HomeMy WebLinkAboutPROCLAMATION Year of PhilanthropyCsitesi ^ar&, Coloratio
' roclamation
WHEREAS, in 1975, a group of dedicated community
leaders in Fort Collins saw the need to establish a
community foundation to receive gifts and make
impactful grants to improve arts and cultural offerings
and people's experience in the growing community;
and
WHEREAS, in 1999, the Estes Valley joined other
Northern Colorado communities to enrich their nonprofit
sector and quality of life for its residents; and
WHEREAS, over the years, the Estes Valley Community
Fund has distributed $1.1 million through more than 260
grants into the community to support the nonprofit sector
semng its residents and natural environment; and
WHEREAS, philanthropic giving creates impact while leaving
a legacy and inspiring new generosity; and
WHEREAS, in 2025, the NoCo Foundation is celebrating its 50th
anniversary and is recognizing the thoughtful generosity and long-
term investments in the communities it series, such as Estes Park;
and
WHEREAS, community philanthropy, large and small, makes a difference
today and for future generations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Board of
Trustees of the Town ofEstes Park proclaim 2025 as the
YEAR OF PHILANTHROPY
and thank all citizens who are participating in this year's Celebration of
Philanthropy, and support efforts to increase the quality of life now and for
future generations.
In witness whereof I have hereunto set
my hand and caused this seal to be
affixed.
ry M. Hall, M^yor
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June 24,2025