Inspiring People to Give:
Inspiring people to give is the latest initiative to be launched by the Colorado Group Realty Charitable Foundation in response to COVID-19. The Foundation will match up to $10,000 worth of donations to four local non-profits: Steamboat Creates, Steamboat REPS (Reaching Everyone Preventing Suicide), Routt County Humane Society and Steamboat Reading.
Steamboat Creates:
Last year, Steamboat Creates, which focuses on support of arts and culture, was the beneficiary from CGR’s Annual Parade of Homes. Sadly, the event cannot be held this summer due to COVID-19. “Working with Colorado Group Realty showed us how dedicated and passionate they are in giving back to the community,” said Dagny McKinley, Development Director of Steamboat Creates. “We are looking at huge financial losses due to COVID-19. This support reminds us that Colorado Group Realty believes in the work that we do and these funds will help us get through these difficult times”. Part of this summer’s programing includes online art classes for Steamboat’s adults and youth.
Steamboat Reading:
The physical closure of schools has had negative consequences for students, in particular struggling readers. In an effort to combat the loss of instructional time, Steamboat Reading is offering more opportunities for individualized reading instruction and support for families. “One of our upper elementary-aged students who is dyslexic has a goal for the summer, to learn to read, “said Kim Schulz, Executive Director of Steamboat Reading. “Donations help Steamboat Reading support families with scholarships to help their children reach their goals.”
Reaching Everyone Preventing Suicide:
COVID-19 has sparked a dramatic increase in the need for support within the community, in particular mental health. “We are grateful to Colorado Group Realty for this collaborative opportunity to further continue our mission to preserve, protect and promote life,” said Mindy Marriot, Executive Director of Steamboat REPS. “These needed funds will help us sustain our free therapy and counseling program and continue to provide crisis support services to our most vulnerable population.”
Routt County Humane Society:
Not all members of the community have a voice to share their needs including the city’s population of pets. The Routt County Humane Society has seen a dramatic drop in revenue but a rise in the need for animal rescue. “Our community and donor support during the pandemic has been remarkable and made it possible for Routt County Humane Society to provide critical services and programs within a humane animal-sheltering model to our community pets,” said Elaine Hicks, Executive Director of RCHS. “Your donations continue to fund our life saving work and we are so grateful for your support.”
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