars nearly $2 million amid national anti-DEI efforts
The Sachs Foundation, a Colorado Springs-based organization dedicated to helping Black Coloradans further their education, has awarded nearly $2 million in scholarships and financial aid to its 94th class of scholars, officials announced. On Sunday, the nonprofit hosted the 53 newest Sachs scholars, as well as family members and Sachs alumni, during a celebration at…
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Wounded veterans ride through Colorado Springs as part of national program
About 40 wounded veterans from multiple western U.S. states gathered in Colorado Springs on Thursday for a two-day bicycling event aimed toward improving their physical and mental well-being. Soldier Ride, an adaptive cycling program spearheaded by the Wounded Warrior Project, is a national multi-day event designed to support post-9/11 veterans as they heal from physical…
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Colorado Springs-based nonprofit trains military spouses for portable careers
Two Colorado Springs-based military spouses recently joined a national cohort receiving free advanced training as professional photographers in exchange for donating their time to help transitioning service members prepare for the civilian job market. Portraits for Patriots, a nonprofit that provides free portfolio-quality portraits for separating service members, spouses and Gold Star families, recently launched…
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New PopUp Choir in Colorado Springs offers all skill levels chance to sing
We all hunger after life’s magical moments. For Katy Crumpton, a longtime voice teacher and choir director, those moments often come through singing. And now she wants to help provide them for others through PopUp Choir, one-night events where strangers come together and sing a pre-selected piece of music. It’s inspired by Gaia Music Collective…
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New PopUp Choir in Colorado Springs offers all skill levels chance to sing
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save We all hunger after life’s magical moments. For Katy Crumpton, a longtime voice teacher and choir director, those moments often come through singing. And now she wants to help provide them for others through PopUp Choir, one-night events where strangers come together and sing a…
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Colorado Springs’ Festival of Lights celebrates 40 years of holiday tradition
Colorado Springs may have lacked the snow and temperatures often associated with the winter holidays, but its holiday cheer was as strong as ever during the annual Festival of Lights Parade Saturday night. Garland wrapped lampposts and people could be spotted donning Santa hats and other festive attire in the warm, sunny weather as Christmas…
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Colorado Springs preschoolers donate hundreds of canned goods, clothing to local nonprofit
Dozens of Colorado Springs preschoolers got into the holiday giving spirit on Thursday by donating hundreds of canned goods to a local nonprofit as part of an annual nationwide campaign. Three local Primrose preschools participated in the Caring and Giving Food Drive, a national community service effort aimed at helping underserved communities. Primprose preschoolers and…