Global Kids Connect – NGO Marshall Direct Fund enables access to primary and vocational education in Pakistan. Three years ago a modern day exchange program was initiated between youth in the RFV and Pakistan. We would like to expand the program this year to include a presentation to share the impact of the program.

RFL Turns 25 – Roaring Fork Leadership, the valley’s premier program for developing leaders for our community, turns 25 this year. Founded by a group of local citizens concerned that our community leaders needed to strengthen their relationships and skills, the program has prepared over 600 valley residents to be effective and invested leaders. It is time to celebrate this remarkable achievement, the impact the program has had on our community, and what is in store for the next 25 years.

Challenge Course at Aspen Camp – Challenge Course at Aspen Camp currently consists of three low-rope obstacles designed to focus on leadership skills for individuals to work together and develop. Additionally, high rope courses may be assembled on the campus due to the amount of funds we receive this year. Aspen Camp wants to build and expand those ropes courses more. The project would be assisting with building these elements and helping to raise funds to set them up.

Crystal River Elementary Playground Improvement Project – Our program is in need of a community leader that is willing to assist us in bringing a variety of community partners together to create our dream outdoor exploration space for the Northeast pre-school playground at Crystal River Elementary School (CRES) in Carbondale, Colorado. At present, the playground is rundown and does not accommodate the children needs.