Foundation Stories
- Fellowship
Growing up, whenever I heard “summer camp” I immediately thought of campfire songs, capture the flag, and cabin living. However, after spending a whole summer working…

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- Internship
If there is one thing this world needs, it’s more chairs. Metaphorically, of course. I’m not referring to the kind of black leather rolling chairs that…
- Regional Partnerships
Expanding Focus from Youth Mental Health to Youth Development, Southwest Regional Council Staff Reflect on the Process Over the past six years, the Southwest Regional Council…
- Regional Partnerships
Over the past few years, the San Juan Regional Council has focused its grant making efforts on youth mental health. While focusing on this issue, council…
- History
We have long been inspired by and have honored the legacy of Julie Penrose as El Pomar Foundation’s visionary and benevolent co-founder. Now, we are in…
- Regional Partnerships
Halfway Through a Five-Year Commitment to Middle School Youth, High Country Regional Council Staff Reflect on the Value of Multi-Year Grant Making Over the last several…
- Historical Properties
As the Curator of Historic Properties and Archives since 2018, Sarah has overseen the Penrose Heritage Museum’s 80th Anniversary and co-designed with assistant curator Samantha Knoll a brand-new…
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