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NOVEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Tara Norris | tara.norris@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Thankful GREELEY, WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR THIS YEAR? When we look around, we have so many reasons to count our blessings. We hope that this issue will remind you of the thoughtful, kind and generous people we have living among us as our neighbors and friends. In this issue, you'll read about a few of the numerous multi-generational family-owned businesses in Greeley. We are thankful for these families and the ways they have given back to Greeley for decades, some dating back four generations. It always warms our hearts to see our local businesses go above and beyond

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their call to action, like Weld County Garage's partnership with Jobs for Hope, Slaughter Roofing’s neighborly service, or Weld Trust’s support of the Bright Futures Scholarship Fund. This month, we hope your home is filled with the aroma of freshly baked pies, the sounds of laughter around the table and the feeling of gratitude in your hearts as we take a moment to reflect on our neighbors who are always looking out for us.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2021

FEATURES 18 Multi Generational Greeley Businesses Deeply Rooted Families Making Greeley Great

30 Leading the Way A Partnership Between Two Very Different Organizations Serves Others and Offers Second Chances

35 Good Roofers, Good Neighbors Slaughter Roofing’s Decade Long Commitment to the Greeley Community

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38 Bright Futures Bright Futures Program Provides Scholarships and So Much More

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30 Local’s Choice

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Cattle Barons Ball 2021- $1.075 Million Raised and Counting! Thank you Sponsors, Donors, and Guests for a record breaking year! You did it! We broke the record for our Cattle Baron's Ball. Northern Colorado, you are a community filled with passionate, giving, and caring individuals and companies who raised $1.075 million dollars for the American Cancer Society.

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Life Stories Child & Family Advocacy Super Hero Run The 9th Annual Superhero Run & Family Carnival, presented by Auto Collision Specialists was another great success! The event not only raised over $24,000 to benefit Life Stories Child & Family Advocacy, helping give a voice to abused children, but also provided a safe, fun, family-friendly event and spread awareness about the critical issue of child abuse. The event drew over 300 “superheroes” who ran or walked in 8 different races including in-person and virtual distances and a newly added in-person 10K. Thank you to all the sponsors, participants, donors and volunteers who showed up to be superheroes for abused children!

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G R E E LE Y BUSINESSES

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N 1870, GREELEY’S FOUNDING USHERED IN FAMILIES,

ENTREPRENEURS, AND LEADERS WHO CAME TO BUILD A COMMUNITY WHERE FUTURE GENERATIONS COULD GROW AND THRIVE. Never has there been a lack of innovation nor dedication to the community in all of Greeley’s 150 years of existence. Today, entrepreneurs, leaders, and families remain abundant in our community, many of whom have long ties to Greeley’s history. In the following pages, you’ll find a few of these names -- families who have built their businesses and raised their families in our community, and

“The business has survived all of these years based on the principle to do the right thing, have faith, stay loyal and true to your beliefs, clients, and employees.”

in large part, made Greeley what it is today. Founded by Everett Palser in 1960, Cementer’s Inc. has prioritized family, faith, and community over bottom-line profits for more than 60 years. In 1992, the business made Greeley its forever home when Rose and Jack Stoller purchased the company from Rose’s father, Everett, and moved it to Northern Colorado. For over 20 years, Cementer’s Inc. has dedicated its time to professional, safe, and high-quality cementing services for the oil & gas industry in Weld County.

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In 2017, Caity and Nate Kvamme purchased the business from the Stollers, Caity’s parents, and became third-generation owners of Cementer’s Inc. Caity, having grown up among the business, states: “Nate and I are so proud to carry the torch,” and intend to remain strong stewards of Cementer’s, both who and what it represents. To Caity and Nate, being stewards of Cementer’s Inc. implies making business decisions based on what is right, rooted in a strong faith, will lead to long-term success for their clients, their employees and Cementer’s future. Nate and Caity state that, although out of character for corporate America, they “make decisions based on what is right, not simply the bottom-line.” The Kvammes believe in proudly carrying the torch to remain stewards of the foundation that is Cementer’s. “The business has survived all of these years based on the principle to do the right thing, have faith, stay loyal and true to your beliefs, clients, and employees,” Nate explains, “All that, held together by a lot of grit.” The Kvammes commitment to the principles of Cementer’s, coupled with their faith and loyalty to their employees, has made Cementer’s Inc. a trustworthy place to do business, a compassionate employer, and a generous member of the Greeley community for nearly three decades. CONTINUED >

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ED ORR & S A R A H WO O D L A N D

For Ed Orr and Sarah Woodland, real estate is about legacy. Orr Land Company was founded by Jack Orr in 1968, the original location in Kremmling, Colorado. After years of working with his father, Ed opened the Greeley location in 1985 and continues to oversee the brokerage today. His daughter, Sarah Woodland, is a third-generation broker with real estate in her blood, having been in the real estate business since 2005. Both Ed and Sarah have a deep-rooted love for Colorado land and are passionate about helping others stake their claim. Orr Land Company has witnessed many exciting changes in Greeley over the last 36 years and is proud to call Greeley home. They have been involved in the development of several local communities including Poudre River Ranch, Westridge Farms and T-Bone Ranch. Together, Ed and Sarah are in the process of developing “The Cache,” a large-scale, mixed-use development in West Greeley. The Cache will include unique and thoughtful community features, a diverse product mix and abundant open space in the form of parks, trails, and lakes. Ed and Sarah believe The Cache will be a cornerstone in the Greeley community for generations to come and help to bolster the legacy that the family has cultivated for more than 40 years in Colorado.

Ed and Sarah believe The Cache will be a cornerstone in the Greeley community for generations to come and help to bolster the legacy that the family has cultivated for more than 40 years in Colorado. 20

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The Solís family felt called to Greeley in

raved that the food was nothing like Greeley

2014 by their pastors, friends, and family who

had ever seen. Seven Fish was founded with

vowed that moving to Greeley would bring

the intention of bringing people together

their family great opportunity in business

over authentic food and rich community.

and rich connection in community. Though

Edith and Joel Solís credit their success

Edith (Dora) and her husband Joel had a

to God stating: “God put everything in place

family and a successful business in Culiacán,

and made a way for us.” Dora states that

Sinaloa, Mexico, the couple felt divinely

“Everything about Seven Fish is for God,”

guided to Greeley as the place they would

even the name. ‘Seven’ represents the Holy

raise their two sons, Jahir and Maximiliano,

number and ‘Fish’ represents Jesus’ miracle

and seven years later open their own food

of multiplication in the Bible. On their open-

truck, Seven Fish.

ing day, April 4, 2020, the crowds multiplied,

The idea for Seven Fish originated as the Sol ís family gathered in community with

“God put everything in place and made a way for us.”

people standing in line for two to three hours, eager to taste their food.

their friends and family. As the family pre-

Seven Fish was founded around a table

pared delicious food native to their home

with friends and family, a key tradition the

region of Culiacán, their new community

Solís’ hope to preserve.

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S COT T, A N DY, AND TED WA R NER Ted Warner, founder of Connecting Point, has been one of Greeley’s top experts in information technology for nearly 40 years. In the early 1980s, as the PC world was developing, Ted was at the forefront of the PC business market in Northern Colorado, working to connect dozens of small businesses in Northern Colorado to a lucrative, forward-thinking market. Since then, Ted Warner, later joined by his two sons Scott and Andy Warner, has guided hundreds of businesses across Colorado and Wyoming toward high quality network support, with a focus on IT Security and consulting services. As technology became a cornerstone to every small business, Ted developed deep connections to small business owners across the region. After 35 years, Ted transitioned ownership of Connecting Point to his two sons, Scott and Andy, leaving a legacy of purposeful connection with small businesses and exceptional service providing best-in-class technology productions, solutions, services and consulting. Since 2019, Scott and Andy have maintained Ted’s legacy, while building upon the company’s already firm foundation. Today, Connecting Point is recognized as one of the premier Managed IT Services providers across North America, but the Warners don’t stop there. For decades, the family has gone above and beyond in service to local nonprofits and in support of other local businesses, looking to invest back into their community. Connecting Point plays a pivotal role in the makeup of the Warner family, and Ted Warner knows that in the hands of his sons, Connecting Point’s legacy will remain, focusing on community, family, and service.

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A RT, P E N N Y, A N D PA R K E R G U T T ER S EN Ranchers by trade and tradition, the

The three-generation family business

Guttersen family’s identity is rooted in

hopes

Western lifestyle and values. In the early

and Western values that have served the

1960s, Michael and Penny Guttersen moved

Guttersen family for over 60 years. Parker

from Galveston, Texas to Northern Colorado

Guttersen says, “Having a strong family

where

Guttersen

base and creating an avenue for the next

family ranch. Over the next 60 years, Mike

generation to continue our family’s legacy

Guttersen,

and

of Western lifestyle and values is critical.”

community leader, not only grew a prosper-

He continues, “Mike Guttersen taught us

ous family-owned and operated Ranch in

not only to be a member of the community

Northern Colorado, but instilled hard work,

but to strive to be an honest and excep-

integrity, and community values into the gen-

tional one.”

they

established businessman,

the

rancher,

maintain

the

ranch-lifestyle

erations of ranchers that would succeed him.

The Northern Colorado community has

Arthur Guttersen, Mike’s son, was raised

been pivotal to the family’s success and

on the Western values of respect, family, and

Parker states, “We are grateful to be a part of

hard work. To this day, Art maintains the land

it.” Today, Art and Parker Guttersen not only

that his father once worked alongside his son,

work their multi-acreage land but work to pre-

Parker Guttersen. Together, Art and Parker

serve Northern Colorado as a wonderful place

run 3,000 head of cattle -- often already out

to live, ensuring the generous and benevolent

on their morning ride before the sun rises.

spirit of a Rancher.

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CHARLIE AND MICHAEL TROT TER Michael Trotter, part-owner of Front Range Roofing Systems with over 25 years of experience in the commercial roofing industry, has been a key player in building the business’ reputation in Greeley. For the past two decades, Michael has prioritized customer-driven service, high-quality products, and a dedicated team of employees. Witnessing his father’s dedication to the business, Charlie Trotter began working for Front Range Roofing Systems at the age of 16 in the shop and later on a roofing crew. Today, Charlie works as one of the company’s Project Managers. The father-son duo has grown a great appreciation for working together and Michael states that “Seeing Charlie every day is fun but watching him succeed is a thrill.” Beyond their dedication to the business, Michael and Charlie care deeply about serving the community they live, work, and play in. Michael and Charlie are passionate about preparing the next generation of workers, innovators, and thought leaders and support local school district foundations to ensure that young people are being provided as many opportunities and tools as possible. More than anything, Michael says, “Knowing that Charlie cares about the Company, our employees and customers as much as I do, is the most satisfying.” Front Range Roofing Systems is widely known throughout the Greeley community for more than just their trucks, but because of the professionalism, service, and attention to detail that the father-son duo strives toward in service to their customers and the community. 24

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Founded in 1987, Fisher Landscaping Inc.

The Company is owned & operated by

has built their business around the concept

Tammi Fisher and her son’s Tyler & Jeff

of Family. Whether it’s their employees or

Fisher. Both boys were born and raised in

their customers, Fisher never loses sight

Greeley and their focus on Business does

that Family is top priority and will always

not stray too far from Greeley.

come first. From kid’s activities to commu-

Fisher Landscaping Inc. prides itself on

nity involvement, the Fisher Family leads

being a full-service custom landscaping

the way with making sure all in their circle

company with most of their business serving

emulate this same focus.

residential customers and repeat customers

Today, the Company can handle any

over the last 34 years.

landscaping needs one may have, from

Tammi states, “I love the boys being a part

outdoor Living Spaces, Water Features,

of my life every day, that’s the true benefit of

Landscaping & Irrigation Systems to Paver

a Family Business.”

“I love the boys being a part of my life every day, that’s the true benefit of a Family Business.”

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Patios, Retaining walls and Snow Removal.

T Y L E R , TA M M I , AND JEFF FI S H ER

CONTINUED >

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Founded in 1976, Pioneer Press was

Carroll, Paul, and Cris all have owned

purchased in 1999 by Paul Sorelle. Shortly

other successful businesses over their

after, his son Cris, joined him as a pressman

respective careers and pool their vast

helper. He worked his way up the ranks of

knowledge

the company, learning every aspect of the

Pioneer Press.

and

experiences

run

business. Today, Cris runs the business,

Cris states, “It’s a dream to work with

while Paul and Grandad Carroll office

my Dad and have my Grand-Dad’s lifelong

together at Pioneer and enjoy advising Cris

experiences to call on when making busi-

about new technology that has allowed

ness decisions.” “It is a true blessing to see

Pioneer to become an innovative and

them on a daily basis at the office.”

expanding company. This partnership has

Pioneer Press’s team is filled with long

led to large increases in sales and profits

tenured employees, and the family feels

under their leadership. Justin (15) is a soph-

fortunate to be a part of the Greeley

omore at Frontier Academy and has grown

community and actively gives back and

up in the Pioneer family and is poised to join

participates in all the greatness Greeley

the legacy built by the Sorelle family.

has to offer.

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“It’s a dream to work with my Dad and have my GrandDad’s lifelong experiences to call on when making business decisions.”

L A R RY, E L L I E , A N D G A RY DUR AN Brothers Gary, Larry, and Ellie Duran take great pride about being born and raised in Greeley. They also take great pride in the fact that for their first 20 plus years of business, their father Ernie was always a call away to help mold and shape them with business advice and mentoring any and all situations. Starting in 1979 with one loader digging basements, Duran excavating has now evolved into a regional company that works in a multitude of large and complex projects. All three brothers have children working in the company. The greatest pride for the three brothers is watching their children embrace and make impacts within their respective roles. Gary’s son Noah is a full-time student but works around his school schedule for Duran Excavating. Ellie’s sons Dustin and Devin both work for the company fulltime and are making great impacts daily. Larry’s son Josh is a valued employee for the company, and his daughter Jon Marie manages the family’s relatively new Poudre River Storage business and is making a great contribution. To a man, the three brothers share, that it’s great to see their children take an interest, embrace the family business and bring new technologies and ideas to grow the business. They are elated that they will be able to pass the torch to the next generations of Duran’s. CityLifestyle.com/Greeley

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The core of Weld County Garage culture is, “driven to do what’s right.” Warren lives that out by offering people opportunities for redemption, by partnering with the Greeley organization, Jobs of Hope. “We certainly believe in giving people a second chance whatever your background is,” Warren said. Established in 2013, Jobs of Hope is a faith-based community organization with the mission to: “Restore hope and see transformation in the lives of gang-affiliated individuals and those involved in the justice system.” GREELEY HAS CHANGED SIGNIFICANTLY OVER THE PAST

Executive Director, Ernest Cienfuegos-Baca, describes Jobs of Hope

100 YEARS, BUT WELD COUNTY GARAGE HAS SERVED THE

as a re-entry program for men who are coming out of incarceration, have

COMMUNITY BASED ON A STURDY FOUNDATION OF VAL-

felonies or gang affiliation and are struggling to reintegrate back into the

UES THAT HAVE SPANNED GENERATIONS. Founded in 1908,

community. Jobs of Hope offers a core program called Men of Valor, con-

Weld County Garage grew into a cornerstone in the community,

sisting of 20 classes that are based on Biblical values. “We talk about the

honoring its core values: Respect, integrity, the golden rule, fun, and

transformation that occurs within a man - to transform his life and leave

togetherness. For the owners of Weld County Garage, operating on

behind all that ‘stuff’ and start a new chapter so that he can be a better

a strong set of values is ingrained in every decision, including pro-

father, husband, and man,” said Ernest.

viding second chances to individuals hoping for transformation. In 1982, Lee Yoder and two business partners purchased Weld County Garage from the third generation of the McArthur Family. In high school, Lee’s son Warren Yoder started working in the business and experienced a bit of everything from washing cars to working in the body shop, service department and sales. Warren said that working in all these areas gave him a greater understanding of the issues the employees address on a regular basis. In 1994, when Lee was ready to retire, Warren was prepared to take the reins. There was no pressure from Warren’s dad to

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“There are generations of customers who have come through our doors to purchase their vehicles. We have a positive reputation and I want to make sure that continues.”

take over the business. Warren felt it was a natural progression and that he would be in the role someday, however, the transition wasn’t without hiccups. “We really battled. It was hard. It was a hard transition for him, and I really thought I was going to get kicked out of the business,” said Warren. He is thankful that he and his dad worked through it, and eventually, his dad gave Warren the freedom to pave his own path. Warren recalls feeling confident at first in his skills to take over his dad’s business, “When you’re young, you think you know it all, but you don’t want to reveal that you don’t, so you just work harder and try to figure it out. Now it’s like second nature, you don’t even think about it.”

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After 27 years of serving as General Manager and Owner, Warren is ready to begin transitioning leadership of the business to a third generation Yoder -- his son Chase. “I’m going through flashbacks and glimpses

When you have hope, you’re willing to work hard for yourself, for your family, for your kids. And that’s what Jobs of Hope is all about – giving you hope

of memories when me and my dad went through the transition,” said Warren. Chase has fond memories of running around the shop when he was a young boy. Like his dad, Chase also began working at Weld County Garage as a teenager, experiencing all areas from car washing, car moving, sales and finance. When Chase began his college path in business, he realized

Through partnerships with many Greeley agencies and

he could achieve better hands-on learning from his dad. “I

employers, Jobs of Hope helps their men find faith and hope.

ended up ditching my college classes to sell cars. One of my

“When you have hope, you’re willing to work hard for yourself,

professors said it was not a smart idea,” he recalls. Chase

for your family, for your kids. And that’s what Jobs of Hope is

is currently the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and is look-

all about – giving you hope,” said Ernest. If an employer con-

ing forward to stepping into his dad’s role in the future. “My

nects with Jobs of Hope, a relationship is established first to see

grandfather and father did so many things well, and I’m

what opportunities are available. Then Jobs of Hope screens

excited to put my stamp on it,” Chase said.

candidates and sends individuals who they think are truly a

Leading a more than 100-year-old business into the future

consideration for the business. “We never ask an employer to

comes with some pressure. “There are generations of cus-

make a commitment to hire. All we ask is that they’ll make a

tomers who have come through our doors to purchase their

commitment to opening the door to meet the candidate and see

vehicles. We have a positive reputation and I want to make

if they might be a good fit for your company,” explains Ernest.

sure that continues,” said Chase. Whether it’s helping men

Since its inception, about 400 men have come through

from Jobs of Hope transform their lives, or serving the com-

Jobs of Hope and around 200 have officially completed the

munity, the Yoder’s are dedicated to the values and mission of

program. Over the past several years, Weld County Garage

Weld County Garage and continuing as a cornerstone of the

has hired five candidates from Jobs of Hope. “We’ve had

community for generations to come.

some really good success and we’ve had some that haven’t worked out, which is no different than it would be with any other employees,” explains Warren. When Warren and his wife Julie Yoder discovered Jobs of Hope, it wasn’t long before their hearts were transformed. As parents of three boys of their own, Warren and Julie quickly gained compassion for the men at Jobs of Hope. The Yoder’s embrace the men from Jobs of Hope the same way they do all employees - like they’re part of the Weld County Garage family. “When some of these guys have left employment with us, it’s always really hard, especially on me - it just hurts,” said Warren, referring to the feeling of a family member leaving.

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SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR OVER 30 YEARS, SLAUGHTER ROOFING WAS FOUNDED WITH A DESIRE TO KEEP THEIR NEIGHBORS IN MIND. Slaughter Roofing was established by Mike and Gina Slaughter in 1987 to fill an increasing need for roofing contractors in Northern Colorado. Over the years, two of their children, Andy and Cara, have become increasingly involved in the business, investing their time and efforts to continue the legacy that their parents have cultivated in Greeley. The Slaughter family views their multi-generational, family-oriented business as being uniquely positioned to get to know their customers in a more personal way. “Our favorite part of our business is by far the people…” Mike said. “We love meeting new people, reconnecting with old friends, and providing a service they are both satisfied with and can depend on. We are not just replacing a roof or fixing a leak, we are protecting what’s inside – the things you love the most.” In addition to being a family-oriented business, Slaughter Roofing is dedicated to taking the fear out of getting a new roof by educating their customers personally. “We’ve developed a hands-on approach to walking our customers through the repair or replace process,” Mike added. “Hiring a roofing company can be daunting but our goal is to make the process simple and straightforward.”

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While many companies like Slaughter Roofing focus on expanding their business to increase profits, the Slaughter family has chosen to follow a less conventional path and remained a small business only in Greeley. “We’ve chosen to stay located in Greeley because scale creates distance and our value is in the community that we have roots planted in,” Mike said. “We love Greeley and it’s a privilege to be a part of this community.” The Slaughters have spent the last 34 years cultivating relationships and raising their families alongside their customers by remaining in Greeley. Staying locally focused has also allowed the Slaughters to uphold one of their core values: “to invest in the wellbeing of our community and the neighborhoods we live and work in.” The Slaughter’s know that residents of Greeley, many of whom are their friends, are tired of high-pressure salespeople who come in after a storm. Remaining community-oriented and striving to be a good neighbor, Slaughter Roofing keeps its process simple and straightforward. In addition to their commitment to customer service, the Slaughter family gives back to the community to demonstrate their gratitude for a great place for their family and business to grow and thrive. “Part of our mission as a local business is to be a good neighbor,” Mike said. “Every year we partner with several local organizations we believe are working to better Greeley for everyone. Some of the groups we have worked with are American Cancer Society, Weld Food Bank, A Woman’s Place, School District 6, and the Greeley Stampede.” For their combined work in their community, and excellent service, Slaughter Roofing has earned several awards, the latest of which being the 2020 Platinum Product Excellence Award for their industry-leading contributions to the roofing category. “This industry recognition reflects our continued focus on bringing a results-oriented, customer-driven approach to running our business and delivering trustworthy, dependable work for homeowners,” Andy said. Every day, members of Slaughter Roofing strive to build relationships with their community, meet the needs of their customers, and strengthen their hometown. The Slaughter family hopes that if they were to close their doors tomorrow, the impact they left on the community could be measured in more than just how many shingles they laid. The team at Slaughter Roofing is more than just good roofers; they’re good neighbors. 36

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bright futures

ARTICLE RHONDA MOREHEAD

BRIGHT FUTURES PROGRAM PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS AND SO MUCH MORE

THE BRIGHT FUTURES PROGRAM IS A UNIQUE

assistance per year for four years. Since its inception, the

TUITION ASSISTANCE OPPORTUNITY FOR WELD

program has assisted over 6,000 Weld County students

COUNTY RESIDENTS. The program provides scholar-

with over $17 million in grants.

ships for Weld County High School graduates and hon-

Bright Futures supports Weld County students, their

orably discharged veterans. It was initiated in 2015 by

families, residents, and the business community. The

the Weld County Commissioners as a workforce devel-

tuition stipend alleviates some of the financial burdens of

opment program. Bright Futures serves approximately

post-secondary education. These grants may also encour-

1,200 students annually with up to $2,000 of tuition

age students to consider a higher education degree or

Greeley West High School 2019 Graduation

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certification who might otherwise have thought it was too costly. “Increasing the number of individuals with higher education or trade certifications creates a stronger workforce in Weld County,” said Bright Futures Director, Sarah Rice. “This ultimately builds a strong

Bright Futures to the NCMC Foundation positions it for sustainability

foundation for a stable economy. It’s beneficial for all of Weld County.”

for generations to come,” said Jeff Carlson, Chief Executive Officer

The Bright Futures students are provided a hand-up through the

for NCMC Foundation. “The continued support and guidance from

program, not a hand-out. These students are required to maintain

our Board of Directors and staff will ensure the Bright Futures pro-

a 2.0 GPA to remain eligible. They also must complete 16 hours of

gram fulfills the vision of a workforce development program created

volunteer service each year. “We want our students giving back while

by the County Commissioners.”

receiving this financial benefit,” Rice said. “It’s essential students learn the importance of taking care of the community we all call home.”

The success of the Bright Futures program continues to rely on donations from individuals and businesses in Weld County. The

Earlier this year, the Bright Futures program moved from Upstate

Weld County Commissioners encourage donations by providing

Colorado to the North Colorado Medical Center Foundation (NCMC

donors with a 50% Weld County property tax credit on any amount

Foundation). The mission of this organization is to promote excel-

donated to the program. To donate or learn more about Bright

lence in health and education in Weld County. “The transition of

Futures, please visit www.brightfuturesco.com.

Sarah Rice

Jeff Carlson

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