Nonprofits

Animal

La Plata County Humane Society to host snowboard art auction

Participants can also submit their best ‘Powder Pet Photo’ for a chance to win

February 23, 2022 • Kelsey Percival — Editorial Assistant

Durango

Durango nonprofit starts peer recovery support services program in La Plata County

aims to help those suffering from substance use disorders and mental health conditions

February 10, 2022 • Aedan Hannon — Herald Staff Writer

Briefs

Ballantine Family Fund awards $310,100 in grants to nonprofits

2022 will mark the fund’s 65th year supporting Southwest Colorado organizations

January 27, 2022 • Kelsey Percival — Editorial Assistant

Charity

200 children join law enforcement for annual Shop with a Cop event in Durango, Pagosa Springs

Program strives to put heart in the uniform while helping families

December 29, 2021 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Arts (general)

Durango Creative District names interim director

Lander brings 25 years of experience working with nonprofits

December 14, 2021 • Nicholas A. Johnson — Herald Staff Writer

Community Connections

Durango Festival of Trees and Wreaths begins Friday

than 60 items up for auction online starting noon Friday

December 3, 2021 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Christmas

Feel good about your Christmas tree with help from Southwest Colorado conservation group

Juan Mountains Association doubles impact of wildfire mitigation efforts

November 29, 2021 • Aedan Hannon — Herald Staff Writer

6th Judicial District

Child sexual violence survivors in La Plata County will soon get the centralized care they need

Durango’s first child advocacy center nears opening

November 24, 2021 • Aedan Hannon — Herald Staff Writer

Headlines

Nonprofits make pitch for funding from Ignacio Town Board

Agencies often need matching grants, making it a good value for local governments

November 17, 2021 • Melanie Mazur — Special to the Herald

Hiking

Durango Trails keeps residents rolling for more than 30 years

Volunteer organization creates 300 miles of trails within 30 minutes of downtown

October 28, 2021 • Nicholas A. Johnson — Herald Staff Writer

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Business (general)

The time of giving is here

Autumn is by far my favorite time of year. I love fall sports, the cooler nights and changing colors. It’s…

September 11, 2021

Bayfield

La Plata County man goes missing while hunting; rescued four days later

Usinowicz, Be FRANK Foundation director, undergoing treatment for serious injuries

September 10, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

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Briefs

Concert Series to benefit nonprofits

The cover charge is a $10 cash donation and The Rochester provides a bar and food for sale at each…

July 16, 2021

Bayfield

Nonprofit builds geodesic dome to fight food insecurity

River Shares greenhouse will provide year-round produce

July 8, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Arts (general)

The Hive nonprofit takes youth activities, programs outdoors

Fundraiser Saturday features music, poetry, climbing, scavenger hunt

July 3, 2021 • Nick Gonzales — Herald Staff Writer

Domestic violence

After slow start, sexual assault resource center is serving rural and tribal residents

Nonprofit provides education, services and funding to survivors

June 3, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Manna takes to the streets to combat housing insecurity

$260,000 state grant pays for new program

May 11, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Agriculture

New garden takes root in Bayfield with focus on healthy ingredients, food security

Students learn about produce production to help others

April 24, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Education

Mountain Studies Institute to hold online youth summit about environmental issues

Students to examine water quality, climate change, forest health

April 11, 2021 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Disabled

40 low-rent units take shape overlooking downtown Durango

Apartments offers first-of-its-kind supportive housing

April 10, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Pine River Shares targets rural residents with vaccination clinic

sought to reach those who might otherwise decline COVID-19 vaccine

April 9, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

How a nonprofit catered to neighbors’ needs during the pandemic

Volunteers learned what people needed, then delivered aid to homes

March 3, 2021 • Shannon Mullane — Herald Staff Writer

Animas High School

Animas High School secures funding for new school

family donates $1.8 million assuring new building on FLC’s campus

February 28, 2021 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer

Charity

Shanta Foundation assistance continues in Myanmar

guided by villagers helps aid group weather military coup

February 25, 2021 • Patrick Armijo — Herald staff writer