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A letter from our
EDITOR From grassroots startups to national organizations, the 2018 Nonprofit and Volunteer Resource Guide includes groups big and small, and everything in between.
human services, health, environment and animals, arts, culture and humanities, and international affairs.
Whether volunteers are young professionals, retirees, teenagers or children, every person is a valuable resource.
These volunteer groups and community service organizations cover a variety of individual interests that span as far and wide as the Four Corners.
Without these volunteers and donors, meeting goals and promoting change would be a secondary task for the groups that help people in their time of need.
Best of all, this directory helps connect passionate people with a desire to give back to the opportunities that best suit their interests.
Thanks to our contributions, these nonprofits can focus on raising awareness and funds for the cause and finding long-term solutions.
There’s something for every category of philanthropy including religion, education,
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YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMMING Throughout the winter, we provide ski, snowboard and ski bike lessons. In the summer, we offer white-water rafting, flat-water canoeing and kayaking, biking, camping, rock climbing and water skiing.
DURANGO VISITORS Durango is known internationally for its abundant outdoor activities and no one should be left to watch from the sidelines. If you’re planning a trip, are visiting now, or know someone with a disability who would benefit from our programs, contact us today.
At the Adaptive Sports Association (ASA), we witness the power of sports and outdoor recreation every day. It challenges people to For more information, contact: 970-259-0374 find that sweet spot between info@asadurango.com • http://asadurango.com ASADurango.com comfort and exploring 125 E 32nd St, Durango, CO 81301 possibilities. Become a business sponsor or make a personal donation to help create lifelong impacts. Every donation counts.
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GIVING BACK Creative ways for residents to get involved
Volunteering is a great way to foster strong communities. Southwest Colorado is full of nonprofit organizations and volunteer groups. Some are overwhelmed by the amount of options. Instead of choosing any single nonprofit organization, try these unique solutions to getting involved. Contact local schools. Teachers, caregivers and coaches can always use extra help. Contact local schools to determine if there is any way to assist. Volunteers might be able to speak to youth about professions, serve as assistant coaches for a youth sports teams or chaperone a field trip. Small town school budgets tend to be stretched thin, so chances are local educators will welcome citizens looking to pitch in with open arms. The schools are also partnered with many nonprofit organizations, so they may be able to steer people with more time to volunteer the right direction. Start a program through your place of employment. Another way for small town residents to give back to their communities is to begin a mentoring or internship program through their places of employment. Once their employers give the go-ahead, men and women can begin working with regional schools to develop programs that encourage young
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people to gain professional experience that will benefit them as they apply to college or graduate school or begin their own careers. Start a volunteering group. Small town residents without access to volunteering programs can organize groups through their offices or neighborhoods. Organize groups willing to pitch in at Manna or Habitat for Humanity. Group leaders can arrange transportation to volunteer sites for the group while working as liaisons between community groups and the organizations they choose to assist. Work with area care centers. Similar to school districts, many hospitals and assisted-living facilities would struggle to provide compassionate care if not for the contributions of volunteers. Contact regional care centers and clinics to learn about volunteering. Some may need volunteers to help out with special events, while others may need help keeping elderly patients company.
Southwest Colorado residents have a wealth of volunteer opportunities at their disposal And by working alongside their friends and neighbors, individuals can build stronger communities.
http://www.swcommunityfoundation.org
CROWDFUNDING
A model for raising money
Many people turn to crowdfunding to raise money for medical bills, nonprofits and disaster relief charities. But the opportunities are truly endless.
Fundraising is one of the primary ways charitable organizations meet their operating costs and fund their missions. And fundraising has come a long way since direct mailers, cold calls and door-to-door solicitations. According to the charitable giving resource Fundable, crowdfunding is a method of raising capital through the collective efforts of different individuals, be it family, customers, friends or private investors. This method of fundraising taps into a large pool of people, and funds often come in several small donations rather than a handful of large contributions.
Crowdfunding and social media now go hand-in-hand. Individuals tasked with fundraising can use social media platforms to quickly and easily increase their exposure. The ability to streamline fundraising efforts through crowdfunding is appealing to most. Each of the steps involved in advertising and collecting funds are housed within one online platform. Creating opportunities for kids and adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families, to LIVE, WORK and PLAY in Southwest Colorado. CCI staff help clients with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism and other intellectual disabilities attain: • Community Involvement • Employment • Independent Living • Assistive Technology • Skills Development • And much more…
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While crowdfunding sites are a key way to raise capital, users should recognize some of these services cost money. Many involve plans where the site collects fees or a percentage of the money raised. According to the crowdfunding resource Crowd Crux, platform fees are the main way that crowdfunding sites make money. Typically anywhere between 5 and 10 percent is collected based on the type of campaign. Free platforms are available; individuals just need to do their research and recognize that, while free platforms may not charge fees, they may be gathering email addresses or other personal information.
As crowdfunding becomes more mainstream, people should realize that newer options continue to pop up. GoFundMe has long been one of the largest and most well-known crowdfunding platforms, but many others are gaining a foothold Other options can be worth investigating if the goal is interface customization, low fees, customer service or producing coordinating merchandise. Here are some lesser known options to include in your research:
• Booster • Fundly
• FundRazr
• GiveForward
• Indiegogo • Plumfund • Pursu.it
• StartSomeGood • YouCaring
Crowdfunding is becoming more popular among individuals, businesses and nonprofits.
Durango Adult Education Center A caring learning community
It takes more than food to fight hunger. Will you join the fight? We were founded on the belief that everyone has a strength to share in the fight against hunger. Community engagement is one of our core strategies to end childhood hunger in Colorado. No matter where you live in Colorado, from Dove Creek to Arboles, we have ways you can get involved. Our Volunteer Vision: To inspire and empower Coloradoans everywhere with a clear path to act on their role in ending childhood hunger.
Please contact (970) 300-3055 rfleming@strength.org for more information on how you can help end child hunger.
• GED/High School Equivalency Preparation Classes • English As A Second Language (ESL) • Community Education Classes • BOOST Program • Computer & Job Skills Training • Early Childhood Professional Training Scholarship
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PHILANTHROPIC giving among genders Men and women are similar yet also very different. One area where the genders seem to differ concerns charitable giving. Nonprofits may not specifically tailor their marketing efforts to either men or women, but new research suggests that perhaps they should. The Women’s Philanthropy Institute at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy found that women and men give differently. Research suggests that women give more than men in nearly all income levels. This is despite the fact that women generally earn less than their male peers and have less money in retirement.
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The Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County provides year-round access to a fun and safe youth development experience that is affordable for all families. Life changing programs & activities
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Similar findings were presented in the paper “Exploring Gender Differences in Charitable Giving,” by Arjen De Wit and René Bekkers of the University of Amsterdam. Their research indicated North American females are “more likely to give and to give to different sectors, which can be attributed to their higher presocial values of empathetic concern and the principle of care.”
The Women’s Philanthropy Institute theorizes that women tend to be more empathetic, which stems from many women being mothers and nurturers. They guess that altruism extends beyond the family to strangers in need.
However, their findings were different in their home country of The Netherlands. There, males donate more than females Researchers feel there are several reasons why women are more likely to donate to charity and generally donate larger portions of their wealth.
The U.S. Trust survey also found that a $10,000 increase in a woman’s income would be associated with a more than 5 percent rise in her total household giving, while a similar rise in the man’s income would be associated with a less than 3 percent rise in total giving.
A 2013 U.S. Trust survey on women and wealth uncovered that women believe money offers freedom and security, and giving to charity is one of the most satisfying aspects of having wealth. This is in contrast to the male view that money represents prestige and power.
In high net worth households, single women are more likely to donate to the arts and the environment, while single men give to combination organizations, which focus on a few different issues under one charitable banner. Among married couples, women are more likely to youth and family services.
One exception with regard to women donating more than men is the Gen-X generation, because giving is relatively equal among this demographic.
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The Mission of Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) is to provide outdoor, sport and recreational experiences for people with disabilities. Adaptive Sports Association’s programs help to enrich and transform the lives of people with disabilities through sports and recreation. By working with participants to overcome physical and cognitive challenges in a supportive environment, ASA helps participants explore possibilities. Through sports and recreation, participants meet positive role models, increase socialization skills, improve physical fitness and combat depression. Personalities blossom and self-esteem soars as our students challenge themselves physically and emotionally and experience success.
www.asadurango.com • (970) 259-0374
The mission of Alternative Horizons is to provide advocacy and resources to domestic violence survivors and their children while striving to promote community awareness through education and prevention efforts. 24-Hour Hotline (970) 247-9619 info@alternativehorizons.org (970) 247-4374
The purpose of Annie’s Orphans is the sheltering of abandoned, surrendered and mistreated dogs, and any other animal it deems necessary to shelter. It is the policy of Annie’s Orphans to provide humane care and treatment for all animals needing protection, to return lost animals to their owners, to seek suitable homes for animals without owners and to provide comfort and shelter to all animals who live out their lives at Annie’s Orphans. No animal under the care of Annie’s Orphans will be euthanized except for medical reasons.
1630 CR 214 Durango, CO, 81303 AnniesK9Orphans.org • (970) 759-8811 Our shelter is located 5.5 miles South of the intersection of highways 160 and 550 (toward Farmington.) Turn right (west) on CR 214.
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We provide a fun, safe place that kids and teens can call their own, where they are inspired to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. 2750 Main Avenue Durango, CO 81301 (970) 375-0010 bgclaplata.org
Community Connections’ mission is to create opportunities for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead healthy and fulfilling lives within our community. Since 1985, CCI has mentored individuals of all ages with IDD to live, work and play in Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma, and San Juan Counties. Contact us for more information on the free programs available and eligibility criteria for each.
281 Sawyer Drive, Suite 200, Durango 105 S. Harrison Street, Cortez (970) 259-2464 communityconnectionsco.org cci@cci-colorado.org
The Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado facilitates the growth and effectiveness of philanthropic contributions and expands the culture of giving to meet the needs of our communities. Physical address: 1309 E. Third Ave., RM 20A, Durango, CO 81301 Mailing address: P.O. Box 1673, Durango, CO 81302 Phone (970) 375-5807 Fax (970) 375-5806 director@swcommunityfoundation.org
Cooking Matters is helping end childhood hunger by inspiring families to make healthy, affordable food choices. Our programs teach parents and caregivers with limited food budgets to shop for and cook healthy meals. Cooking Matters is a campaign of Share Our Strength, an organization working to end hunger and poverty.
Discover Goodwill provides jobs-generating, life-changing programs and services to tens of thousands of people each year—including individuals with significant developmental and economic disadvantages. Discover Goodwill dedicates nearly 90 percent of its annual budget to communitybased programs across 45 Colorado counties and has received GuideStar’s Platinum (highest) rating—reflecting the organization’s strong commitment to accountability and transparency.
862 Main Ave. Suite #223 Durango, CO 81301 (970) 300-3055 rfleming@strength.org
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The Durango Botanical Society is committed to the design and development of public gardens throughout Southwest Colorado for the purposes of education and demonstration. The mission of the Durango and Cortez Adult Education Center, a caring learning community, is to fill education gaps by providing the skills and knowledge necessary for livable wage careers, postsecondary education, and social and economic mobility. www.durangoadulted.org
(970) 749-5642 www.durangobotanicalsociety.com
Celebrating Our 27th Year! The Durango Education Foundation (D.E.F.) is a community organization of dedicated volunteers and paid staff, who together promote and develop resources to cultivate positive, life-changing academic learning opportunities for Pre-K through grade 12 students in Durango School District 9-R by funding programs, materials needs, and technology beyond the capacity of the regular district budget. DEF support goes beyond the basics to encourage innovation, achievement, and excellence in 9-R classrooms through administering grants to educators and scholarships to graduating seniors, in the belief that outstanding education advances an exceptional community.
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We put the “fun” in FUNd raising! Durango Friends of the Arts, an all volunteer organization, was founded in 1991 as a nonprofit organization. Its purpose is to raise funds for various performing and visual artists and groups in the Durango area. To this endeavor, it distributes grants for projects and programs whose goals provide educational and cultural benefits to the people of our community. Since its inception Durango Friends of the Arts has returned more than $540,000 to the community.
P.O. Box 1281 Durango, CO 81302 (970) 749-6679 www.durangofriends.org
4CRYC’s mission is to offer a safe, nonjudgmental, and visible space for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning (LGBTQ) youth, families, and allies in our community. Our goal is to demystify stereotypes and empower through education. We envision that the LGBTQ youth and allies will direct and develop peer-led educational and recreational activities to youth ages 13-18. Our role is to help guide and provide resources to meet the needs of youth and allies in our community. rainbowyouthcenter.org (970) 903-8595
Great Old Broads for Wilderness is a national grassroots organization, led by women, that engages and inspires activism to preserve and protect wilderness and wild lands. P.O. Box 2924 Durango, CO 81302 (970) 385-9577 www.greatoldbroads.org broads@greatoldbroads.org www.facebook.com/greatoldbroads
Growing a healthier community through garden programs, education and access to local produce. Our core programs include school and community gardens as well as food security programs. 862 Main Ave, Suite 222, Durango, CO 81301 Mailing: PO Box 4434, Durango, CO 81302 (970) 259-3123 info@thegardenprojectswcolorado.org thegardenprojectswcolorado.org
Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Montezuma Office Archuleta Office La Plata Office PO Box 1261 703 San Juan Street 120 Girard Street, Suite E Cortez, CO 81321 Suite 201 Durango, CO 81303 (970) 565-8312 PO Box 2827 (970) 382-2215 habitatlaplata.org Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 habitatmontezuma.org (970) 264-6960 habitatarchuleta.org 201 8 Nonprofit & Volunteer Guide
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To generate funds for direct support of annual builds in La Plata County which provide homeownership opportunities for deserving low-income households. ReStore Info and pickups: (970) 382-9931 120 Girard Street Durango, CO 81303
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Know Your Dough, Inc., is a nonprofit organization designed to inspire local youth to begin their path toward financial literacy and independence. In partnership with local school districts, we provide financial literacy classes to 4th, 7th and 11th graders. Our goal is to increase the financial literacy of school-aged students and prepare today’s youth for tomorrow’s successes. Volunteer opportunities available! Visit us online: know-your-dough.org
KSUT is a community-supported public broadcasting organization dedicated to serving the multicultural community of the Four Corners by providing diverse and eclectic entertainment, education, in-depth news, community and public information services promoting multi-cultural awareness and understanding.
La Plata County Humane Society is committed to enhance and protect the lives of companion animals by ensuring the provision of sustenance, safety and shelter, educating the community regarding humane treatment of animals, and preventing pet overpopulation.
PO Box 737 Ignacio, CO 81137 (970) 563-0255 Volunteer@ksut.org
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More Than a Soup Kitchen Manna’s core mission is to provide healthy meals in a safe and respectful environment, free of judgement. We’re open seven days a week with volunteer opportunities in the kitchen and garden. While we’re most known for feeding those in need, we also have a goal of helping people gain greater self-sufficiency through our skills training programs, work-based incentives and internships. To learn more about Manna or to volunteer, please call us today.
For over 30 years, Music in the Mountains has produced an exceptional summer music festival with musicians of the highest caliber. We have entertained, educated and delighted audiences with the richness of classical music, and complemented concerts with year-round educational programs for youth. The concert experience is enhanced by a variety of venues set in the spectacular beauty of southwest Colorado. Area youth benefit from the numerous scholarships, performances and hands-on music education programs we provide.
1100 Avenida del Sol Durango, CO 81301 (970) 385-5095 www.mannasoupkitchen.org
515 E. College Drive, Durango, CO (970) 385-6820 www.musicinthemountains.com
“Pine River Shares brings together the knowledge, skills, and resources of the people of the Pine River Valley to increase our collective power and work for positive social change resulting in healthy thriving Pine River Valley communities.”
357 N. Mountain View Drive Suite 104 Bayfield, CO 81122 Mailing: PO Box 993 Bayfield, CO 81122 (970) 884-6040 Regular Hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Thursday Friday by appointment. Summer Hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday - Thursday Monday and Friday by appointment Weekly Food Share - Friday Noon - 3 p.m.
All proceeds will benefit the animals in our care and help us continue our mission to enhance and protect the lives of homeless pets in La Plata County. OPEN Wed-Sun 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. 450 S. Camino del Rio, Suite 202 Durango CO 81301 (970) 426-4099 www.Lpchumanesociety.org 201 8 Nonprofit & Volunteer Guide
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The 4-Way Test Is it the TRUTH? Is it FAIR to all concerned? Will it Build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
The San Juan Mountains Association empowers local residents and visitors to responsibly explore, learn about, and preserve the spectacular public lands and cultural resources of southwest Colorado. www.SJMA.org
Local Area Rotary Club Contact Information: Durango Rotary (970) 946-4856 Durango Daybreak (970) 759-5609 Durango High Noon (970) 759-1658 Pine River Valley (970) 749-2524 Cortez Rotary (970) 739-0077 Dolores Rotary (970) 882-7936 Find each Club online or on Facebook
SASO is dedicated to providing advocacy to victims of sexual assault and providing education and prevention programs aimed at increasing public awareness and safety to stop sexual violence through an anti-oppression framework. 24/7 Crisis Hotline (970) 247-5400 Office (970) 259-3074
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Civic Winds A SYMPHONIC COMMUNITY BAND
The Southwest Civic Winds is established as a cultural resource for the communities in the Four Corners area. Its goals are: • To provide an opportunity for adult musicians to rehearse and perform quality wind band literature while developing their musical skills through ensemble performance. • To offer a musical program of the highest standards for area musicians, allowing those individuals who obtain membership an opportunity to participate in a concert environment and develop their musical skills. • To present each musician with an opportunity to experience a positive creative outlet with social interaction. • To preserve the rich heritage that community bands have long provided to communities by entertaining the general public through live performances as well as to provide a source of cultural pride for the citizens of the southwest.
info@southwestcivicwinds.org
United Way of Southwest Colorado improves lives by nurturing the collective caring power of our communities. P.O. Box 3040 Durango, CO 81302 (970) 247-9444 office www.unitedway-swco.org
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VOLUNTEERING How to find the right fit for your interests, lifestyle
Many parents feel involving their children in volunteering at an early age can have a profound, long-lasting impact on their kids. But youngsters are not the only ones who can reap great rewards from volunteering, as studies show that men and women at, beyond or approaching retirement age also benefit greatly from volunteer work. Research from the Corporation for National and Community Service found that more than 20 million older adults contributed in excess of three billion hours of community service time each year from 2011 to 2013. The reasons why older adults volunteer are varied, but in its 2014 survey the AARP’s Experience Corps found that 97 percent of its volunteers indicated that their volunteer work with the organization gave them a sense of purpose. Older adults who want to volunteer but have little or no history with volunteering might not know where to begin with regard to finding the right opportunity. The right fit can make all the difference for volunteers and the people they help, and the following tips might help older adults as they look for an opportunity that best utilizes their skills and experience.
• Know your schedule. Older adults who are still working but want to volunteer may have a firm grasp on their schedules, but even retirees should not overestimate how much time they have to volunteer. Before you begin to look for an opportunity, write down your commitments and daily schedule, using this list to determine how much free time you have to volunteer. Some opportunities require greater time commitments than others, so make sure you know just how much time you can devote to an opportunity before signing up. • Give due consideration to your experience. Older adults who have retired or are on the cusp of retirement have a lifetime of experience they can use to help others. Imparting wisdom learned in your professional life can provide a sense of purpose and even make you feel as though you are still actively involved in the industry where you built your professional reputation. But life experience can also prove invaluable in volunteering opportunities. Mentoring programs give volunteers the chance to help young people, and can involve more than just offering professional advice.
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• Don’t downplay the significance of certain opportunities. Volunteering opportunities come in many variations, and each is significant in its own right. Coaching a grandchild’s soccer team can have as significant an impact on the people you help as other volunteering opportunities. Volunteers offer their time because they have a passion to help others, and they can help in a myriad of ways. • Leave time for the rest of your life. Volunteering is a selfless act, and volunteers are the backbone of many successful charitable organizations. But older men and women should leave time for the rest of their lives as well. Retirement should be fulfilling but also include time for recreation, so don’t downplay how important hobbies are to you in an attempt to find more time to volunteer. No retiree wants to grow resentful of his or her volunteer work because it leaves little time for other pursuits, so do your best to balance your charitable endeavors with the other things in life that matter to you. Finding the right volunteer opportunity can make all the difference for folks who want to give back to their communities.
More Than a Soup Kitchen Feeding those in need is Manna's core mission, but you might be surprised at what else we offer our clients and community. Volunteer Opportunities Internships Job Skills Training Job Placement Gardening 970-385-5095
Free Produce Catering Social Enterprise Cooking Classes Student Meal Programs
1100 Avenida del Sol
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HELP LOCAL ART ADVANCE CULTURE Volunteer Opportunities
HAVING FUN WHILE SUPPORTING THE ARTS IN OUR COMMUNITY
Business Memberships Financial Literacy Programs for youth and young adults
970.749.6679
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Preparing today’s youth for tomorrow’s financial success LEARN MORE at WWW.KNOW-YOUR-DOUGH.ORG
Volunteer • Donate • Participate With about 65 dogs to care for, Annie’s needs volunteers to help train and socialize dogs who may have been abandoned or neglected so they can be reintroduced to the public in the hope of finding a forever home. For every dog that is adopted or fostered, we are able to make space for another homeless dog. Please help us!
1630 C.R. 214 • Durango, CO 81303 • 970-759-8811 www.AnniesK9Orphans.org • Call or text for an appointment anniesk9orphans@yahoo.com
Adopt or Foster a Dog Visit us and look around. We have some wonderful dogs!
Shelter Volunteers Help love and socialize dogs by walking or playing with them in the play yard. Donate - Mail us a check or online through our verified Pay Pal Account • Dog Food - Grain Free, Canned or Dry • Non-Stuffed Toys, Treats and Cleaning Supplies
Durango
Lake Nighthorse
Special Events Volunteers - Including internet support, fundraising activities, facilities repairs, and special situations including emergencies (wildfire preparation and evacuation), medical and deliveries. Our shelter is located 5.5 miles South of Hwy 160 & 550 intersections (towards Farmington) Turn Right (West) on CR 214.
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PHILANTHROPY Teaching children to be philanthropic Introducing children to charity early in their lives can lay a foundation of philanthropy that lasts a lifetime. The more kids witness charitable giving, the more likely they are to embrace charity as they grow up.
Teaching children that it is better to give than to receive can be challenging, but it’s never too early to instill philanthropic feelings in a child. In order to help young children understand what it means to be charitable, try these ideas.
Open a dialogue A study from the United Nations Foundation and the Women’s Philanthropy Institute at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis found simply talking to children about giving increased the likelihood that children would give by 20 percent. Being specific makes a difference in getting the message out there. For example, rather than mentioning we have to give because it makes the world a better place, explain how donating food will help feed the less fortunate who cannot afford to feed themselves. Lead by example Call the children over when you are doing something that pertains to philanthropy. Show them checks being written to help various nonprofits, or include them in outings that involve volunteer work.
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Look for easy ways to give Charity doesn’t require a large amount of money or substantial effort, and starting with something simple can make for a great introduction to charity. Begin with small projects kids can embrace and understand. Spend time going through clothes that no longer fit and make a trip to a charitable clothing drive or collection bin. Bring your child to a clothing store or toy store and pick out an item that can be donated to a less fortunate child. This way he or she can participate firsthand. Help out neighbors Being charitable doesn’t have to mean spending tons of money or even putting together material things. It can involve donating time to others who may need assistance. Serviceoriented projects, such as raking leaves, baking cookies or taking in elderly neighbors’ garbage pails, are all types of charity. Children can become friendly and play with other children who may have a parent serving in the military or support someone who has special needs. Get involved with pets Animals and children seem a perfect match, and one charitable effort kids may embrace is helping animals. Bring food or pet supplies to a shelter or the local humane society. Allow children to interact with the animals they are helping. There are many ways to acclimate children to charitable living, and doing so may lay the foundation for a rewarding life.
Shop Donate Volunteer Your support builds homes for La Plata County residents in need!
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(970) 382-9931 • 120 Girard Street, Durango, CO
Your Community Band In early spring of 2012, Mark Walters and Ruth Katzin began a collaboration that would result in the founding of the Southwest Civic Winds. Working together, they contacted people in their community forming a 57-member band composed of brass, woodwind, and percussion players. While many members of the Southwest Civic Winds are professional musicians and music educators from around the Four Corners region, this band is an all-volunteer, membership organization. Members join, pay dues, and perform for the pleasure of making music for the community where they live and work. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA @SouthwestCivicWinds
@SWCivicWinds find out more at:
OUR SUPPORTERS • Durango Friends of the Arts • Fredrick Zink and Associates • Wells Group • Fort Lewis College • Katzin Studios at Stillwater • The Crawford Family Foundation • LaPlata Electric Association Round Up Foundation • The Ballantine Family Foundation • Generous audience members who contribute to Southwest Civic Winds through our 501c3 status.
SouthwestCivicWinds.org • PO Box 3781 Durango, CO 81302 • info@southwestcivicwinds.org
BUDGET GIVING
Establish a giving level
By examining their finances, people can get a better picture of how much money they have for discretionary spending, including charitable giving. However, income alone may not dictate just how charitable a person can be. For example, according to a McClatchy analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the poorest Americans often donate larger percentages of their incomes than their wealthier counterparts. Generally speaking, the typical amount most people aspire to donate to charity ranges from 3 to 10 percent of taxed income. To make a charitable giving budget work, consider these tips. • Make a list of charities that have meaning to you. If you do not have specific choices, select categories, such as politics, education and community, and then go from there. • Assess your giving ability in dollar value. Be sure charitable giving does not come at the expense of necessities. • Divide the available funds against the charities selected.
Make this the year for charitable giving
Budgets are an important component of personal financing. Without a thorough understanding of the rate of money going in and out of their bank accounts, people cannot accurately assess their potential for spending and saving. Budgets are also handy for paying off debt and planning for the future. Those who budget may find they have more money to devote to leisure or other worthwhile endeavors, such as donating to charity. Establishing a charity budget makes it possible for people to focus on doing good and helping others. Charitable giving also comes with the beneficial side effect of establishing extra tax deductions for some individuals. Many people only think of charitable giving at the end of the year, when the holiday season tends to inspire philanthropy. However, many people’s end-of-year finances are already stretched thin thanks to holiday shopping and entertaining. As a result, men and women who wait until the end of the year to donate may not be able to be as charitable as they would like. That’s why focusing on charity as part of a yearly budget can stretch dollars even further.
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• Set aside specific times of year that you will make the donations so as not to feel burdened at any one time of year. • Leave an emergency fund for donations that cannot be planned, such as disaster relief or to help someone with medical bills. • Sign up for recurring payments for yearly giving to take the work out of remembering to give. Other organizations can distribute donations to the kinds of charities you prefer, making giving even more automatic. Budgeting for charitable giving enables greater year-round control of funds for beneficial purposes.
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Re-Tail Boutique features a carefully curated selection of our highest-end donations, including collectibles, professional attire, accessories, along with jewelry, unique small furnishings and gifts. We ask you to please support, donate, and tell your friends! 450 S. Camino del Rio, Suite 202 Wed-Sun 10am – 7pm ¡ 970-426-4099 lpchumanesociety.org
Help Our Garden Grow
We are now developing new gardens that demonstrate trees and shrubs that do well in our diverse micro-climate. Donations made to this project are for the development of these gardens. Durango Botanic Gardens Phase 3
Arboretum Garden & Miniature Tree Garden Dedication and Ribbon Cutting September 28, 2018
You can help us grow by purchasing a tree for the garden. Miniature Trees are $250.00 and Large Trees are $500.00 with special recognition signs honoring your donation. You can also donate by purchasing stones: The Garden Path Flagstones and the Bookcase Ledger Stones.
Conceptual Design for Durango Botanical Society Lisa Bourey Horticultural Designs
Consider Becoming a Member and receive these benefits: •
Be part of an organization making a difference in your community
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Make new friends who have the same interests as you
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By supporting us through membership you enable us to do scientific reporting as a test garden for Plant Select, you can be part of this reporting process. You will have increased knowledge and gardening abilities.
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You will have access to latest and greatest in horticulture news by receiving our newsletter
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Exclusive invitation to Horticultural Programs
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E-mail announcement of Events and Workshops
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Discounted cost for most Workshops, Events and Programs
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Exclusive 10% Discounts with your membership card at the following: AJ’s Greenhouse, Botanical Concepts Garden Center, Cliffrose Garden Center, Durango Nursery & Supply, Four Seasons Greenhouse, Native Roots Garden Center, Passion Flower Bouquet Farm Check back often for newly added friends of DBS for those discounts!
The Garden Path Flagstones
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Miniature & Large Trees
Donations are used to maintain the gardens and support our education efforts regarding horticulture. Donations are tax-deductible and very much appreciated. Remember if your employer matches your donation, any donation made over $35.00 includes a free membership! Then when you walk down the trail you can say “I helped do that”!
The gardens are located at 1900 E. 3rd Ave on the Animas River Trail around and below the library. For more information on our work, donations, or membership please visit our website at www.durangobotanicalsociety.com or contact Cindy Smart 970-749-5642 or dbs81301@gmail.com facebook.com/durangobotanicalsociety pinterest.com/dbs81301
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Rotary Youth Leadership Awards are scholarships that provide emerging young leaders with expert leadership training in a casual, summer camp setting. Development of our future leaders is a top priority of Rotary clubs around the globe. Rotary is the oldest non-religious, non-political international service organization in the world.
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(Bayfield) Wednesdays - Noon Tequila’s in Bayfield
2nd and 4th Mondays Noon - Four Corners Community Bank
Tuesdays 6:30 AM Ponderosa Restaurant
Tuesdays 6:00 PM Strater Hotel
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Wednesdays 6:45 AM Durango Rec. Center
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Thursdays 11:45 AM Doubletree Hotel
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