Blog
The Global Economy Roller Coaster Ride
R. Thayer Tutt, Jr., Vice Chairman and Chief Investment Officer at El Pomar Foundation, describes the surprising and unprecedented ups and down of the U.S. and global economy since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
It's All in the Family
Tania Jordet, an Administrative Assistant at El Pomar, shares her experience starting a job at the Foundation and connecting with the local nonprofit community.
Empty Stocking Fund: 35 years of giving
Empty Stocking Fund sparks the giving spirit of the Pikes Peak Region to benefit local nonprofits serving neighbors in need.
Empowering Nonprofits
Dan Cardinali, president and CEO of Independent Sector, elaborates on how big bets can help redistribute wealth and rebalance the power dynamic between donors and nonprofits. Mr. Cardinali discusses El Pomar's Regional Partnership program and celebrates the power of listening to local communities.
Borderlands exhibit Valley day set
Two Regional Advisory Councils of El Pomar Foundation assisted in bringing the original Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo to Pueblo. Read more from the Valley Courier.
Changing the Game for Early Childhood Education
“Keep score,” her coach said as she walked out the door. Those directions were followed by an eye roll or two. “This is never going to work,” thought a natural teacher with over 15 years of experience, “but I’ll try… just to prove her wrong!”
An Interview with Katie Baldassar, Executive Director of Lake County Build a Generation
Katie Baldassar explains the growth and impact of Lake County Build a Generation and offers advice and encouragement to nonprofit leaders in young organizations.
Relationships Help One Girl Reach Gold: The Boys & Girls Club of Fremont County
Engaging students in school or with after school activities is sometimes difficult, but is also very important. Many students are left to find their own recreation and companionship both inside and outside of the classroom, and this is compounded by the pressure school work can create for a student. Out of these challenges, the central principle of the Boys & Girls Club’s mission was born: keep kids engaged.
Rebuilding Agency: The Inn Between of Longmont, Inc.
Affordable housing, case management, life skills, financial management, and parenting support all play a critical role in rebuilding a sense of hope and agency in people facing homelessness. Since 1993, “The Inn Between of Longmont” has brought homelessness to an end for many in the St. Vrain Valley community.
Partners of Delta, Montrose and Ouray– How to Spell "Impact"
Looking back on a Karl E. Eitel Grant Recipient and the impact their mentorship program has on kids throughout the San Juan region.