May 23, 2009 “A special thank you to the Fort Collins Human Relations Commission for honoring community members who promote acceptance and respect for
diversity among residents in the city of Fort Collins. The commission members include Jennifer Lowe, Elaine Boni, Kent Bryans, Karen Wong-Brown, Joann Ginal, Maya Jairam, James Ross, Kelly Evans and Jason Thiel. Thank you also to Rebecca O’Donnell, human resources partner. Awards and certificates were recently presented to emergency services personnel, adults, senior citizens, organizations and youths at a special award breakfast.” Tony Espinoza, International Baccalaureate Spanish instructor, Poudre High School “Thumbs up to the women who participated in and contributed to our ‘May Day Mah Jongg for Matthews House.’ We made $2,100 for Matthews House, a nonprofit that serves at-risk youths ages 16 to 21. The women played mah jongg and enjoyed wine and amazing appetizers provided by Tina Costello, Betty Givens, Jeanne Thomas and Betsy Toll. Thank you to the neighbors of Cottonwood Point for providing the card tables and chairs. A special thanks to DazBog Coffee Shop, Fort Collins Country Club, Harmony Club, Kilwin’s Chocolates and Ice Cream, Pappy’s Corner Pub, Ptarmigan Country Club and Studio 17 for donating our door prizes and to Susan Brietkopf, International Minute Press of Phoenix, Ariz., for creating and donating the printing.” Vickie Mitchell and Kathy Mason, hostesses for May Day May Jongg for Matthews House “Catholic Charities &mdash The Mission of Fort Collins would like to thank all of the participants, volunteers and contributors who provided their time, efforts and funding to paint more than 3,500 square feet of our shelter dorms, TV room, hallways, offices and lobby the weekend of April 18-19. A special thank you to Kwal Paint, Clay’s ACE Hardware and Journey Homes of Greeley for donating all of the paint and supplies for the project. The project was initiated for the CSUnity volunteer outreach program on Saturday and was augmented by volunteers from local groups Kiwanis Club, National Charity League and a St. Joseph Catholic Church youth group who continued the project Sunday.” Laine Walnicki, Catholic Charities Northern “On behalf of all of parents, coaches and players within Fort Collins Baseball Club, we would like to congratulate the Rocky Mountain Baseball team for its tremendous accomplishment for the third straight win at the state baseball playoffs. This is a true testament to the communitywide support for this team, through all of the FCBC coaches, players and parents who have helped to contribute to the success of this outstanding team. A special thank you to all of the Rocky baseball players who have passed through the Baseball Club and to all of our dedicated high school baseball coaches who continue to support baseball throughout our community at all ages.” Gary Buffington, president Pat Wunsch, executive director “Thumbs up to everyone who made Rocky Mountain High School Wellness Day a huge success for our students and staff! A special thanks to all of our community participants, including those who donated items: Breathe Yoga (prizes), Dr. Engelhardt (dental samples), EPIC (passes), Fort Collins Bike Co-op (bike), Fort Collins Club (passes), Healthy Kids Club (food for cooking class), Heart and Hand Chiropractic (staff massages), IBMC (staff massages), Heart and Hand Chiropractic, PVHS (bike helmet), Rock Stop and Recycled Cycles (bike), Skins Sportswear (prizes), and Wright Life (long board).” Kelly Rollins, LCSW, Fort Collins “The Rocky Mountain High School Leadership Class would like to give a thumbs up to the following businesses for their support and donations to our Teacher Appreciation Week May 4-8: Taste of Philly, The Texas Roadhouse, Ohana, Gulley’s Greenhouse, The Chocolate Cafe, The Cupboard, Choice City, Rustic Oven, Eliot’s Mess, Pappy’s, Starbuck’s on Drake Road, Spoons, Gib’s Bagels, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, All Occasions, Carmike Cinema, The Lyric Cinema Cafe, Bisetti’s and especially Rubio’s Mexican Grill for providing lunch to all our teachers. Without this support, we could not have been able to do as much to honor our teachers, who often don’t get the thanks they deserve. Thanks for making it something special!” Ginny Cox and the RMHS Leadership Class
“Thumbs up to Poudre Valley Hospital! PVH has been a wonderful angel behind the scenes for Fort Collins Meals on Wheels for more than 35 years. It has provided, with consistency and passion, hot, nutritious and, when necessary to meet dietary restrictions, very specific meals to MOW clients &mdash more than 35,000 meals last year! We applaud their community spirit in this terrific service, without which Fort Collins Meals on Wheels would not be able to serve their client base as efficiently or cost-effectively.” Gretchen Osborn, on behalf of the Fort Collins Meals on Wheels Board of Directors