2018 in Colorado Luncheon

November 9, 2018 Seawell Ballroom

Presented by PAST AWARD WINNERS 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. 2017 YouthRoots 2016 The Anschutz Foundation 2015 Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation PROGRAM 2014 Community Foundation of Northern Colorado 2013 Community First Foundation Welcome 2012 Latino Community Foundation of Colorado Jane Marsh, Event Chair 2011 Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation Lindy Eichenbaum Lent, Rose Community Foundation 2010 The Colorado Health Foundation 2009 Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado Presentation of Awards 2008 Daniels Fund Mitch Jelniker, Denver7 2007 The Bonfils-Stanton Foundation 2006 Energy Outreach Colorado Linda Childears, Daniels Fund 2005 Rose Community Foundation 2004 First Data Western Union Foundation Closing 2003 Bohemian Foundation Jane Marsh, Event Chair 2002 The Colorado Trust 2001 Pueblo Hispanic Education Foundation 2000 The Foundation 1999 Adolph Coors Foundation 2018 HONOREES 1998 A. V. Hunter Trust, Inc. 1997 Anschutz Family Foundation Outstanding Foundation 1996 Gates Family Foundation Xcel Energy Foundation 1995 The Hunt Alternatives Fund 1994 Boettcher Foundation Outstanding Professional Grantmaker 1993 US West Foundation Ted Harms 1992 Helen K. & Arthur E. Johnson Foundation 1991 The Women’s Foundation of Colorado 1990 El Pomar Foundation Brownson Memorial Fund Outstanding Service Organization 1989 The Piton Foundation Impact100 Metro Denver Outstanding Professional Grantmaker Outstanding Large Business Presented to an individual grantmaking professional who works for a Noble Energy grantmaking organization and has made a significant impact through outstanding commitment, dedication, and talent toward promoting and Outstanding Small Business supporting philanthropy over a sustained period of time in the community. Security Central This individual has demonstrated commitment to advancing philanthropy through mentoring others in the profession and holding various volunteer Outstanding Professional Fundraiser leadership positions in the community. Bonnie Downing 2017 Letty Bass 2004 Stan Kamprath 2016 John H. “Jack” Alexander, Jr. 2003 Robert Sweeney Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser 2015 Susan Steele 2002 Joni E. Baird Greg Poschman 2014 Sheila Bugdanowitz 2000 Elsa I. Holguin 2013 Tim Schultz 1999 Jeff Pryor 2011 Terri Konrad 1998 Peter A. Konrad Outstanding Philanthropist 2010 Linda Childears 1997 Debra Edwards Laura Barton 2006 Russell Schuckman 1994 Mitzi R. Barnes 2005 John R. Moran, Jr. Outstanding Volunteer Bob Bell Lifetime Achievement Outstanding Youth Group Presented to an individual who has demonstrated significant, lasting, and impactful philanthropic accomplishments in Colorado for at least 10-20 years. Those Mountain Vista High School Student Leadership accom plishments must cross multiple issue areas, such as arts and human services. The individual must embody the characteristics inherent in two or more of the Outstanding Youth award categories. This is the highest honor presented at National Philanthropy Day. Amaya Garcia-White Buffalo 2017 Daniel L. Ritchie 2013 Sally Rippey 2016 Sue Anschutz-Rodgers 2011 Atler Lifetime Achievement 2015 Doris Kester 2007 Steve Graham David E. Henninger 2014 Charles D. Latuda 1997 Ann Love Xcel Energy Foundation OuTSTANDING FOuNDATION

Xcel Energy is a household in cluding the Alamosa Live name in Colorado, providing Music Association, Dairy Center the energy that powers millions for the Arts in Boulder, and of homes and businesses across Grand Junction Symphony. In the region. Contributing a addition to funding STEM different kind of energy to the nonprofit community is edu cation at organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters the Xcel Energy Foundation. By joining together financial and arts funding, the Xcel Energy Foundation also support and the time and talent of Excel employees, the provides support for other focus areas — economic Foundation is ensuring its commitment to the sus tainability projects and environmental stewardship. community is far-reaching and impactful. In 2016, Xcel The Foundation matches employee volunteer hours Energy Foundation contributed more than $1.2 million to and char itable contributions of $50 or more. The goal is organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado. to ensure our communities are highly desirable places for Xcel Energy Foundation also broadly supports access to everyone to live, work, and learn. arts and culture, funding nonprofits across the state,

Ted Harms OuTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL GRANTMAkER

As Executive Director of the Anschutz President and CEO of the University of Foundation since 2010, Ted Harms Colorado Foundation. works toward achieving a vision to ensure philanthropy is a catalyst for change. As Through The Anschutz Foundation, Ted the leader of one of the largest private has been instrumental in building programs foun dations in Colorado, Ted has led that focus on mental health, women’s philanthropic investments throughout health, personalized treatment at the the state in a variety of areas, from CU Anschutz Medical Campus, and youth development and cultural programs many other community needs. He also to education and health care. Throughout facilitated grants for organizations such his tenure, he never lost sight of the as the Boys and Girls Club, Denver Art de sires of the Anschutz family to create Museum and Denver Public Schools. opportunities for families across Colorado. Ted is deeply committed to the power “Ted has proven himself a forward-thinking, highly of philanthropy and to ensuring The Anschutz Foundation ca pable leader grounded in an ambitious mission of benefits numerous individuals, families, and communities helping our communities thrive,” said Jack Finlaw, in Colorado and beyond. 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.

2016 Xi Pi Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. 2001 Colorado Association of Realtors Housing Opportunity Foundation 2015 Loaves and Fishes (CARHOF) 2014 Hugo Improvement Partnership 2000 Denver Active 20-30 2013 HomeAid Colorado 1999 Community Shares of Colorado 2012 Optimist Club of Monaco South 1998 Denver Mile High Rotary 2011 Zonta Club of Denver 1997 Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver 2010 Fruita Thrift Shop 1996 Assistance League of Colorado Springs 2009 Italians of America, North Denver Chapter 1995 Mile High United Way 2008 Rotary Club of Denver 1994 Zonta Club of Denver II 2006 Assistance League of Denver 1993 Altrusa International of Grand Junction 2005 Kiwanis Clubs of Alameda West, Arvada, Jefferson, 1992 Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods, Inc. Columbine, Lakeside and Lakewood 1991 Steamboat Rotary Club and Woman’s Club of Ouray 2004 The Rotary Club of Southeast Denver 1990 Grand Junction Lions Club 2003 Lions Club of Denver 1989 Junior League of Denver 2002 The Scottish Rite Foundation of Colorado

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.

2017 IMA Financial Group, Inc. 2006 Hogan & Hartson, LLP 1997 Johns Manville Corporation 2016 CoBiz Financial 2005 Xcel Energy 1996 Kaiser Permanente 2015 Breckenridge Grand Vacations 2004 Denver Newspaper Agency/ 1995 Norwest Banks 2014 Ball Corporation Post-News Community 1994 Holme Roberts & Owen, 2013 FirstBank Holding Company 2003 Kroenke Sports Enterprises Colorado Springs and Denver 2012 SM Energy 2002 Agilent Technologies 1993 The Pueblo Chieftain 2011 Anadarko Petroleum Corporation 2001 Dependable Cleaners 1992 Central Banks of Denver 2010 Comcast 2000 Wild Oats Community Markets 1991 Continental Airlines 2009 Qwest Communications 1999 Adelphia, Formerly Century 1990 Public Service Company of Colorado and 2008 Colorado Springs Utilities Communications City Market Stores, Inc. 2007 Alpine Banks of Colorado 1998 Exempla Lutheran Medical Center 1989 Pace Membership Warehouse

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.

2017 Group14 Engineering, PBC 2010 KB Home – Mountains Division 2002 The Rangely Office of Chevron/Texaco 2016 Bluepoint Bakery 2009 Delta Dental of Colorado Production 2015 Left Hand Brewing Company 2008 Vesta Dipping Grill 2001 Kundinger, McCutcheon, Corder & 2014 Bachus & Schanker, LLC 2007 InsureMe Engle, P.C. 2013 Snooze, an A.M. Eatery 2006 Denver Curves Co-op 2000 Fredrick Zink Elliott, P.C. 2012 Montgomery & Steward Funeral 2005 Multi-Link 1999 Rocky Mountain Coffee Connection Directors, Inc. 2004 Odell Brewing Company 2011 OtterBox 2003 JohnstonWells Public Relations

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.

2017 Mary Feller 2013 Griff Freyschlag 2008 Donna Hultin 1995 Christine Soto 2016 Elycia Cook 2012 Carolyn Schaefer Wollard 2007 Jackie Norris 2015 Jennifer Darling 2011 Bob Cooper 2001 Dianna L. Kunz 2014 Jan Weimer 2009 Alexandra Yajko 1996 Karen Campbell Impact100 Metro Denver OuTSTANDING SERVICE ORGANIzATION

Since its inception in 2015, Impact100 members on community issues such as Metro Denver quickly became a strong employment, the impact of growth and contributor to Colorado’s philanthropic homelessness, while inspiring members landscape. The organization’s mission is to become more involved with local to increase participation among women charities, and make a substantial and lasting in local philanthropy and raise awareness impact on the long-term sustainability of the unmet needs of nonprofits in of our nonprofit community. Metro Denver. Impact100 Metro Denver fulfills its mission by recruiting at least 100 Impact100 Metro Denver also enjoys women every year to give a $1,000 funding new or pilot projects. The donation. The funds are pooled to make or ganization’s members have already a $100,000 transformational grant to a local non-profit contributed over $400,000 to organizations such as or ganization. As membership surpasses 100, Impact100 Fresh Food Con nect, Work Options for Women, and Metro Denver is able to give more grants to more non- Project Worthmore. In addition, Impact100 Metro Denver profits. Today, the organization has 200 members and has provided smaller seed grants to nonprofit organizations supports them in their efforts to find meaningful ways to such as Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners and the International give and get involved. The organization also educates Rescue.

Noble Energy OuTSTANDING LARGE BuSINESS

A culture of philanthropy sit on the Boards of many non - res onates throughout Noble profit organizations, such as the Energy, where every employee Denver Hispanic Chamber of is encouraged to make a Commerce and Junior difference in the communities Achievement. In 2017, where they live and work. Over the past year, Noble Energy employ ees contributed more than 3,000 volunteer hours, invested more than $3 million in Colorado through its making the company a true partner to more than 25 three charitable focus areas: health and wellness, non profit organizations across the state. environmental stewardship, and education/youth leadership. Beneficiaries of Noble Energy’s commitment to Every year, Noble Energy gives each of its 700 employees philan thropy agree the company is a wonderful example 45 hours of paid volunteer time, making volunteerism an of good corporate citizenship and a model for other important part of the corporate culture. Staff members Col orado companies. Ann Baker Easley with Volunteers engage in activities like building trails and streams for for Outdoor Colorado says, “Our communities would Vol unteers for Outdoor Colorado and participating in benefit greatly if other businesses followed Noble’s lead.” the Weld County Food Bank’s Challenge. Employees also Security Central OuTSTANDING SMALL BuSINESS

Jordan Jackson, President and CEO of in emergency shelters and providing Security Central, started the company’s job training classes, Security Central Million Dollar Mission in 2016 for two is making a significant impact in the simple reasons: to make an impact in community. the community and to inspire others to be philanthropic. The Security Employees are invited each quarter to Central motto— work to make the world a safer and a community care project. High participation rates affirm better place — is reflected in their contributions to the the organization’s belief that people want to make a community and to organizations like the Denver Rescue dif ference in the lives of those around them. If employees Mission and Open Door Ministries. Jordan and his team choose to give their own monetary gifts to one of the 10 are well on their way to fulfilling their commitment to charities Security Central supports, the company will give $1 million of their own funds to ten nonprofit match the contribution. With eight more years to go in or ganizations in Denver. With cash contributions of the Million Dollar Mission initiative, there is no doubt this $250,000 ($25,000 of which came from employees and team will achieve the goal of making the community a customers) in addition to food drives, mentoring young bet ter place and cultivating a robust company culture of students, helping place people who experience homelessness generosity.

Bonnie Downing OuTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL FuNDRAISER

Bonnie Downing chose her career in of the Institute for Leaders in Development fundraising early. At age 23, she demonstrated and continues to support the program as her abilities by creating the first Federal an Emeritus Member. Bonnie continues Programs Office at the Colorado Women’s sharing her wisdom, experience, passion, College. Over her 40-year professional and ideas to cultivate another generation career, Bonnie has made significant of professional fundraisers. Retirement in contributions to our community. As the 2008 has not slowed Bonnie down. She vice president of development at the formed BPD Consulting and worked with Denver Museum of Nature & Science, the Kellogg Organization as a national Bonnie raised more than $135 million for fundraising consultant. Bonnie is also the Museum and its programs and led 14 ac tively involved as a consultant and front-line development officers. member of the Junior League of Denver. Bonnie is passionate about life. She loves “Bonnie is warm-hearted, interesting, enthusiastic and the outdoors, the arts, and adventure. She volunteers, passionate,” says Ryan Welch, Chief Development Officer serves on nonprofit boards and is an adjunct faculty of Rocky Mountain Public Media and one of the many member at The University College. professionals who have benefitted from Bonnie’s mentorship. Bonnie played a key role in the founding 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. 2017 Katie Lindquist 2010 Kristin Richardson 2003 1995 Katie Stapleton 2016 Caleb F. Gates, Jr. 2009 Patty Cook and 2002 Robert L. Cohen 1993 James B. Wallace 2015 Mary Sissel Sarah Schnabel 2001 Max Martinez 1992 Madeleine St. John 2014 Jamie Angelich 2008 Bob Charles 2000 Dean Prina, M.D. 1991 Pat Miller 2013 Dorothy Brandt 2007 Shirley Bradsby 1999 William Vega 1990 Robert Tointon; 2012 Arthur & Julie Seiden 2006 Jackie Kingsbury 1998 E. Atwill Gilman Malcom Giles (posthumously) 2005 Kelvin B. Kent 1997 Nelson A. “Buz” Rieger 1989 Cora Wall 2011 William H. Winn 2004 Charlie Forster 1996 Walt and Georgia Imhoff

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. 2017 Brad Busse 2006 Jared Polis 1995 J. Robert “Bob” Young 2016 Marcy and Bruce Benson 2005 Anabel C. and Jerome P. McHugh 1994 G. Wayne Ballah 2015 Judi and Joe Wagner 2004 Linda Shoemaker 1993 Margaret Foote 2014 Conrad Nelson 2003 Bea Taplin 1993 Kenneth Lambert, MD 2013 Joan Brennan 2002 Merle Catherine Chambers (Outstanding Citizen) 2012 Barbara Grogan 2001 Daniel L. Ritchie; Florence Winograd 1992 Harold MacArthur 2011 LaFawn Biddle 2000 Morley C. Ballantine 1992 Dr. Mabel Barth (Outstanding Citizen) 2010 Janet Mordecai 1999 Sam Gary 1991 Bill Daniels; Myra and Kenneth Monfort 2009 Tammy and Noel Cunningham 1998 Tim Gill 1990 Allan R. Phipps; Frank Massard 2008 Gail and Dave Liniger 1997 Edward and Richard Robinson 1989 William K. Coors 2007 Katherine Loo 1996 Sharon and Bob Magness

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. 2017 Kevin MacCary 2010 Gaku Homma 2003 Robert F. Hill 1996 Virginia Lappala 2016 Nadyne Leedom 2009 Pres Askew 2002 Ed George 1995 Jamie Hamilton 2015 Andrea Philleo 2008 Jim Garcia 2001 Steve Austin 1994 Ray Cushman 2014 Arden (Denny) Gray 2007 John McConnell 2000 Kenneth M. Portuese 1993 Wynafred Plunk 2013 Valerie Escatel 2006 Sue Foerster 1999 Steve Fobes 1992 Eric Hughes 2012 Julie Gomez-Nuanes 2005 Jerry Middel 1998 Jackson F. Fuller 2011 Susan Lane 2004 Larry Wolk, M.D. 1997 Millie Malcolm

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. 2017 B.I.O.N.I.C. Team at Pomona High School 2008 North High School Ethics Club 2002 Lewis-Palmer High School Serteen Club 2016 Vilas Citizenship and Leadership Council 2007 B.I.O.N.I.C (Believe It Or Not I Care) 2001 Collbran Job Corps Center Students 2014 Parker Kids’ Club at Green Mountain High School 2000 Student Community Involvement Team 2013 Rock Canyon High School Student 2006 City of Boulder Youth Opportunities (SCIT) Council 2005 Logan School for Creative Learning 1998 Bradford Elementary School – 2012 The Brighton Youth Commission 2004 Washington Elementary Project L.E.A.D. Community Outreach 2011 The Lafayette Youth Advisory Committee Service Learning 1997 Safe City Youth Power Leadership Team 2010 Lowry Elementary Eagle Ambassadors 2003 Peter Westcott’s 5th & 6th Grade 1996 Glenwood Springs High School A-Team 2009 Arapahoe High School Student Council Classes of Aspen Middle School

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. 2017 Eric Bear 2012 Briana Johnson 2007 Danielle Graham 2002 Tim Brungardt 2016 Sarah Greichen 2011 Gage Crispe 2006 Janean Jubic 2001 Emily Masar 2015 Christina Bear 2010 Nicole Saucedo 2005 Joey Ruffini 2000 Laura Ann Sprowls 2014 Allison Winn 2009 Jenna County 2004 Nicholas Owens 1999 Samantha Pelican & 2013 Marko Babiak 2008 Isaac Solano 2003 Alyssa Motz Michelle Romero Greg Poschman OuTSTANDING VOLuNTEER FuNDRAISER

An Aspen native, county commissioner asked friends and colleagues to become more and owner of a media company, Greg informed on mental health wellness and Poschman is known for his fierce commitment sup port Mind Springs’ building efforts. His to his community. He credits his Emmy work led to Mind Springs Health receiving a award-winning filmmaking around $500,000 grant from the Basalt-based environmental and health issues for his Alpen glow Foundation. suc cess as volunteer and fundraiser. This success has led him to be a highly effective Greg continues to support and raise funds for champion for many needs in Pitkin County. mental health and other organizations in the Most recently and notably, he helped Mind Roaring Fork Valley. A down-to-earth, caring Springs Health to philanthropically raise half person, Greg possesses a simple, yet powerful the cost of the new West Springs Hospital, a $34 million combination of assets and values: vision, collaboration, psychiatric hospital, located in Grand Junction, but serving perseverance and creativity. Still a “small-town” guy, Greg Colorado’s entire western slope. As a lead ambassador has an unparalleled passion and vision for the development for the program, Greg researched the organization and and sustainability of rural communities. the need. He posted his findings on social media and

Laura Barton OuTSTANDING PHILANTHROPIST

“Laura Barton truly has improved the lives Laura’s philanthropic achievements are felt of thousands – if not millions – of people in across many sectors. She is passionate about Colorado,” says David Miller, Executive breaking down barriers to accessing health Director of the Barton Institute for care. She has served on the Denver Philan thropy and Social Enterprise. The Foun dation’s Board of Directors and gave statement comes as no surprise to the many $2.5 million to the University of Denver to organizations Laura has championed since build the Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium in arriving in Colorado in 1982 with her late honor of her late husband. In addition, she husband Peter Barton. Among Laura’s many supports Brent’s Place as well as a variety of contributions is her work to help raise over education and arts and cultural organizations. $355 million for the Children’s Hospital Laura’s leadership, warmth and confidence Colorado Foundation’s Courage Is …campaign . are inspiring. Her dedication, humility and By leveraging her gifts as matching funds, she has established commitment will impact our community for generations four endowed chairs at the hospital and played a crucial to come. role in recruiting and retaining the very best physicians and scientists. Bob Bell OuTSTANDING VOLuNTEER

Bob Bell is not concerned about titles. The idea for Food for Thought was Although he co-founded Food for de veloped after Bob learned that a Thought six years ago and has dedicated massive number of students did not countless hours of time and energy to have food to eat when they weren’t in the organization, he feels more school. Starting with 600 students and com fortable with the title of “Lead a grant from his Rotary Club, Food for Volunteer” rather than “Executive Thought has since grown and Di rector.” He leads by example: every flour ished. Not only are they serving a week he coordinates the logistics of large number of students, Bob has acquiring, trucking and delivering up to cre ated an environment of inclusion three tons of nonperishable food to 8,000 children in 28 where volunteers and supporters feel welcomed and Denver area schools. He also works alongside over 150 important. As part of the Food for Thought family, volunteers, doing much of the heavy lifting, to ensure the volunteering is not only hard work, but also fun. Bob collected food gets into the hands, and mouths, of those in spires, motivates and gains support not just through most in need. Quietly, Bob also provides financial support words but through action, week after week. to the organization and donates a percentage of his income as a realtor.

Mountain Vista High School Student Leadership OuTSTANDING YOuTH GROuP

Since 2013, the Mountain Vista High and enlisted the help of nearby middle School’s Student Leadership group and elementary schools. This has rallied their community to raise collab orative effort resulted in a more than $450,000 to help 20 record-breaking donation for Make- families participating in Make-A- A-Wish Colorado’s student-led Wish Colorado’s annual Wish Week. fundraising program. Raising funds for The event supports wishes for kids Gabby was only one part of the equation. with critical illnesses. This year, the The leadership team helped kick off group’s efforts raised $148,000 for eight- Gabby’s unforgettable weekend of being famous. Signing year-old Gabby, battling a rare form of leukemia. Gabby’s autographs, taking pictures with her fans, walking around wish was to be famous. with her entourage and having her own bodyguards were just a few highlights of Gabby’s touch with fame. Thanks Planning numerous events to raise funds, including restaurant to the efforts of the students of Mountain Vista High nights and dodgeball tournaments, Mountain Vista High School’s Leadership team, Gabby said the weekend School students ensure the Highlands Ranch community al lowed her to “focus on the good stuff instead of the is involved in their efforts. They secured corporate spon sors scary stuff.” Amaya Garcia-White Buffalo OuTSTANDING YOuTH

Volunteering and giving back to her community Currently in the eighth grade, Amaya makes around Antonito come naturally to Amaya public speaking appearances at the school Garcia-White Buffalo. Since she was nine districts in the Heritage Area and at the local years old, she has been actively involved in Boys and Girls Club to raise awareness community projects and programs, becoming about bullying prevention, how to build self- a role model and mentor to young people in esteem, and empowering others. She has the Alamosa and the Sangre de Cristo National adopted a mile of highway and brings a group Heritage Area. Her contributions are helping of individuals together to clean and maintain to preserve and protect the environment this stretch of the road. Her passion for the and national resources in her community. environment is also evident in her work with Her volunteerism has also allowed Amaya to the Conejos Clean Water organization. develop into a passionate, organized, and savvy young Amaya assists in the community garden, teaches agricultural en trepreneur. Colorado State Representative Donald history, and assists in planting, watering and harvesting Valdez said, “Amaya’s generation is the future and she is the garden. ensuring that her generation honors the past.”

David Henninger LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

Described as a servant leader, David Henninger operating a self-sustaining business. He has is truly the definition of this term. He is created programs that give clients a “hand someone who places the interests and needs up.” As one of the founding members of the of others ahead of his own self-interests and Colorado Nonprofit Association, David’s needs. In his career spanning over 45 years, dedication to the industry makes him a highly David’s fierce advocacy for marginalized sought-after board member and advisor. He in dividuals has resulted in the success of shared his expertise as a teacher at Regis Bayaud Enterprises. Bayaud employs over Uni versity and has mentored countless non - 270 individuals, many of whom experience a profit leaders in areas that include facilitating significant disability and sometimes advisory councils, starting social enterprises, homelessness. With his long tenure at management, ethical leadership, and community Bayaud, David continues to find creative and innovative advocacy. David’s humility, grace and incredible intellect market and vocational opportunities for people with have been a gift to Colorado. Despite his huge successes, bar riers to employment. he remains a true servant leader.

David is a rare nonprofit leader and manager who combines a warm heart for people in need with a savvy head for 2018 Award & Selection Judges

Mark Andersen Thomas Currigan Jack Fox kevin MacCary Janice Sinden Yampa Valley Community Kaiser Permanente The Fox Company Community Volunteer DCPA Foundation Lauren Czajka Gino Greco Christine Marquez- kristin Stork Laurie Anderson YouthRoots American Red Cross Mile Hudson Brownstein, Hyatt, Farber Kundinger, Corder & Engle, High Chapter Metro State University of and Schreck P.C. Joanne Davidson Denver Davidson Associates Pat Greer Gina Taranto, CFRE Letty Bass University College at Hazel Miller Space Foundation Fund Annie Davies University of Denver The Hazel Miller Band United Way of Larimer kim Tobin, CFRE Heather Berry County Christoph Heinrich Janet Mordecai Colorado State University Community Volunteer Daniel & Janet Mordecai Emily Davis Foundation Lynne Valencia Joe Blake Emily Davis Consulting Demesha Hill Denver7 Colorado State University Janus Henderson kevin Mullin Dave Dixon Estes Park Medical Center Brian Vogt kristen Blessman Miramont Lifestyle Fitness Aleah Horstman Denver Botanic Gardens Colorado Women's Denver Scholarship koral O’Brien Chamber of Commerce Deb Dowling Canino Foundation Office of Emergency Marla Williams Kroenke Sports Enterprises/ Preparedness and Response Community First Andy Boian Pepsi Center Barbara Howie Foundation Dovetail Solutions A.V. Hunter Trust, Inc. Debra Pollock Lindy Eichenbaum Lent The Center Vickie M. Wilson, Ph.D. Deb Brackney Rose Community Joanne kelley Friends of the Haven Employers Council Foundation Colorado Association of Sue Reilly Funders Group14 Engineering, PBC Alexandra Yajko Joan Brennan Carleigh Elkus WINGS Consulting LLC Community Volunteer Colorado Children’s Peter kellogg Rebecca Reynolds Campaign The Kellogg Organization Rebecca Reynolds Doug Yeiser Ned Calonge Consulting Foothills United Way The Colorado Trust Maria Fabula Stephanie Lang Holder CRC Leaffer Law Emily Robinson Matthew Carpenter FirstBank El Pomar Foundation Renny Fagan katie Lindquist Colorado Nonprofit Community Volunteer Ellen Sandberg Lauren Casteel Association PNC Bank, N.A. The Women's Foundation Scott Lumpkin of Colorado Mary Feller Scott R. Lumpkin & Becky Schaub Craig Hospital Foundation Associates Junior League of Denver Monica Colbert Community Volunteer

2018 Steering Committee Members AFP Colorado Chapter is proud to serve as the host for National Philanthropy Day in Colorado DeAnn Acosta, CFRE, AFP Colorado Chapter Cory Andersen, CFRE, Snavely Associates kayla Arnesen, The Denver Hospice Serena Bruzgo, Denver Museum of Nature & Science Josh Gold, Congregation Rodef Shalom Sarah Grazier, CFRE, Colorado Heath Care Policy & Financing Su Hawk, CareerWise Susan Hyatt, Big Purpose Big Impact Our video presentation was generously supported Molly McNerney, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society by Platinum Honoree Video Sponsor Jane Marsh, University of Colorado Boulder Anne Modler, Taylor Made Connections kC Netzke, El Sistema Colorado Gerry Rasel, Colorado Nonprofit Association kathie Repola, CFRE, Lutheran Medical Center Foundation Nancy Stewart, Child Advocates – Denver CASA Tami Vinson, CFRE, Dini Spheris Silver Sponsor Charlie Wright, FirstBank

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