Tag: nonprofits
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AROUND TOWN: A Woodstock revisted night raises a record $860,000 for the Humane Society animals
It was a night for tie dye and bell bottoms, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jefferson Airplane and The Who on the DoubleTree sound system, VW buses in the parking lot and cuddly pups to pet. Fur Ball No. 29 on May 9 was cooler than cool for 450+ animal lovers, a Peace, Love and Paws…
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Sorting with SOAR | Teller Gives Back
Spring in Teller County is when SOAR begins to sort things out for the rest of the year. First, SOAR is a number of nonprofits who gather every two months for a 75-minute training. The group has met consistently since October 2018 and the meetings act as a support group for nonprofit leaders. The number…
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AROUND TOWN: Catholic Charities’ 25th annual St. Patrick’s Gala draws 325 sparkling in green
For 58 years Catholic Charities of Central Colorado has answered the call for help from people in need in a 10-county diocese area. The 25-year St. Patrick’s Gala is its traditional night of Irish green, shamrocks, Celtic music and dancing, corned beef and purple cabbage to raise funds – and toasts – for that work…
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‘Get On Board’ connects nonprofits with residents interested in board service
With around 4,800 nonprofits, according to data aggregator Cause IQ, Colorado Springs is known for being generous and giving. But by their nature, nonprofit organizations are continually searching for more volunteers and financial assistance. Board members can be particularly hard to find, said Stella Hodgkins, senior vice president and elevating leadership development program officer at…
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Empty Stocking Fund raises record-high amount for nonprofits in Pikes Peak region
The Empty Stocking Fund raised a record high $1.74 million for 20 local health and human service agencies in El Paso and Teller counties this campaign season. For 42 years, the philanthropic fundraiser has raised money through donations to support nonprofits in the Pikes Peak region. The campaign has raised more than $28 million throughout…
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Nikolaus honored with Service to Mankind Award
Larry Nikolaus was presented with the distinguished Service to Mankind Award, honoring over 20 years of volunteer service, mentorship, and leadership within the Colorado Springs community. The award is presented annually by the Gleneagle Sertoma Club to an individual who is not a club member, whose community service impacts many toward the betterment of all.…
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SOAR Above the Clouds | Teller Gives Back
How are you soaring these days? SOAR is the acronym for developing relationships. It focuses on the way you SHARE your message and OFFER opportunities for people to be involved in what you do. It is also the way you ACCEPT a person’s participation in your mission and then, how you RESPECT them afterwards. SOAR…
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The Resource Exchange connects agencies with clients
The Resource Exchange serves nearly 13,000 infants, children, teenagers, adults and seniors across El Paso, Teller and Park counties by advocating for independence and inclusion. By partnering with more than 200 community organizations, to which they refer their families, The Resource Exchange has been able to dramatically increase opportunities for those it serves who have…
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After losing parents, college student finds healing with help from karate, service dog
Emma Dwyer takes her emotions to karate — all of them, anger, hurt, sadness, happiness and excitement. “To me, it’s my safe space,” she said. She started karate when she was three after losing both her parents in a murder-suicide. The Department of Human Services recommended starting an extracurricular activity after the tragedy. “A lot…
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Colorado Springs veterans dedicate Honor Bell
The first tolls from a bell that will honor the lives and sacrifices of veterans from the Pikes Peak region rang across a wind-swept ceremony Monday afternoon. “Each toll we heard was more than sound. It was love made audible. It was courage remembered. It was a nation whispering thank you,” said Karen Kantor, executive…