Lyons Community Foundation
  • Home
  • About
    • Advisory Board
    • Annual Report
    • Job Openings
  • Grants
    • Information and Application
    • Grants Review Committee
    • 2022 Grant Recipients
  • Scholarships
    • Scholarship Information
    • How to apply for a scholarship
    • How to create a scholarship
    • 2022 Scholarship Recipients
  • Blog
  • Events
  • Donate
    • Donate Now
    • Donate Monthly
    • Donate a Legacy
    • Donor Stories
    • Giving FAQ
  • Volunteer

Winter 2022 LCF Newsletter

12/29/2022

0 Comments

 

Winter 2022 LCF News Update

Image

The LCF Advisory Board would like to wish you and your family

Peace, Love, Joy, and GOOD Health in the coming year!

Looking back at this past year, we are so grateful for all of the community events which we were able to host or sponsor this past year including the Winter Wonderland concerts, the Valentine's Day outreach at the St.Vrain Market, the Lucky Lyons race on St.Patrick's Day, the Easter Egg Hunt, the Artisan Market and BBQ cook-off, the Sandstone Concert Series, the Hootenanny and the Holiday Parade of Lights. We always look forward to connecting with community members, our friends and neighbors at these fun events.

Lyons continues to shine thanks to wonderful initiatives that LCF is able to support through your generous contributions. Thanks to your support, LCF was able to award $50,000 in Community Support Grants this past fall and help six high school seniors pursue their post-secondary education. We couldn't have done it without you! THANK YOU!!

 

Can you help us continue our legacy of giving in Lyons?

DONATE NOW
 

At the Lyons Community Foundation, we are grateful for this community, especially in times of disaster. The devastating fire on Main Street was proof of how much we care about each other. In fact, the LCF Advisory Board did not hesitate to allocate funds to help local businesses impacted by the fire. 

 

Community Support Grants

Thanks to your support, the grant review committee was able to increase the total amount of grants awarded to $50,000. This year, 17 diverse projects will take place in 2023. These projects help to PROVIDE Human Services, CONNECT the Community, SUPPORT Local Ecology and INVEST in our Youth in the greater Lyons area.
Find out more about the recipients by visiting LCF's website ››

For the first time since 2019, LCF felt comfortable hosting an indoor reception honoring grant recipients. Thank you to Betsy Burton and Mike Whipp for offering to host this event at the Farmette.

Front row (left to right): Lory Barton, Executive Director of LEAF, Chrystal DeCoster and Betsy Burton (Lyons Creates), Monique Sawyer-Lang and Baiba Lennard (Lyons Redstone Museum)

 

Back row (left to right): Michelle Phelan (St.Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation), Audra Felt (Lyons Booster Club), Regan Bullers (SEED Seminar Project), Jessie Berta-Thompson and Garima Fairfax (Rocky Mountain Botanic Gardens), Mayor Hollie Rogin (Town of Lyons), Melinda Wunder (LAHC), Janaki Jane (Wide Spaces Community Initiative), Lisa Ramsey (Town of Lyons)

 

LCF Scholarship Fund

The Lyons Community Foundation (LCF) is pleased to announce that there are now eight college scholarships available to graduating high school students from the greater Lyons area for the 2023 school year. Thanks to Cemex and the Lyons Garden Club, there are two new scholarships available this year. Cemex is funding a $1,000 scholarship to students wanting to be a steward for the environment. The Lyons Garden Club is sponsoring a $1,500 scholarship for students interested in pursuing a career in horticulture or a related field. Thank you to these local organizations/businesses for stepping up to help more students attend a post-secondary institution.

 

As prices increase everywhere, LCF has realized that the rate of tuition and books has also increased. Based on the Scholarship committee’s recommendation, the LCF Advisory Board decided to raise the maximum scholarship amount up to $5,000 per recipient for three of the scholarships they fund: LCF Mission Scholarship, Janet Orback Memorial Scholarship, LCF Scholarship in memory of Steve Ralston.

 

If you know of a Senior who attends a local high school or is home schooled, please encourage them to apply for an LCF scholarship. Scholarships range from $500 to $5,000. The deadline to apply is March 10th at 3pm.

Find out more here>>

Apply for an LCF scholarship HERE
 

Thank you Planet Bluegrass!

Thanks to Planet Bluegrass stepping up to match an anonymous donation of $10,000, LCF was able to raise over $30,000 for its matching grant campaign this fall. We are very grateful for these strong partnerships in our community.

Zach Tucker, latest board member to join LCF's Advisory Board hands Jeanne Moore, and Gil Sparks, chair and vice-chair of LCF a check for $10,000.

 

LCF awards Lyons Creates $15,000

LCF is eager to help Lyons Creates reach its goal of the formulation of a Creative District, a distinction from the State of Colorado that the organization aims to earn for the Town of Lyons.

 

LCF thanks advisory board members for their service

You have helped make a difference in your community! LCF thanks you for embracing LCF's mission over the years by serving to improve the quality of life, build a culture of giving and  encourage positive change in the greater Lyons area.

Thank you Jeanne Moore and Claudia Kean for serving as chair of LCF and as co-treasurer, respectively for the last 5 years. 

Thank you Tanya Daty for serving as LCF's Marketing and Communications consultant for the last 2.5 years. 

 

Upcoming events.....

LCF is proud to sponsor the Winter Wonderland Concert Series.

 

Please save the following dates in your calendar:

January 29th

February 25th

March 11th 

CO Gives Day

 Thanks to your support, LCF raised $6,900.98  on CO Gives Day!

Facebook Twitter Instagram

Our Contact Information
*{{Organization Name}}*
*{{Organization Address}}*
*{{Organization Phone}}*
*{{Organization Website}}*

*{{Unsubscribe}}*

0 Comments

Lyons Community Foundation 2023 College Scholarships NOW Available

12/21/2022

0 Comments

 
The Lyons Community Foundation (LCF) is pleased to announce that there are now eight college scholarships available to graduating high school students from the greater Lyons area for the 2023 school year. Thanks to Cemex and the Lyons Garden Club, there are two new scholarships available this year. Cemex is funding a $1,000 scholarship to students wanting to be a steward for the environment. The Lyons Garden Club is sponsoring a $1,500 scholarship for students interested in pursuing a career in horticulture. Thank you to these local organizations/businesses for stepping up to help more students attend a post-secondary institution.

As prices increase everywhere, LCF has realized that the rate of tuition and books has also increased. Based on the Scholarship committee’s recommendation, the LCF Advisory Board decided to raise the maximum scholarship amount up to $5,000 per recipient for three of the scholarships they fund. If you are interested in honoring the memory of a loved one, please reach out to LCF (scholarship@lyonscf.org) to set up a scholarship fund in their name.

Applications are available online at www.lyonscf.org under the Scholarships tab. Below is a brief description of each scholarship; please refer to the 2023 LCF Scholarship List on our website (www.lyonscf.org) for complete information about eligibility and submission requirements. All applications must be received by March 10, 2023 at 3:00pm. Hard copies of complete application forms and required documents may be returned to the counseling office of Lyons Senior High School or mailed to the Lyons Community Foundation, PO Box 546, Lyons Co, 80540. The scholarships may be used at any accredited post-secondary education program in the country or as otherwise noted for each scholarship. Students must be accepted to or have acceptance pending at their prospective school(s) when they submit their applications.

Lyons Community Foundation Mission Scholarship. One scholarship up to $5,000 offered by the Lyons Community Foundation, will recognize any graduating senior from Lyons Senior High School, a graduating senior living in the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code) attending a different high school, or home schooled student from the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code) who embodies the LCF's mission of improving the quality of life, building a culture of giving, and encourage positive change for the greater Lyons area.

2021 Lyons Community Foundation 2-Year Study Scholarship. One $2000 scholarship offered by the Lyons Community Foundation, will recognize any graduating senior from Lyons Senior High School, a graduating senior living in the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code) attending a different high school, or home schooled student from the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code) who plans to attend a two-year program at college / university,  trade school or other technical / vocational training. The scholarship will recognize a student who embodies the LCF’s mission of improving the quality of life, building a culture of giving, and encourage positive change for the greater Lyons area.
 

Uncle Louis “Bud” Winkler Memorial Scholarship.  Honoring the memory of businessman Louis Winkler, one $1000 scholarship is available to any graduating senior from Lyons Senior High School, a graduating senior living in the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code) attending a different high school, or home schooled student from the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code) who has at least a 3.0 GPA and plans on majoring in business or finance.

Janet Orback Memorial Scholarship.  Established in 2018, this scholarship (up to $5,000) honors the memory of lifelong Lyons resident Janet Orback, who along with her husband Dave, tirelessly helped to provide support and friendship to her neighbors whose homes and lives were destroyed in the 2013 floods, as well as being stewards of the Lyons Cemetery for over 15 years. Recipients of the Janet Orback Memorial Scholarship must be a graduating senior from Lyons Senior High School with a minimum 2.5 GPA, and be active participants in the community, and show a commitment to caring for the environment. Lyons area homeschooled students who participate in Lyons Senior High School through sports and/or academics are also eligible. 

Gerald Boland Memorial Scholarships. Honoring the memory of Gerald Boland, a 54 year resident of Lyons who taught in Lyons Schools for 31 years.  He was a coach, Boy Scout Leader, and mentor who had a passion for learning and the outdoors. One $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who shares these passions. Eligible students must attend Lyons Senior High School and have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Lyons Community Foundation Scholarships in Memory of Steve Ralston. Created in 2009 to honor the memory of Lyons resident, businessman, and community supporter Steve Ralston. One scholarship (up to $5,000) will be awarded to a graduating senior who best expresses their passion for learning and sharing one’s interests, skills and joyful life experiences with their community. Eligible students include any graduating senior from Lyons Senior High School, a graduating senior living in the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code) attending a different high school, or home schooled student from the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code).

CEMEX Environmental Stewardship Scholarship. Created in 2023, the $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a Lyons high school graduating senior who best stewards natural resources in the community and beyond. The candidate may pursue studies in natural resources, engineering, wildlife biology or geology. 

Lyons Garden Club Scholarship. Created in 2023, the $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to a student interested in pursuing a career in horticulture or a related field. Eligible students include any graduating senior from Lyons Senior High School, a graduating senior living in the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code) attending a different high school, or home schooled student from the greater Lyons area (80540 zip code).
​

If you have any questions about the scholarships, inquiries can be directed by email to scholarship@lyonscf.org. All applications are reviewed and kept confidential by a committee consisting of Lyons area community members.
0 Comments

    Author

    Lyons Community Foundation

    Archives

    March 2023
    February 2023
    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    September 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    February 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    September 2018
    June 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    August 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014

    Categories

    All

    RSS Feed

Proudly powered by Weebly
  • Home
  • About
    • Advisory Board
    • Annual Report
    • Job Openings
  • Grants
    • Information and Application
    • Grants Review Committee
    • 2022 Grant Recipients
  • Scholarships
    • Scholarship Information
    • How to apply for a scholarship
    • How to create a scholarship
    • 2022 Scholarship Recipients
  • Blog
  • Events
  • Donate
    • Donate Now
    • Donate Monthly
    • Donate a Legacy
    • Donor Stories
    • Giving FAQ
  • Volunteer