Cementing a Legacy: The Origins of El Pomar Foundation
El Pomar Foundation’s history of supporting Colorado began before the Foundation was formally established, as co-founders Spencer and Julie Penrose engaged in personal philanthropy in the…
Council Member Reflections: Bob Manning
Bob Manning, Founder and Managing Director, M2P Capital LLC Metro Regional Council member since 2012 During Bob Manning’s tenure as an El Pomar Trustee from 2011-2014,…
Council Member Reflections: Christine Scanlan
Christine Scanlan, President and CEO, Keystone Policy Center High Country Regional Council member since 2009 Christine Scanlan joined the High Country Regional Council in May 2009.…
Elevating Leadership Development: 2023 Merit Grants
In Fall of 2023, through its Elevating Leadership Development (ELD) program, El Pomar Foundation awarded grants to 20 organizations having a positive impact in communities of…
Forum on Fentanyl: A Community Discussion on the Fentanyl Epidemic in El Paso County
On November 14, El Pomar’s Forum for Civic Advancement held a Forum on Fentanyl at the Ent Center for the Arts. Forum for Civic Advancement brings…
Council Member Spotlights: Kathy Woods, Trae Miller, and Wendell Pryor
In October, Regional Fellows interviewed a Regional Council Member in each of our featured regions to learn more about their unique work in economic development: San…
Statewide Meeting 2023: Local Voices Guiding Positive Change
In 2004, just one year after El Pomar Foundation established Regional Partnerships, the program held its first gathering of council members from around the state. In…
Water 101 in the Pikes Peak Region and Colorado
Colorado Springs has seen tremendous growth in the last few years as the intersection of natural beauty and city life draws thousands of new residents. All…