The process of rejuvenating, renewing vitality and energy, and creating ourselves, our relationships and our places anew. Continuing and bettering our communities through civic engagement, philanthropy, and volunteerism. Renewing involves a regenerative mindset in which we give, care for, and engage in our communities to help everyone achieve well-being.
Priority Issues: Community contributions, civic engagement, philanthropy
Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership
The Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership (EVRJP) works to strengthen community safety, accountability, and healing by providing restorative responses to harm and conflict across the Estes Valley. It serves individuals, families, schools, law enforcement partners, and community members through community-based restorative programs. EVRJP addresses issues such as low-level criminal offenses, school-related incidents, interpersonal conflict, and community harm. Its approach focuses on accountability, dialogue, and repairing harm rather than punishment alone. EVRJP uses proven restorative practices, including Community Group Conferencing, conflict coaching, facilitated dialogues, and community conversations. These processes bring together those harmed, those responsible, and affected community members to build understanding, take responsibility, and create meaningful agreements for repair. Through this work, EVRJP reduces repeat harm, supports victims, diverts appropriate cases from the traditional justice system, and helps individuals remain connected to their community. Its goal is a safer, more resilient Estes Valley built on understanding, responsibility, and shared well-being.
Northern Colorado United for Youth
Northern Colorado United for Youth (NOCO UNIFY) is a fundraising catalyst in the community for organizations serving at-risk youth. Through philanthropy, it provides opportunities to young and emerging leaders for personal growth, leadership development, and a sense of community. NOCO UNIFY hosts annual events with the intent of generating significant funds for youth-focused nonprofits throughout Northern Colorado. NOCO UNIFY’s events grow each year—raising more dollars to fund important organizations and promoting a culture of giving in the region, and reaching outside of the region and state for matching dollars to further leverage the community giving at each event.
Rotary Club of Fort Collins
The Rotary Club of Fort Collins is powered by service, driven by leadership, and fueled by fellowship. It offers two convenient meeting times: a weekly lunchtime meeting with robust programs and fellowship, and an energetic after-work meeting at a local brewery. This dual approach allows it to attract a vibrant mix of members, creating a truly diverse and engaging club. Through its Leadership Academy, a dynamic 6-month cohort-based program offered annually, it helps members and non-members hone their leadership skills while building connections and fostering community. Its robust community grants committee channels significant funding into impactful local initiatives. It supports a wide range of projects, including school supplies for children on the Mexican border, food support for Fort Collins residents, scholarships, and grants to other local nonprofits.
