The Extraordinary Gift of Ordinary
It was a usual Sunday morning at church when I decided to introduce myself to my pastor. Confidently shaking his hand, I said, “Hi! My name…
Conservation & Collaboration: Managing Water in the Pikes Peak Region
Water is a vital topic of discussion for the western United States, affecting all areas of our communities. In recent years, Colorado has foreseen challenges in…
Forum on Attainable Housing: A Moderated Discussion Regarding the Housing Crisis in the Pikes Peak Region
On June 21, 2024, El Pomar’s Forum for Civic Advancement held a moderated discussion at El Pomar’s Penrose House Garden Pavilion regarding attainable housing in Colorado…
Council Member Reflections: Larry Zaragoza
Larry Zaragoza, Town Manager, La Jara San Luis Valley Regional Council member since 2017 Larry Zaragoza joined the San Luis Valley Regional Council in March 2017.…
Council Member Reflections: The Honorable Dennis Maes
The Honorable Dennis Maes, Former Chief Judge, 10th Judicial District Southeast Regional Council member since 2007 The Honorable Dennis Maes joined the Southeast Regional Council in…
Council Member Reflections: Dee Williams
Dee Williams, Retired Swap Coordinator, UnBOCES San Juan Regional Council member since 2012 Dee Williams joined the San Juan Regional Council in October 2012. Dee originally…
More than Just a Game
Fellows and Fellow Alumni are familiar with “Weeklies,” brief business memos that are sent by every Fellow to El Pomar leadership each Friday recapping project milestones…
Resilience and Perseverance: The Story of Fellowship Alum Aaron Gutierrez
I first met Aaron Gutierrez at the 2024 Pueblo Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony hosted at Pueblo Community College. By attending community events that El Pomar…
Bidding Farewell to Joanie Shields, Senior Vice President and Fellowship Program Officer
In June 2024, Joanie Shields, Senior Vice President and Fellowship Program Officer, will depart from El Pomar Foundation after four years of service. During her tenure…
From Fellow to Fellowship Program Manager: Tessa Seaney Practices Leadership fueled by Authenticity, Inclusivity, and a Pursuit of Challenged Perspectives
Coming from the small town of Mead, Colorado, to the historic corridors of Penrose House, is none other than Tessa Seaney, Program Manager of El Pomar…