We are so proud of the work that we do here, and are grateful that Eagle County, with the use of revenue from marijuana sales and taxes, is able to help fund our mental health programs. See the full Vail Daily article here: https://www.vaildaily.com/news/eagle-county-to-help-fund-four-more-local-mental-health-efforts/
Just after the holidays, we received an unexpected email from Pajama Program. They were writing to say they had an Eagle County donor who had 56 pairs of new children’s pajamas to donate and wondered if we had a need. Well, of course we do! What a treat to be able to offer our shelter…
Bright Future Foundation hosted Vail PD 911 dispatcher Fernando Almanza last week, who gave us a refresher on 911 usage and tips for success for callers. This is great resource for all of us, to remind us that the dispatcher’s job is critical in getting emergency resources to us quickly – but first they need…
January is National Mentoring Month and our mentors have been busy!! Last Thursday, the Buddy Mentors hosted their first-ever art show at Color Coffee Roasters in Eagle. The masterpieces were created at Alpine Arts in November and now are on display for the entire month! Please stop by Color Coffee, get a treat and enjoy…
In support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month this past October, The Mary Kay Foundation announced it is awarding $3 million in grants to 150 domestic violence shelters across the country. BFF has received a $20,000 unrestricted grant to support local survivors of domestic violence in Eagle County. This year’s grant contribution brings the Foundation’s total…
Vail Resorts EpicPromise program donates $3 million to 53 Eagle County nonprofits Daily staff report newsroom@vaildaily.com December 19, 2018 Vail Resorts EpicPromise Announces Annual Eagle County Community Grant Award Recipients In conjunction with local leadership at Beaver Creek Ski Resort and Vail Mountain, Vail Resorts EpicPromise awards 53 local organizations with $3 million in cash…
We are going to have a fun afternoon at Maya, preparing for Colorado Gives Day on December 4th. We’d love if you could join Bright Future and get in the giving spirit!
Colorado Gives Day is December 4th. Bright Future Foundation is one of 21 area nonprofits who are a part of Eagle County Gives, working together to raise awareness of this incredible fundraising event. We will join more than 2,300 nonprofits around the state in raising much needed funds for our critical missions. Colorado Gives Day unites…
The Mountain West Diversity Conference is a program of Youth Celebrate Diversity. YDC is building a grassroots movement of students and educators addressing social problems, celebrating diversity and making schools safe for everyone. Their vision is that one day, every teen in America will feel safe to achieve in school, no matter who they are.…
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Bright Future Foundation is teaming up with Allstate Foundation to raise awareness is our community of the financial struggles our families face on a daily basis. We hope you can join us in this fundraising event. We can help make futures brighter for those who need our help, one…
Bright Future Foundation is thrilled to be the recipient of Maya Restaurant’s You Dine ~ We Donate program thru the month of October. MAYA MODERN MEXICAN CUISINE & TEQUILA BAR Carefully crafted, yet bold flavored. Rooted in tradition, yet adventuring into contemporary tastes.Chef Richard Sandoval blends the earthy flavors of his native Mexico with worldly…
Commuters driving through Eagle on January 29 may have noticed a group of adults and kids wearing yellow shirts and holding signs. It wasn’t a protest, or a call to endorse a political cause or candidate. It was simply a “Happiness Sprinkling.” A happiness sprinkling involves participants dressed in yellow holding signs with positive messages…
