Understanding Community Needs Across the North Region
In October 2025, the North Regional team conducted an in-region engagement across Boulder, Larimer, and Weld Counties. These engagements are designed to immerse regional councils in…
A Desert Wonderland
Driving through Southwest Colorado is a truly magical experience. The place where mountains meet desert feels especially striking, and during my three-day visit, I saw and…
Connection and Community: The Metro Regional Council
As a Fellow at El Pomar, I have had the opportunity to support the Metro Regional Council through El Pomar’s Regional Partnerships program. So far, it…
Impact is Tangible
One of my earliest experiences as a Fellow was traveling to the two regions I support. As a 1st Year Fellow, I was thrilled to visit…
Where Everyone Knows Everyone: The Strength of the Northeast Region
Growing up in Colorado, you think you’ve seen it all—from life on the Front Range to weekend trips in the mountains. But when I became a…
Uncovering the Magic of the San Luis Valley
I never realized how special the San Luis Valley was until I became a Fellow assigned to El Pomar’s Regional Council there. Growing up in Colorado,…
Stewarding History: Welcoming Richard’s Library
Penrose House is more than a conference center. It is a place where history lives and breathes through its architecture, landscapes, collections, and the stories of…
The Heart of Penrose House
For anyone who’s stepped through the doors of Penrose House, they know it doesn’t take long to encounter the warm, welcoming presence of Meg Shaver. As…
Child Welfare in Colorado: An Interview with Alicia Economos
The December 2025 edition of our Regional Partnerships newsletter explored child welfare in Colorado through an interview with leading expert on the matter Alicia Economos. Alicia…
Moderation is Key
“Moderation is key.” This might just be my dad’s favorite phrase. Growing up, I didn’t fully understand its importance. Why settle for a little of something…