NoCo Foundation

As several wildfires actively burn throughout Colorado and neighboring states, we wanted to thank wildland firefighters and fire support personnel on National Wildland Firefighter Day.

Thank you for your dedication, sacrifices, and courage as you work tirelessly to keep our communities safe.

This week is Wildland Firefighter Week of Remembrance. As we recognize the service of wildland firefighters across the country, we also take a moment to honor the three firefighters who lost their lives in the Knowles Fire this past weekend. We extend our deepest condolences to their families, friends, and fellow firefighters.

The wildfire season is already off to a devastating start. If you would like to donate to the recovery efforts for any of these fires, you can find resources on our disaster recovery fund webpage: https://nocofoundation.org/noco-disaster-recovery-fund/

Applications for the Water Literate Leaders cohort are now open!

We’re energized to see this cohort continue to gain momentum—bringing together leaders who are deepening their understanding of water in our region and helping shape a more resilient future for Northern Colorado.

Apply by July 16: https://lnkd.in/gAgru9bx

📣 Applications for the Water Literate Leaders of Northern Colorado program are now open! 📣

In partnership with the NoCo Foundation, the program engages Northern Colorado community leaders in water education, dialogue, and empowered decision-making. Over a series of nine in-person sessions, participants will explore regional water issues through the lens of water history, law and policy, economics, agriculture, and environment. Field trips will also provide hands-on learning experiences and active connections with stakeholders.

Community leaders living or working in Larimer, Boulder, or Weld County are encouraged to apply!

Applications remain open until July 16, 2026.

Apply today and learn more on the Colorado Water Center website: https://watercenter.colostate.edu/water-education-and-workforce-development/water-literate-leaders-of-northern-colorado/

Become a member of the next NoCo Changemakers cohort!

If you’re curious about your role in shaping our community—and ready to take the next step in your philanthropic journey—this program is for you.

Through hands-on experiences and meaningful connections, you’ll deepen your understanding of Northern Colorado’s nonprofit landscape, explore how impactful grantmaking works, and learn alongside peers who care deeply about this region.

Learn more and apply by June 26 to be part of the '26/'27 cohort: https://nocofoundation.org/donors/nextgen-philanthropy