News & Stories

Colorado Gives Day: Support Broomfield on December 8

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT

On Colorado Gives Day, Tuesday, December 8, join Coloradans across the state in giving to the causes they love—including the Broomfield Community Foundation.

Why give to your community foundation?

Support local causes: your gift directly supports initiatives and organizations that benefit Broomfield.
Knowledge of local needs: strong connections to local nonprofits, agencies, and community leaders let us allocate resources strategically.
Long-term impact: endowment funds generate income that can support local initiatives indefinitely.
Tax benefits: donations to BCF are tax-deductible.
Accountability and transparency: our grantmaking processes are transparent and accountable to the community.
A variety of causes: education, health, arts and culture, social services, and more.

Schedule your Colorado Gives Day gift →

Or give directly to BCF →

Thankful for Philanthropic-Minded Business Impact Partners: Higher Ground Law

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT

We're recognizing Higher Ground Law as a BCF Business Impact Partner!

Founded by Emily Teel Coleman, Higher Ground Law provides expertise in estate and business succession planning, tax, and probate. We encourage you to visit the Higher Ground Law testimonial page to see how helpful the team is in establishing living wills for customers.

Their commitment to Broomfield goes beyond their professional work—they also provide philanthropic support that helps us fund vital nonprofit programs and bring meaningful community events to life.

Recently, BCF launched the Generations Fund estate planning program. To discover the benefits of this type of charitable giving and review the simple steps for BCF to become a beneficiary, explore the Generations Fund .

Become a Business Impact Partner →

Youth Advisory Council Participates in Baseline's 6th Annual Bees & Blossoms Festival

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Baseline's 6th annual celebration brought people and pollinators together, with the Youth Advisory Council (YAC) volunteering. Free and open to the public, this year, Baseline shone a light on fireflies.

Before sunset

While the sun was up, participants walked Baseline's Big Green Park and experienced an electric violinist, interactive community art, circus artists, and hands-on pollinator activities. YAC team members led the interactive community art, where folks could get hands-on, lighting up their creativity.

After sunset

The Firefly Glow Party took place with luminous DJ sets by Ignight Entertainment and activities inspired by nature's most enchanting light-makers. 21+ attendees enjoyed refreshing craft brews at the beer garden, where bartenders poured with a purpose. Every pint purchased benefits Butterfly Pavilion, helping protect pollinators through education and conservation.

Learn about the Youth Advisory Council →

Broomfield Gives Month: Every Gift Matched This November

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Broomfield Gives Month · November 1–30

When it’s tight for all of us, Broomfield takes care of its own. Every gift to the Broomfield Community Foundation this November is matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $50,000. Any amount you give does double the good for a neighbor who needs it.

Rent, insurance, utilities, groceries: for a parent choosing between the electric bill and groceries, or a senior on a fixed income, one surprise expense can be the difference between stability and crisis.

Matching funds run out November 30, or sooner once the $50,000 is reached.

Double my gift today →

Learn more about Broomfield Gives Month →

Celebrating the Bosios: Broomfield Day Parade Marshals and Foundation Supporters

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The Broomfield Community Foundation is thrilled to recognize Elizabeth and John Bosio, longtime community members and Foundation supporters, as the 2026 Broomfield Day Parade Marshals. This couple, as individuals, have made great impact here in Broomfield.

As part of our Spring 2026 Heart of Broomfield Awards program, celebrating 25 years of programming, the Broomfield Enterprise highlights past award recipients John and Beth Bosio and the many ways they have helped shape Broomfield through service, generosity, and community leadership.

Their story reflects the spirit of giving that has defined the Heart of Broomfield Awards since the very beginning.

Read the article and learn more about the community builders who have helped Broomfield thrive.

Read the Broomfield Enterprise article →

Celebrating a New Place to Call Home: The Grove at Cottonwood

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

On September 2, the Broomfield Community Foundation was honored to join community partners for the ribbon-cutting of The Grove at Cottonwood, a new 40-unit income-aligned rental community that includes ten dedicated homes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Additional IDD families can apply for units designated for low-income housing.

Across Colorado, thousands of IDD adults are seeking what so many of us take for granted: a safe, supportive, and independent place to call home. As aging caregivers worry about the future, and young adults with IDD look for a life beyond their childhood homes, the need for thoughtful, inclusive housing has never been more urgent.

The Grove at Cottonwood is more than a housing development. It is a bold step forward in creating a community where everyone can thrive, offering permanent, neuro-inclusive housing that empowers residents to live with dignity, independence, and connection. Read The Colorado Sun’s article to understand what this opportunity means for one local family.

Many stakeholders came together to make this housing opportunity happen. The project was funded predominantly through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program managed by the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority. Learn more about this collaborative effort . We’re also proud to see BCF Board Member Linda Fahrenbruch among the community leaders advancing this work through her involvement with the Broomfield Housing Alliance.

Years ago, Gina Coufal saw the need to support her IDD child and identified the lack of services available. She is the Founder and CEO of F.R.I.E.N.D.S. of Broomfield , dedicated to enhancing communities by creating opportunities for IDD individuals through an innovative, person-centered approach. You can support their endowment, hosted by the BCF .

Learn more about The Grove at Cottonwood

See our community solutions work →

Volunteer Match 2026: Celebrating Community Connection and Service

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Join us for the annual Volunteer Match, which brings together 20+ local nonprofit volunteer coordinators. Discover organizations and volunteer opportunities that align with your interests, and learn how your time and talents can strengthen Broomfield.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · 4:30–6:30 PM
Broomfield Community Center, Lakeshore Room
280 Spader Way

Can’t make it? Download the list of 2025 participating organizations and volunteer coordinators.

Download the coordinator listing →

Volunteer Match details →

Teen Volunteer Match Returns in April 2027

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

In April 2026, we hosted our second annual teen-focused Volunteer Match with Communities That Care and the City and County of Broomfield, featuring nonprofits with youth-appropriate volunteer opportunities. Mark your calendar for the next event in April 2027.

Meanwhile, if you have a teen looking to secure service hours, download the list of nonprofits that welcome teenagers. It’s a great way for students to meet new friends, give back to the community, and build their resume.

Download the teen volunteer listing →

Volunteer Match details →

A Community Celebration 25 Years in the Making

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:43:00 GMT

As we reflect on the 25th and final Heart of Broomfield, we are filled with gratitude for the Business Impact Partners, Family Sponsors, donors, volunteers, past honorees, and community leaders who helped make this milestone celebration possible.

For 25 years, Heart of Broomfield served as an opportunity to recognize the individuals, families, businesses, and organizations whose generosity helped shape our community. The final event was both a celebration of that legacy and a reminder of what can be accomplished when people come together in service to others.

Honoring the TerHar Family

The evening's most meaningful moment was honoring Jack Jr. and Penny TerHar and the TerHar family with the Enduring Heart Lifetime Achievement Award. Their vision, generosity, and leadership have helped strengthen the Broomfield Community Foundation and countless community initiatives over the past quarter century.

Just as importantly, the event reunited generations of community leaders, volunteers, nonprofit partners, and residents who have contributed to Broomfield's success. The atmosphere throughout the evening reflected the relationships and shared commitment that have long defined our community.

In Their Words

As attendee Bill Heck observed:

"The crowd assembled for the Roundup last Thursday evening was amazing—not only did you have the right long-term Broomfielders, you had newcomers as well. The crowd was a statement of the success of the Foundation."

Tina Eichner shared a similar sentiment:

"A room filled with dozens and dozens of Broomfield change makers including many who helped shape this very town... Lots of smiles and hugs and love. These people ARE Broomfield—and so am I."

Those reflections perfectly capture what Heart of Broomfield has always been about: bringing people together to celebrate generosity, strengthen connections, and inspire community impact.

Thank You

To our sponsors and partners , thank you for investing in a stronger Broomfield. Your support helps the Broomfield Community Foundation connect generosity with community needs, strengthen local nonprofits, support students through scholarships, and create opportunities that improve lives for generations to come.

While the Heart of Broomfield chapter has come to a close, the spirit of collaboration, philanthropy, and community leadership it celebrated will continue to guide our work for years to come.

Explore the Heart of Broomfield Awards →

One Family. One Vision. A Lasting Legacy.

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

One of the most meaningful moments of Heart of Broomfield’s May 28th evening was recognizing Jack Jr. and Penny TerHar and the TerHar family with the Enduring Heart Lifetime Achievement Award. More than 25 years ago, Jack's $100,000 challenge gift inspired our community to establish the Legacy Fund Endowment with a vision of reaching $1 million. While the journey took longer than expected, that vision became reality—and today the Legacy Fund has grown to more than $2 million.

Their story reminds us how a single act of philanthropy can inspire generations of community impact. We invite you to watch the special film that recounts the TerHar’s impact.

Watch the TerHar film →

Jack has issued a new challenge: help grow the Legacy Fund Endowment to $3 million by December 2030, with matching gifts from the TerHar family.

Join the Road to $3 Million →

Grow the Legacy Fund Endowment to $3 Million by December 2030

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Jack TerHar Jr. has issued a new challenge: help Broomfield grow the Legacy Fund Endowment to $3 million by December 2030.

To help inspire participation, the TerHar family has committed to providing $50,000 in matching gifts during three separate years of the campaign.

Since 2000, the Broomfield Community Foundation has distributed more than $7.8 million through grants, scholarships, and community programs. Achieving this next milestone will help ensure those resources remain available for generations to come.

The first opportunity to participate is through the Foundation's sweepstakes featuring a Kirkham Motorsports 427 Cobra S/C Replica and $20,000 cash.

Together, we can build the next chapter of community impact.

Enter the sweepstakes →

Learn about the Legacy Fund match →

Community Impact Film Highlights the Power of Collaboration

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Behind every success story is a community that cares.

At the 2026 Heart of Broomfield celebration, the Broomfield Community Foundation premiered a Community Impact Film highlighting the remarkable work taking place every day across Broomfield's nonprofit sector.

The film follows the journey of a community member who faced significant life challenges and found support through a network of nonprofit organizations working together to provide assistance, encouragement, and pathways toward stability.

While each organization played a unique role, the story illustrates an important truth: meaningful community impact rarely happens in isolation.

When nonprofits collaborate, share resources, and connect individuals to the right services at the right time, lives can change.

The film also highlights the important role donors, volunteers, staff members, board members, and community partners play in supporting this work. Their collective commitment helps ensure that individuals and families have access to the resources they need to thrive.

The Broomfield Community Foundation is proud to support and strengthen the nonprofit sector through grantmaking, convening, collaboration, and community leadership.

We invite you to watch the film and see the impact that is possible when a community works together.

Watch the Community Impact Film →

Youth Awardees: Where Are They Now?

Wed, 27 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The Heart of Broomfield Youth Award has recognized outstanding young leaders over the years. Today, many of those recipients continue to serve the community in meaningful ways.

A recent Broomfield Enterprise article features former Youth Award recipients Melanie Ferraro and Anthony Ferraro, whose commitment to public service, education, coaching, and community engagement continues to make a difference in Broomfield.

Their journeys remind us that encouraging young people to lead today helps create stronger communities tomorrow.

Read their inspiring stories in the full article.

Read the full article →

Youth Advisory Council Awards Grant to Address Food Insecurity

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Twelve local high school students are demonstrating that philanthropy has no age requirement.

This spring, members of the Broomfield Community Foundation's Youth Advisory Council (YAC) awarded a $2,000 grant to the Five Star Education Foundation to support students and families experiencing food insecurity.

Throughout the school year, YAC members worked together to learn about local challenges, discuss community needs, and raise funds to support causes important to their peers and neighbors.

After evaluating several issues affecting local families, the students selected food insecurity as their focus area. Their efforts culminated in the opportunity to present the grant to Five Star Education Foundation Board Member David Flaherty.

The Youth Advisory Council provides students with hands-on experience in philanthropy, leadership, teamwork, and grantmaking.

Participants learn how charitable dollars are invested while developing a deeper understanding of community needs.

The Foundation is proud of these young leaders and their commitment to creating positive change throughout Broomfield.

Learn about the Youth Advisory Council →

Meals on Wheels: Helping Older Adults Stay Safe, Nourished, and Connected

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT

For many older adults in Broomfield, a warm meal delivered to their door means far more than nourishment — it represents safety, dignity, and connection.

Through the City and County of Broomfield Meals on Wheels program, older adults are supported in remaining healthy, independent, and able to age safely in their own homes. With support from local partners — including the Broomfield Community Foundation — the program continues to meet a rapidly growing need in our community.

During Broomfield Community Foundation's December 2025 Donor Appreciation Night, Nikki Crouse, Senior Services Manager with the City and County of Broomfield, shared how the demand for senior services has increased dramatically over the past two decades. She was joined by June Wagner, a longtime Broomfield resident and dedicated Meals on Wheels volunteer, who offered heartfelt insight into what these services mean to the seniors they serve.

Who Meals on Wheels Serves

The program provides meal delivery and wellness support to:

Broomfield residents age 60 and older
Caregivers of eligible older adults
Adults under 60 with documented medical need
Residents living within Broomfield County

More Than a Meal

Meals on Wheels delivers:

Freshly prepared, hot meals Monday–Friday
Frozen weekend meals
Friendly wellness checks at each visit

While meals are offered at a modest cost ($4 for hot meals, $2 for frozen meals), no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Each delivery also brings something just as important — human connection. For many participants, volunteers may be the only person they see that day.

“The volunteers are truly the eyes and ears of our community,” Nikki shared. “They notice changes, check in, and make sure our seniors are safe.” June echoed that sentiment, noting that some clients have little or no family nearby. The regular visits create trust, companionship, and reassurance — helping older adults feel seen, valued, and cared for.

A Growing Need in Broomfield

The need for Meals on Wheels has grown by more than 180% over the past 20 years. In 2005, approximately 13,005 meals were delivered. In 2025, that number grew to more than 37,000 meals served. This dramatic increase reflects a growing senior population and the importance of ensuring older adults can remain in their homes with dignity.

How the Program Is Funded

Broomfield Meals on Wheels receives no federal or state funding. The program is sustained entirely through local support, including:

City & County of Broomfield funding
Client meal fees
Local donors
Community grants, including support from the Broomfield Community Foundation

Together, We Make a Difference

With continued community investment, Meals on Wheels helps:

Reduce food insecurity
Combat isolation and loneliness
Promote independence
Support older adults aging safely at home in Broomfield

Because of generous donors and partners, thousands of seniors each year receive not only nutritious meals — but reassurance, dignity, and connection. Thank you for helping make this possible.

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After sunset

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Teen Volunteer Match Returns in April 2027

A Community Celebration 25 Years in the Making

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In Their Words

Thank You

One Family. One Vision. A Lasting Legacy.

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Community Impact Film Highlights the Power of Collaboration

Youth Awardees: Where Are They Now?

Youth Advisory Council Awards Grant to Address Food Insecurity

Meals on Wheels: Helping Older Adults Stay Safe, Nourished, and Connected

Who Meals on Wheels Serves

More Than a Meal

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