2021 in Colorado
November 12, 2021 Seawell Ballroom
Presented by
WELCOME Sarah Grazier, Event Chair Lindy Eichenbaum Lent, Rose Community Foundation
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS Kyle Clark, 9News Adeeb Khan, Delta Dental of Colorado Hanna Skandera, Daniels Fund
CLOSING Sarah Grazier
2021 HONOREES Outstanding Professional Grantmaker LaDawn M. Sullivan
Inspiration Award Anythink Libraries
Outstanding Professional Fundraiser Jacquie Hall
Outstanding Foundation COVID-19 Arts & Culture Relief Fund
Outstanding Service Organization Colorado Chapter, Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCS) Foundation, Inc.
Outstanding Youth Aimee Resnick
Outstanding Small Business Barefoot PR
Outstanding Youth Group Grandview High School Student Equity
Outstanding Philanthropists Kristin and Jim Bender
Outstanding Large Business HealthONE
Lifetime Achievement A. Barry Hirschfeld
Outstanding Volunteer Cindy McMullin
2021 STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS DeAnn Acosta, CFRE, AFP Colorado Chapter Cory Andersen, CFRE, Snavely Associates Danielle Artis, World Wildlife Fund Serena Bruzgo, Craig Hospital Foundation Tara Friedman, Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation Sarah Grazier, CFRE, CO Department of Public Health & Environment Cindy Grubenhoff, In The Know, LLC Su Hawk, Colorado BlueOcean Sheila Kutzer, SCL Health
Genevieve Laca, The Denver Foundation Jane Marsh, University of Colorado Boulder Katie Peshek, Rose Community Foundation Gerry Rasel, Society of Economic Geologists Kathie Repola, CFRE, Lutheran Medical Center Foundation / SCL Health Alexandra Secord, Empower Retirement Jerry Sinning, Univ. of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Sarah Swanson, Swanson Fundraising
2021 AWARD & SELECTION JUDGES Jack Alexander, Community Volunteer Andrea Aragon, Robert Hoag Rawlings Foundation Erin Atwell, Community Shares of Colorado Christine Benero, Mile High United Way Krista Boscoe, Denver Jewish Day School Ned Calonge,The Colorado Trust Matthew Carpenter, El Pomar Foundation Steve Corder, Kundinger, Corder & Engle, P.C. Lauren Czajka,YouthRoots Joanne Davidson, Davidson Associates Emily Davis, Emily Davis Consulting Dave Dixon, Bike Fort Collins Kelly Donovan,Wells Fargo Bonnie Downing, Community Volunteer
Kelly Dunkin, Community First Foundation Maria Fabula, Community Resource Center Bee Harris, Urban Spectrum Stephanie Holder, Leaffer Law Jordan Jackson, Security Central Charlie Kercheval, Alpine Bank Katy Kotlarczyk, Univ of Colorado Boulder Sarah Kurz, Rose Community Foundation Julia Lazure, Junior League of Denver Katie Lindquist, Community Volunteer Scott Lumpkin, Scott R. Lumpkin & Associates Adrienne Mansanares, Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains David Miller, Barton Institute for Community Action
Kevin Mullin, Estes Park Medical Center Rachel Nance, Xcel Energy Koral O’Brien, Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response Ruth Rohs, IMA Foundation Angie Ruddell, Empower Retirement Ellen Sandberg, PNC Bank, N.A. Ana Soler, Gates Family Foundation Carrie Tynan, Adolph Coors Foundation Stewart Vanderwilt, Colorado Public Radio Brian Vogt, Denver Botanic Gardens Eileen Wasserbach, Community Volunteer Vickie Wilson,VMWilson Consulting Pat Wynne, Impact100 Metro Denver Alexandra Yajko,WINGS Consulting LLC Josh Zmroczek, Dumb Friends League
LaDawn M. Sullivan OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL GRANTMAKER
LaDawn Sullivan has racial justice and community leadership in her DNA.The eldest granddaughter of long-time Denver civil rights leader Ruth C. Denny, LaDawn has centered the love of giving back, racial justice and her community in her professional work and personal life. LaDawn has organized and supported social justice and racial equity through her various roles at The Denver Foundation for 25 years. Her work as a grantmaker, first as a Strengthening Neighborhoods Program Officer and later as the Director of Leadership & Equity, exemplified her keen ability to build trusted relationships and support organizations positively impacting their communities. Most recently, she founded and directs the Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund, granting over $1 million in funding to Blackled and Black-serving nonprofits.
LaDawn is the architect of Colorado’s “hub of giving circles of color,” a part of a growing national network of donors of color. She organically connects the efforts of grassroots leaders to the history and culture of BIPOC philanthropy through collective giving. She also leads an informal network of new philanthropic funds led by and serving communities of color, championing these efforts as a national panelist and peer mentor. LaDawn pursues her community activism by working on campaigns that promote literacy, efforts that encourage the preservation of African American history, culture and social justice in Colorado. “Clearly, LaDawn is not just a grantmaker; she’s a dream maker. Her indefatigable commitment to helping others is inspiring and has strengthened a philanthropic passion in the Black community in particular,” writes Gregory L. Moore of Delta Eta Boule, in LaDawn’s letter of support.
COVID-19 Arts & Culture Relief Fund OUTSTANDING FOUNDATION In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Bonfils-Stanton Foundation and The Denver Foundation partnered to create the COVID-19 Arts & Culture Relief Fund (the Fund), a bold and collaborative response that serves as a future path forward for other times of crisis. The Fund was created to support arts and culture organizations that were experiencing a dramatic, unexpected loss in revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic. More than $2 million was raised from over 75 individuals and 18 other foundations and government agencies to fund a sector that had been deeply impacted. According to Americans for the Arts, financial losses to nonprofit arts and culture organizations across the country are an estimated $17.5 billion through June 2021. In Colorado, the pandemic devastated the creative economy with a loss of $2.4 billion in revenue.
Understanding the key challenges in the arts and culture sector, The Fund created a diverse review committee and prioritized organizations that offer substantial public benefit and engagement with traditionally under-resourced communities.This intentionality resulted in awarding a significant percent of grants to BIPOC-led and BIPOC-serving organizations and LGBTQ communities. In three short months, the $2 million fund distributed a total of 93 grants to organizations throughout the Metro Denver and Boulder areas. The Fund provided a crucial lifeline, serving over 900,000 individuals who were able to enjoy beloved arts & culture experiences and activities. Like all great performances, the Fund expressed its gratitude to the many donors who made this possible and took its final bow after all the resources were put to work in the community.
Barefoot PR OUTSTANDING SMALL BUSINESS Barefoot PR was founded in 2010 by two PR veterans with a passion for community service. Cori Streetman and Sarah Hogan built Barefoot PR on the belief that reputations are built on heart and soul…and a true commitment to doing the right thing. This commitment is evidenced through many demonstrated actions such as providing pro bono services to an average of two non-profit clients annually, contributing through discounted services, donating 4% of annual revenue annually, providing unlimited time off for volunteer and board service to their employees, touring local non-profit organizations, investing in each employee’s selected non-profit, and providing an average of four free trainings on PR topics. In addition, every member of their eight-person staff serves on at least one nonprofit board or committee.
The Barefoot PR team and the Mile High United Way quickly launched rapid response funding in partnership with the Governor’s office to publicize 2-1-1 emergency resources. Project Angel Heart, American Red Cross Colorado-Wyoming, Tepeyac Community Health Center, the Delores Project, Mi Casa Resource Center, Girls Inc. of Metro Denver, and the Colorado Women’s Chamber are a few of the many organizations that benefit from the Barefoot PR commitment to spotlight and share voices in our community. Stephanie Miller, CEO of The Delores Project says, “[The Barefoot PR team] is a real testament that even a small organization can make a big impact when it comes to philanthropy and charitable giving.”
Together with their non-profit partners, they are telling impactful stories of transformation, hope, and resilience.
HealthONE OUTSTANDING LARGE BUSINESS
2020 presented immense challenges for the healthcare system, but HealthONE sustained their commitment to giving and volunteering. “In a year when many organizations reduced engagement, we were so impressed that the organization’s employees contributed 20% more volunteer hours over 2019, despite the increased demands of the pandemic. In addition, they maintained investments with long-standing partners and financially supported over 150 community organizations with cash and in-kind donations,” writes Kirsten Vermulen with B:CIVIC. This consistent commitment is a tremendous measure of the organization’s deep culture of philanthropy. In 2020, HealthONE invested $8.4 million in community health improvements, $2.8 million in community building, and $613,000 in cash and in-kind contributions. With over 150 community partners, HealthONE collaborates to support impacted lives and communities. Examples of incredible support include funding Mile High United Way’s 2-1-1 hotline, Colorado COVID-19 Relief Fund, and offering vaccine clinics in under-resourced neighborhoods.
In addition, HealthONE supported Food Bank of the Rockies’ monthly mobile food pantry, provided significant resources to the Mental Health Center of Denver’s STAR program, and serves as mentors and speakers for the Girl Scouts of Colorado. Through the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children Outreach Education Program, HealthONE takes pediatric training on the road where they provide education for healthcare providers and the community at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children. HealthONE inspires their employees to invest and volunteer in the community. For the first half of 2021, 28% of HealthONE employees have made charitable gifts to the community and applied for matching funds. Nearly 5,000 hours of volunteer time have been logged so far in 2021, showing support of 126 organizations this year. Employees earn “Dollars for Doers” with volunteer service and have earned over $19,000 that has been given to nonprofits in addition to their volunteer hours.
Anythink Libraries INSPIRATION AWARD
Anythink is a new style of library – a place of unlimited imagination, where play inspires creativity and lifelong learning. In March 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic forced the organization to temporarily close its doors, staff quickly reimagined how to inspire the residents of Adams County. Throughout 2020 and 2021, Anythink leadership and staff made more than 7,000 phone calls to aging adults in the community to offer resources and a friendly voice, operated two farmer’s markets that provided more than $55,000 of free produce to the community, served more than 73,000 people through YouTube and Facebook content aimed at inspiring the imagination, created an Anythink subscription box that delivers hand-selected books to children’s homes, and debuted a fleet of bicycles available free for three-week checkouts.
Anythink partners with other community organizations to bring art and culture to life, such as Oscar Decerra Mora as he created a monumental Alebrije sculpture at the library. Anythink also partners with The Equity Project, an organization designed to support organizations and communities in building Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategies. One example of Anythink’s commitment to inclusion is AnyAbility, the district’s program created for adults with disabilities. Nationally recognized, AnyAbility focuses on programs that include a wide variety of interactive activities. Their creative accomplishments during the pandemic and strategic partnerships represent the library’s philosophy of a people-first model where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Colorado Chapter, Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCS) Foundation, Inc. OUTSTANDING SERVICE ORGANIZATION
ARCS Foundation advances science and technology in the United States by providing financial awards to academically outstanding students aiming to complete degrees in science, engineering, and medical research. ARCS Colorado Chapter, one of 15 ARCS National Chapters, received its charter in 1976 and since that time has given over $5.2 million to outstanding science students in Colorado. What makes this so remarkable is that the effort is 100% volunteer-led and every dollar goes directly to students. This year, 20212022, the ARCS Colorado Chapter will award $299,000 to 46 scholars from six recipient campuses: University of Colorado - Boulder, Colorado State University, Colorado School of Mines, Anschutz Medical Campus, University of Colorado - Colorado Springs and University of Colorado Denver. An ARCS scholarship ($6,500) provides significant aid to scholars, and nearly 90% of them say the ARCS award
made a significant difference in their education. The women volunteers who lead ARCS ensure students’ success by spending time getting to know the scholars, providing encouragement and showing confidence in their abilities. In words of Amy Kusek, of the Colorado School of Mines, “receiving scholarship funding not only reduces students’ financial obligation, it also acknowledges their academic achievements and the strengths that they bring to the university community.” ARCS scholars continue making significant contributions to their fields after graduation. ARCS alumni strengthen both science and leadership in our country, going on to develop new technologies, earn patents, launch sciencerelated start-up companies, and inspire the next generation of future scientists.
Kristin and Jim Bender OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPISTS
Kristin and Jim Bender’s achievements range from the board rooms of top companies in the world, to raising millions of dollars in support of the community’s most pressing needs, to the magic of inspiring a young child to explore their creativity through music and reading. The couple is involved with Mile High United Way, El Sistema Colorado, RAFT, Central City Opera, and more. Kristin dedicates her wit, wisdom, and talent to supporting children and the arts. As a pianist, flutist, and guitarist, music has always been important to Kristin.Wendy Stuberg of El Sistema Colorado says, “It is clear that Kristin’s soul is energized by sharing the gift of music with children of all backgrounds, and they are both magnets for bringing on others to share in their enthusiasm.” Jim currently serves as of counsel in the Denver office at Hall Estill law firm and generously lends his business acumen
and connections to organizations that can really benefit from them. Jim has great follow through, and organizations know they can count on his wise counsel. He has been very involved in Mile High United Way, the Tulsa Area United Way, and KIPP schools. Together, Kristin and Jim are passionate about Mile High United Way’s United for Families initiative, an effort designed to completely transform the early childhood experience for children and families in our community’s least-resourced neighborhoods.The Benders made a generous campaign gift and helped secure additional donors and support for the campaign. “Kristin and Jim are so generous with their financial support, and I’ve never met anyone as genuine and engaging in helping us secure additional donors and support,” writes Katherine Nicholson from Central City Opera.
Cindy McMullin OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER
To some people, Cindy McMullin is a native Coloradoan who loves to hike, cycle and walk. To others Cindy is a singing enthusiast who is just waiting for her next opportunity to tackle a classical tune. To those who work at Denver Rescue Mission, Cindy is a Change Maker. She is a mentor and, she is changing lives. Cindy’s title of Change Maker has been seven years in the making. It all began when she retired from being an administrative assistant for a Colorado Supreme Court Justice and her daughter headed off to college. It was the perfect time for her to find meaningful work. In 2013, she began mentoring students at East Littleton Elementary School every Thursday during lunch. From math problems to biographical papers, Cindy began to slowly fall in love with the art of mentoring as she worked with these students.
This mentoring inspiration fueled her desire to find more ways to give back to her community. In 2014, she set out to find more mentoring opportunities and landed upon Denver Rescue Mission’s Mentorship for women in the STAR Transitional Program. As a lead mentor, Cindy also helps facilitate mentor roundtable meetings with other mentors. This forum that Cindy helps lead serves as an educational and supportive service where mentors can learn and grow from one and another. In the words of one of the women she mentored, “[Cindy] taught me three main lessons that I will carry for the rest of my life: listening, humility, and the power of relationship. I feel so lucky to have her by my side.”
Jacquie Hall OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL FUNDRAISER In the words of her nominator, Scott Hefner of EY, “Few fundraisers in Colorado are as connected, successful, and kind-hearted as Jacquie Hall.” Her 41-year fundraising career began with Mile High United Way. During this time, United Way raised $28 million during five fundraising campaigns. She then joined the University of Denver where in her 17-year tenure, she helped to raise more than $50 million, spearheading two successful capital campaigns. In addition, she led a successful campaign to match a $10 million challenge gift. In 1999, Jacquie returned to Mile High United Way, where she assisted with raising more than $80 million, transforming the organization from an agency that attracted small contributions through payroll deductions into one that attracts hundreds of gifts each year at the major gift level. This has been transformational for the services United Way provides to the community.
In 2012, Jacquie joined Craig Hospital Foundation where she works closely with friends of Craig, nurturing and stewarding their involvement to support the mission of Craig Hospital to support patients living with spinal cord and brain injuries. During her time at Craig, the Foundation successfully completed the Redefining ROI Campaign, which raised more than $73 million to support Craig’s capital expansion project, patient assistance funds, and innovative care programs. Jacquie uses her skills and passion to invest in others. She is a dedicated volunteer for the Institute of Leaders in Development (ILD), Up with People, Denver’s Bright Beginnings, Monica’s Helpers, Holy Family High School, and many others.
Aimee Resnick OUTSTANDING YOUTH Aimee Resnick is a senior at Cherry Creek High School, but when described by those who know and love her, she is called more than a ‘senior’ – she’s a leader, an advocate, tenacious, kind, and intentionally makes a way for others to have an impact. In 7th grade, inspired to help a close friend battling ovarian cancer, Aimee created a non-profit organization named ChemoComfort Baskets. She secured donations from Colorado-based companies such as Celestial Seasonings and taught herself how to write grants and market her baskets. She raised over $10,000 and gave 400 baskets to chemotherapy patients. Just a short year later, Aimee was selected to join the Centennial Youth Commission because of her successful academic record and volunteerism. In this capacity, she created fundraising and awareness campaigns for pet fostering, created a youth job fair, and spearheaded an effort for people to make blankets for hospital patients.
She also served as an active magistrate in the Youth Commission’s Teen Court program. In her second year on the commission, she expanded her influence by reshaping the Youth Commission into a body known around the state for its work on youth mental health issues. Over the summer, she joined the Colorado Youth Advisory Council and advocated for data driven solutions to youth mental health issues. At Cherry Creek High School, Aimee is the chapter founder and past president of her high school’s National English Honors Society, a group that develops literacy with service, president of the Interact Club, a service society connected to Rotary International, and president of No Place for Hate, an equity group derived from the Anti-Defamation League. Next year, Aimee will be beginning college for Public Policy, and she hopes to one day become a legislator herself.
Grandview High School Student Equity OUTSTANDING YOUTH GROUP
Following the murder of George Floyd in 2020, a small group of students at Grandview High School (GHS) in Aurora decided they wanted to do something to improve equity at their own school and created the GHS Student Equity Group.The group started with a small number of students and grew to 35 by the end of the school year. Their passion and knowledge inspired many teachers, parents, and fellow students to volunteer their time, input, and questions to learn more about the current state of equity at GHS.
and parents were able to listen while students shared their experiences and expressed their needs and desires for change. As an example of demonstrated change, the World Language Spanish faculty have started a conversation about whether the textbook that supports primarily Castilian Spanish is the right textbook to teach from at GHS. In addition, the parent group is seeking guidance from the Student Equity Group for how to best support their efforts to make additional impact with other parents and teachers.
In April, the group hosted a Racial Affinity Feedback Forum which was a three-part event. During the first meeting, students met in racial affinity groups (Black, Latinx, Asian, white, Indigenous, multiracial) to share their experiences and find similarities and differences. Students then met in these same groups for a second meeting where they discussed ideas and desires for change at GHS. The meeting ended with a large group discussion with all students.The final meeting was a “listen only” virtual event where teachers, administration
These outstanding teenagers dealt with many challenges posed by COVID-19 and persevered to find safe and effective ways to engage students and staff in conversations around racial, LGBTQIA+, gender, and disability issues.They knew that conversation is the first step towards changing the social dynamics of a system and felt it was important for other students and staff to hear personal stories so GHS could become a comfortable place for everyone.
A. Barry Hirschfeld LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Barry has strong family philanthropic roots and remembers starting at age nine he would accompany his grandfather, A.B. Hirschfeld, to every synagogue in Denver during Hanukkah and distribute freshly minted dimes and bags of candy to children. Barry has become the epitome of an effective and powerful servant leader. For 53 years he has led by example, inspiring many to donate their time, talents, and funds to help others. He makes an instant impression with his trademark bowtie, smile, and approachable demeanor. Barry has been a National Jewish Health donor his entire adult life, and an active and influential member of the board of directors since 1981. Barry had a substantial impact on making Denver a top destination to live and visit through many development projects including Denver International Airport, Colorado Convention Center, saving the historic Denver Dry Goods Company building, Mile High Stadium and bringing baseball to Denver. In fact, the Denver Tourism Hall of Fame notes that without the tourism and marketing dollars Barry helped secure for the city, “Denver would not be enjoying the vital, healthy economy that it does today.”
As a leader, Barry values each person’s role, treats them as an equal, always has a kind word to say, and often expresses his sincere appreciation for others with incredibly thoughtful hand-written notes. In 2020 alone, Barry made 231 contributions to local organizations. He has served on more than 40 boards of different organizations across the country, in addition to lending his support to untold others.And when he is on a board, he attends every meeting, even when he has been on the board for decades. Over the years, Barry has contributed financially and with countless volunteer hours to a dozen campaigns including for the University of Denver, Graland Country Day School, Denver Art Museum, Sie FilmCenter, Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, National Jewish Health and others. He was a founding board member of many community organizations, including the American Transplant Foundation, Cherry Creek Arts Festival, Clyfford Still Museum, and the Rocky Mountain Multiple Sclerosis Center, continuing his involvement and support of each. In the words of Christoph Heinrich, of the Denver Art Museum, “[Barry’s] legacy will be one of purpose, inclusion, and - with his special brand of elegance and charm – joyful philanthropy and participation.”
PAST AWARD WINNERS Due to space constraints, we could not list all past winners.The full list of winners can be found on our website: afpcc.org. 2020 Honorees are also available on our website: afpcc.org
Outstanding Professional Grantmaker Presented to an individual grantmaking professional who works for a grantmaking organization and has made a significant impact through outstanding commitment, dedication, and talent toward promoting and supporting philanthropy over a sustained period of time in the community.This individual has demonstrated commitment to advancing philanthropy through mentoring others in the profession and holding various volunteer leadership positions in the community. 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
Kristin Todd Ted Harms Letty Bass John H. “Jack” Alexander, Jr. Susan Steele
2014 2013 2011 2010 2006
Sheila Bugdanowitz Tim Schultz Terri Konrad Linda Childears Russell Schuckman
2005 2004 2003 2002 2000
John R. Moran, Jr. Stan Kamprath Robert Sweeney Joni E. Baird Elsa I. Holguin
Outstanding Foundation Presented to a grantmaking foundation that has demonstrated outstanding commitment through strategic financial support and through encouragement and motivation of others to take leadership roles and make an impact in philanthropy and community involvement. 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010
Schlessman Family Foundation Xcel Energy Foundation YouthRoots The Anschutz Foundation Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Community First Foundation Latino Community Foundation of Colorado Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation The Colorado Health Foundation
2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000
Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado Daniels Fund The Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Energy Outreach Colorado Rose Community Foundation First Data Western Union Foundation Bohemian Foundation The Colorado Trust Pueblo Hispanic Education Foundation The Denver Foundation
Outstanding Small Business Presented to a small business that has demonstrated outstanding long-term or sustained commitment to the community through financial support and the creation of a corporate philanthropic culture that encourages and motivates employees/others to take leadership roles and make an impact in philanthropy and community involvement. 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010
Honey Stinger Security Central Group14 Engineering, PBC Bluepoint Bakery Left Hand Brewing Company Bachus & Schanker, LLC Snooze, an A.M. Eatery Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors, Inc. OtterBox KB Home – Mountains Division
2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000
Delta Dental of Colorado Vesta Dipping Grill InsureMe Denver Curves Co-op Multi-Link Odell Brewing Company JohnstonWells Public Relations The Rangely Office of Chevron/Texaco Production Kundinger, McCutcheon, Corder & Engle, P.C. Fredrick Zink Elliott, P.C.
Outstanding Large Business Presented to a large business that has demonstrated outstanding long-term or sustained commitment to the community through financial support and the creation of a corporate philanthropic culture that encourages and motivates employees/others to take leadership roles and make an impact in philanthropy and community involvement. 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010
Empower Retirement Noble Energy IMA Financial Group, Inc. CoBiz Financial Breckenridge Grand Vacations Ball Corporation FirstBank Holding Company SM Energy Anadarko Petroleum Corporation Comcast
2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000
Qwest Communications Colorado Springs Utilities Alpine Banks of Colorado Hogan & Hartson, LLP Xcel Energy Denver Newspaper Agency/ Post-News Community Kroenke Sports Enterprises Agilent Technologies Dependable Cleaners Wild Oats Community Markets
PAST AWARD WINNERS Inspiration Award – New in 2021 Presented to an individual, team, up-and-coming leader, business, or nonprofit organization that has focused recent efforts on the timely issues our state is facing including but not limited to, racial justice, COVID-19 relief, and inclusion, diversity, equity, and access efforts (IDEA).This commitment and impact are demonstrated specifically through activities during 2020 and 2021.This individual, corporation, organization, or group acts as an inspiration to others to increase community involvement, support, or philanthropy.
Outstanding Service Organization Presented to a volunteer social club/community service group (typically with no paid staff) that has demonstrated outstanding commitment and impact through financial support and the encouragement and motivation of others to take leadership roles in philanthropy and community involvement.This category does not include nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing direct services. 2019 2018 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009
The Denver Chapter,The Links, Inc. Impact100 Metro Denver Xi Pi Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Loaves and Fishes Hugo Improvement Partnership HomeAid Colorado Optimist Club of Monaco South Zonta Club of Denver Fruita Thrift Shop Italians of America, North Denver Chapter
2008 Rotary Club of Denver 2006 Assistance League of Denver 2005 Kiwanis Clubs of Alameda West, Arvada, Jefferson, Columbine, Lakeside and Lakewood 2004 The Rotary Club of Southeast Denver 2003 Lions Club of Denver 2002 The Scottish Rite Foundation of Colorad 2001 Colorado Association of Realtors Housing Opportunity Foundation (CARHOF) 2000 Denver Active 20-30
Outstanding Philanthropist Presented to an individual who has a record of exceptional personal generosity that demonstrates outstanding civic or charitable responsibility and whose impactful leadership has encouraged others in philanthropic roles. 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013
Lola and Rob Salazar Laura Barton Brad Busse Marcy and Bruce Benson Judi and Joe Wagner Conrad Nelson Joan Brennan
2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006
Barbara Grogan LaFawn Biddle Janet Mordecai Tammy and Noel Cunningham Gail and Dave Liniger Katherine Loo Jared Polis
2005 2004 2003 2002 2001
Anabel C. and Jerome P. McHugh Linda Shoemaker Bea Taplin Merle Catherine Chambers Daniel L. Ritchie; Florence Winograd 2000 Morley C. Ballantine
Outstanding Volunteer Presented to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in volunteer service leading to significant outcomes and impact for the community.This individual must have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in recruiting, motivating, and coordinating groups of volunteers, devoted great time and effort to the advancement of volunteerism, or shown deep commitment of voluntary action to address community needs. 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013
Kenzo Kawanabe Bob Bell Kevin MacCary Nadyne Leedom Andrea Philleo Arden (Denny) Gray Valerie Escatel
2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006
Julie Gomez-Nuanes Susan Lane Gaku Homma Pres Askew Jim Garcia John McConnell Sue Foerster
2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000
Jerry Middel Larry Wolk, M.D. Robert F. Hill Ed George Steve Austin Kenneth M. Portuese
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser Presented to an individual who has made a significant impact through exceptional leadership skills in coordinating, recruiting, and motivating others to make financial contributions, demonstrated his/her own financial support, and shown a commitment to the advancement of philanthropy. 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Gary Yourtz Greg Poschman Katie Lindquist Caleb F. Gates, Jr. Mary Sissel Jamie Angelich Dorothy Brandt Arthur & Julie Seiden
(posthumously) 2011 William H.Winn 2010 Kristin Richardson 2009 Patty Cook and Sarah Schnabel 2008 Bob Charles 2007 Shirley Bradsby 2006 Jackie Kingsbury
2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000
Kelvin B. Kent Charlie Forster Arlene Hirschfeld Robert L. Cohen Max Martinez Dean Prina, M.D.
PAST AWARD WINNERS Outstanding Professional Fundraiser Presented to an individual fundraising professional who has made a significant impact through successful fundraising, outstanding commitment, dedication, and talent in promoting and supporting philanthropy over a sustained period of time in the community by fundraising.This individual has demonstrated commitment to advancing philanthropy through mentoring others in the profession and holding volunteer leadership positions in the community. 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
Lisa Schlarbaum Bonnie Downing Mary Feller Elycia Cook Jennifer Darling
2014 2013 2012 2011 2009
Jan Weimer Griff Freyschlag Carolyn Schaefer Wollard Bob Cooper Alexandra Yajko
2008 Donna Hultin 2007 Jackie Norris 2001 Dianna L. Kunz
Outstanding Youth Presented to an individual youth volunteer (18 and under) who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to the promotion of philanthropy and volunteerism through his/her work in the community.This commitment and impact is demonstrated specifically through activities over a period of time.The individual acts as a role model for other youth in the community and generates interest in volunteerism in other groups. The winner will receive a $3,000 award for education expenses. 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
Melanie Zhou Mia Garcia Amaya Garcia-White Buffalo Eric Bear Sarah Greichen Christina Bear Allison Winn
2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007
Marko Babiak Briana Johnson Gage Crispe Nicole Saucedo Jenna County Isaac Solano Danielle Graham
2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000
Janean Jubic Joey Ruffini Nicholas Owens Alyssa Motz Tim Brungardt Emily Masar Laura Ann Sprowls
Outstanding Youth Group Presented to a youth group (18 and under and not a program of a nonprofit organization providing direct services) that has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the promotion of philanthropy and volunteerism through their work in the community.This commitment and impact is demonstrated specifically through activities over a period of time.The group acts as a role model for others in the community and generates interest in volunteerism in other groups or individuals.The group will receive a $3,000 award to assist in the continuation of its community work. 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008
Smoky Hill High School Student Government Vilas Livestock 4-H Club Mountain Vista High School Student Leadership B.I.O.N.I.C.Team at Pomona High School Vilas Citizenship and Leadership Council Parker Kids’ Club Rock Canyon High School Student Council The Brighton Youth Commission The Lafayette Youth Advisory Committee Lowry Elementary Eagle Ambassadors Arapahoe High School Student Council North High School Ethics Club
2007 B.I.O.N.I.C (Believe It Or Not I Care) at Green Mountain High School 2006 City of Boulder Youth Opportunities 2005 Logan School for Creative Learning 2004 Washington Elementary Project L.E.A.D. Service Learning 2003 Peter Westcott’s 5th & 6th Grade Classes of Aspen Middle School 2002 Lewis-Palmer High School Serteen Club 2001 Collbran Job Corps Center Students 2000 Student Community Involvement Team (SCIT)
Lifetime Achievement Presented to an individual who has demonstrated significant, lasting, and impactful philanthropic accomplishments in Colorado for at least 10-20 years. Those accomplishments must cross multiple issue areas, such as arts and human services.The individual must embody the characteristics inherent in two or more of the award categories.This is the highest honor presented at National Philanthropy Day. 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
Gail and Dave Liniger David E. Henninger Daniel L. Ritchie Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Doris Kester
2014 2013 2011 2007
Charles D. Latuda Sally Rippey Marilyn Van Derbur Atler Steve Graham
CONTRIBUTORS Presenting Sponsor
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Barry and Arlene Hirschfeld
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Community Sponsors
In-Kind Sponsors The Denver Post Community Neato Pictures Yotme