I’ve been blown away lately at the amount of philanthropic activity in Jefferson County. I had three of the most energetic meetings last Friday and couldn’t decide which one to talk about first. So I’ll mention all three.
You’ve seen the construction on the new animal shelter on 6th Avenue by the Jeffco Fairgrounds for months. Table Mountain Animal Center will become Foothills Animal Shelter this summer. It will be the second largest animal center in the metro area. The new 30,000 square foot facility will be more than double the size of the current one and will allow them to significantly improve current services. The capital campaign is underway and they are seeking to raise $3 million in a short amount of time. All animal lovers should consider the new Foothills Animal Shelter for charitable giving now by going to www.tablemountainanimals.org
From there, I moved on to another massive construction project, the St. Anthony Hospital off of 6th and Union. I am on the Art Committee, a group of people dedicated to raising money to place a beautiful piece of art in every room of the new hospital. The artwork collection for the new hospital is a blend of nature with an urban contemporary feel. Establishing a common foundation for patients, docs, nurses, and staff, the art collection will create an uplifting atmosphere that represents our physical being, as well as the spirit within all of us. We reviewed the overall art work themes – they are amazing. From “zen” to a sense of place to butterflies to family to colorful Colorado, the themes will support all employees and patients. All art lovers and fans of St. Anthony Hospital should consider donating on www.stanthonyhealthfoundation.org to help raise $2 million for the artwork collection.
And in the evening, my husband and I attended a fundraiser for the Jeffco 150 for Kids – a mission to bring a Boys & Girls Club to Jefferson County. We don’t have one, hard to believe isn’t it? We have a goal of raising $1 million by Saturday, May 1. All of Jeffco’s top leaders are chairing this effort. We know that Boys & Girls Clubs help kids build confidence and character and appreciation for civic and social achievement. This fundraising event was held at the new Paul Mitchell School in Belmar and we heard from top leaders, but most importantly the kids who have been saved by the Boys & Girls Clubs. We were so moved that we about volunteered to pay for college for one amazing young girl! We watched as almost everyone in the room went up on stage and donated $1,000 of personal money. Donations to the B&G Club effort are tax deductible and qualify for a 50% Colorado State Income Tax Credit. I have no doubt from the energy in that room that they will raise the $1 in the next six weeks. And you know what I’m going to say next…please help us! Go to www.bgcmd.org and join the effort to bring a Boys & Girls Club to Jefferson County.
Please give what you can to our amazing non-profits of Jefferson County – our future depends on it! Thanks for reading.
Much success,
Amy Sherman
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