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Addressing Barriers and Pursuing Equity in the Outdoors

In honor of National Hiking Day on November 17th, we highlight the August event hosted by Pikes Peak Heritage Series: Equity and Inclusion in the Outdoors Panel Discussion.

by El Pomar Foundation, the Nov. 19, 2021, 7:58 a.m.

Spencer Penrose's Foundations of Sport in Colorado Springs

El Pomar Intern Abby Steen writes about Spencer Penrose's love of sport and his early dedication to laying the groundwork that would eventually see Colorado Springs become Olympic City, USA.

by El Pomar Foundation, the Aug. 12, 2021, 8:30 a.m.

Reflecting on a Year Like No Other

2nd Year Fellow Will Keyse reflects on the process of creating an annual report to summarize the rollercoaster year of 2020 and highlight the resiliency of the El Pomar Foundation team and their nonprofit partners.

by El Pomar Foundation, the June 9, 2021, 1:47 p.m.

El Pomar Foundation Joins Other Funders and Partners to Support Largest Park Renovation in City History

Last Saturday, representatives from El Pomar Foundation, the City of Colorado Springs, RISE Coalition and others broke ground on the renovation of Panorama Park in Southeast Colorado Springs. The park project will bring a thriving cultural center to the area with an event space, universal playground, sports facilities and public art on display.

by El Pomar Foundation, the May 13, 2021, 10:57 a.m.

Hannah Grace's Farewell to the Fellowship

Hannah Grace Bauman, a member of the Fellowship Class of 2019, reflects on the skills she gained through the Fellowship including effective facilitation and data-driven approaches to community development. Hannah Grace also details her post-Fellowship plans as a government consultant with Deloitte in Washington, D.C.

by El Pomar Foundation, the April 2, 2021, 1:39 p.m.

The First Lady of Golf

The Colorado Golf Association highlights the many accomplishments of El Pomar Trustee and Colorado Springs resident Judy Bell, including her role as first female president of the United States Golf Association.

by El Pomar Foundation, the March 31, 2021, 9:18 a.m.

Forging a Future in Philanthropy

Zuleika Johnson, the Vice President of Opportunity and Outreach at El Pomar Foundation, shares her professional experience in the nonprofit world that connected her to the Emerging Leaders Development program and her current role.

by El Pomar Foundation, the March 24, 2021, 8:29 p.m.

El Pomar Welcomes Southwest Airlines to the Pikes Peak Region

El Pomar Foundation celebrates the arrival of Southwest Airlines to the Colorado Springs Airport after years of public-private partnership through the Aeronautical Enhancement Fund housed at Pikes Peak Community Foundation. Southwest's arrival brings more than five new flight routes to Pikes Peak community members in addition to economic momentum for the region.

by El Pomar Foundation, the March 22, 2021, 10:57 a.m.

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