ANNUAL REPORT JULY 2016 - JUNE 2017
Building resilient youth in Routt County by creating and supporting meaningful mentoring relationships.
www.PartnersRouttCounty.org 970.879-6141
STAFF MEMBERS Michelle Petix
executive Director (since 2012)
clarice atkinson
lead case Manager (since 2012)
erika torrejon case Manager (2016-17)
syDney congDon
sBM Program Manager (2016-17)
Becky slaMal
community outreach Manager (since 2010)
WELCOME NEW STAFF! julia luciano lead case Manager
alejanDra segovia case Manager
kezia zuBer
sBM Program Manager
BOARD MEMBERS toM kraBacher President
jane toothaker Past President
lee cox secretary
aMy Dickson treasurer
loryn kasten john vanDerBloeMan steve hofMan evan herMan erica gallagher roB Maccarthy Michelle oMalev Paige Brookstein juDy zetzMan 1
Dear Friends, If you are part of the story written within these pages, we are grateful. If you are someone who would like to be part of it, we would love to connect with you. For over 21 years, Partners has been creating lifechanging friendships, totaling nearly 600 community-based partnerships, and over 700 school-based partnerships. I have recently been reflecting on how courageous this work is - not just for our board and staff, but perhaps even more for our mentors, kids, and families. It is brave work to create and support friendships between adults and kids; to depend on the commitment of others and the needed funds to carry out our mission. It is a brave act for our mentors, youth, and families to step into each other's stories at the risk of being hurt. These people are my heroes. As one of my favorite authors, Brene Brown, puts it, they are in the arena. They are not standing on the sidelines, they are in the game, and their courage to show up and be seen is the birthplace of great possibility. She also says that, "Connection is why we are here. We are hardwired to connect with others. It is what gives meaning to our lives, and without it there is suffering." We look forward to some exciting plans for the future as our board and staff begin to dig into our vison for the next three to five years, which came out of an extensive strategic planning process that we embarked on last fall. Thank you for joining us in this brave work and for helping us pave the way to future growth and broader impact.
With much gratitude,
Becky Slamal Community Outreach Manager
COMMUNITY-BASED
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Peter and Brandon were matched in August of 2013. Brandon was referred to the Community Based Mentoring program by his School Based Mentor. At the time, Brandon was struggling academically and was hoping to find an older guy to be his friend and role model.
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Peter and Brandon hit it off pretty quickly and developed a close friendship. They participated in many Partners group activities including snowmobiling, pool parties, and tubing. And they enjoyed spending time together exploring photography, 4 wheeling, and even late night street luge. Over the four years, Peter and the Partners staff watched Brandon grow into a kind, considerate, and responsible young man. He secured a job and maintained good grades in school. Brandon had an especially difficult senior year, which included the loss of his stepfather after a brief battle with cancer. Peter was a steady support for Brandon through this difficult time. For Brandon’s senior prom, Peter helped Brandon get a tux and volunteered to work at the after prom party so that he could see and support him. Brandon had a great time and even volunteered to be hypnotized by the hypnotist that was part of the entertainment for the night. He was later revered by his friends for his performance. Here is what Peter had to say about the evening and their friendship:
“All in all it was GREAT to see him with friends and having fun at prom – a wonderful sight given not just his history, but with the recent passing of his stepfather. It's a HUGE credit to Partners that Brandon was not dropped through the cracks, but was supported and encouraged for the past four years. The positive impacts showed these past few weeks. For me it's testimony to why a POSITIVE YOUTH YOUTH SERVED V O L U N T E E R S O U T C O M E S * exists and what Partners DEVELOPMENT their value to the community is. Thanks for Increased: 80 60 me to be part of allowing total youth 20 volunteers Peter ” it. Adult Bonding - 65% served
Community-Based Mentoring
60 partnerships supported 20 waiting youth served through Nexus
group recreational and life skill activities offered
provided
9000 hours of one-to-one
Perceived Risk of ATOD use - 80%
mentoring ________________ 10 trainings provided
Decision Making Skills - 50% Self Esteem - 75%
*Specific measurable outcomes are seen in the 2010-2015 PMSEI Results
In addition to this accolade from the Senior Partner, our Community Outreach Manager ran into Brandon's mom who stated that, "Peter and Partners were one of the best things to ever happen to Brandon.”
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COMMUNITY-BASED
MENTORING Clarice Atkinson Christine Baker Jennifer Berdine Laura Bilski Jon Bobbera Jackie Brown Lauren Carpenter Reall Colbenson Ryan Connelly Albert Deepe George Detwiler Tracie Detwiler Kathleen Dunnigan Sandy Fisher Watkins Fulk-Gray Matt Geraci Carolyn Gibson Toni Hennessy
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Sean Heskett Michelle House Lauren Jenkins Greg Johnson Jesse Johnson Pamela Kinder Katie Knezevich Andrea Kruse Sterling Loveland Mo Maloney Travis Mattern Denise McGuire Dana Morton Lisa Nelson Rebecca Nicholson Jamie Pallotti Peter Parsons Gabe Richter
Volunteers
Angie Robinson Rachel Rothe Rick Russo Carrie Sabin Chris Salazar Emily Schenk Wendy Schermerhorn Alysa Selby Cathy Shryock Laura Soard Zac Svabek John Thompson B Torres Jimmy VandenHurk Lauren VandenHurk Chuck VeDepo Megan Wykhuis
AmeriCorps SCHOOL-BASED MENTORING When parents were asked if their child benefited from being in the School-Based Mentoring program, 75% responded that they Strongly Agree and 25% reported that they Agree. When target students were asked if they felt they were more successful in school this year because they had a mentor, 83% either agreed or strongly agreed. When surveyed, over 90% of teachers reported that the School-Based Mentors had strong or moderate impact in the following areas: • Overall school performance • Rate of homework/assignment completion • Improved relationships with teachers, administrators, and other non-relative adults • Improved relationships with peers • Improved self-esteem
“Having a mentor meant that there was someone who thought of you, trying to help you succeed, which makes me still have hope for the world."
Hayden Middle School student
“He has really come out of his shell this year, and we attribute this to him having a mentor!” Steamboat Springs High School teacher
2016-17 School-Based Mentors
Alyssa Luker, Clarie Ewing, Erika Ghent, Jared Varley, Haley Aldinger, Haley Dyer, Morris Jaspers, Rachel Jackson, Sarah Denihan, Shea Barger
“Having someone to talk to gave me more motivation and encouraged me to try harder.”
School-Based Mentoring
684
93
206
429
Steamboat Springs High School student
students
total students served by 10 mentors
students received weekly one-to-one mentoring
students participated in 17 weekly in at least after-school one service programs at learning project 9 school participated
sites
“He is not only more responsible for school work, but is also participating and sharing ideas in class. I really see a big growth in his confidence and independence this year!” Hayden Middle School teacher
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2016-17
In Honor and Memory Giving Donor
In Honor of:
Alek & Laurie The Belshaws The Lymans The Brice Family Megan Richard Lynn & Bill Davis Barb Ross Terry Sherrill Paul Majors Calypso & Heron Szyba
The Catterson Family The Catterson Family The Catterson Family The Catterson Family Sean Heskett The Slamal Family The Slamal Family The Slamal Family Roberta Smith Sharon & Robert Szyba
Donor
In Memory of:
The Greenwood Family MarineMax Ohio Linda & Steve Lewis Viola Look Marla Milsted Ann Root Peter & Gretchen Van De Carr Terry Sherrill
Uncle Eddie Kelly James King James King James King James King James King Polly Schell Stan Whittemore
We invite you to consider making a donation in honor or memory of someone who has made a positive difference in your life
MAJOR DONORS
LUFKIN ESTATE
$1000+
Ace Hardware Alpine Bank Shine & Russ Atha Colorado Group Realty Charitable Foundation Sean Heskett Steven Hofman
Terry Huffington Todd & Kathryn Pedersen Ski Town Morning Rotary Stephen & Ann Stranahan VALE – Victims Assistance & Law Enforcement Yampa Valley Community Foundation Chris & Chan Young
$100 - $999
Paul & Bridget Ferguson Kendall Geer Lulu Gould & Stu Roberts Glas Deffryn Ranch Scott & Jennifer Grosjean Kristin & Rich Hager James Heard Dawn Hehr Evan Herman Brad & Kathy Iversen Donna & Ed Kelly Tom Krabacher Ken & Anne Krieg Bob & Melrose Kuusinen Tina Kyprios Linda & Henry Laughlin Loryn Dean & Jessica Ludwick Native Eco Systems The MacArthur Family Sue & Rob MacCarthy John McShane Sandra & Keith Miller
Pam & Rod Morgan Mountain Roots, Inc. Mountain Tap Brewery Michelle Nalder The Niedermeier Family Karen & Charlie Pharris Jean Ray & Jim Chubrilo Roger Reynolds Cindy Ritter Cody & Lindsey Sherrill Brian & Steph Smith The Starkey Family Stbt. Pilates, Yoga & Fitness Carl Steidtmann & Kathy Cline Jim Steinberg Susan Stoughton Jeffrey Sussman & Patricia Adell Danny & Lori Thompson John Vanderbloemen United Methodist Church Rachel Wattles Larry Williams & Joann Wiswell YVEA - Operation Round-Up
$1 - $99
Elissa Greene Barry & Robin Crossan Emily Hines Jill Howard John Greg Johnson Keller Law LLC Jan Levy Thomas Litteral Dean & Karen Massey Leslie Morace Jordan & Emily Osterman The Petix Family Deb Proper
Angie Robinson Bud & Jane Romberg Marty & Vickie Rosenzweig Lisa Schlichtman Scott & Becky Slamal Lynaia South The Strnad's Laura & Chris Tamucci Tennis Center of Steamboat Springs Jane Toothaker Jennifer Travis Andrew Wilkinson Cindy & John Wither Don Zimmerman. PhD
Robert & Ann Ball The Bier Family/Home on the Range David & Zan Blundell Margi Briggs-Casson Paige Brookstein Linda & Brent Brookstein Michelle Caragol Sally Claassen & Mark Darlington Concordia Women's Guild Charlie & Julie Congdon Jody Lee Corey Lee McShane & Bryant Cox JH Craig Laura Cusenbary Deja Vu Boutique Chris & Eileen Diamond Amy Dickson Jack Dysart & Carole Milligan El Pomar Foundation Caroline & Tom Ewing George Ewing Claire Ewing
GO Alpine Adonna & Troy Allen Clarice Atkinson Rodney Beall Sara Boyle Coach Deb Fitness, LLC Sydney Congdon CK Erickson Erica Gallagher & Avrom Feinberg The Flanigans Deb Ginesta Deborah Gooding
We truly appreciate every contribution and sincerely apologize to anyone we may have missed.
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Friends AND IN-KIND SUPPORTERS Poma, Jules Routt County Extension Office Ski Town Lion's Club Snow Bowl Soda Creek Pizza Steamboat Dance Theater Zirkel Wireless
Finch, Aaron Haymaker Golf Course Honey Stinger Howelsen Ice Arena JDB Technology Solutions, LLC Johnny B Goods Larock, Lizzie Metropolitan Theatres
Backdoor Grill Backdoor Sports Berdine, Michael Big Agnes Bird, Nate Christy Sports Ciao Gelato Colorado River Guides
Special thanks to the large number of individuals and businesses that donate goods and services to our raffles. Your support is truly valued and contributes greatly to the success of our events.
100%
The Paoli Group
00%
Special Thanks: Scotty Stoughton from Bonfire Dub Elephant Revival’s, Bonnie Paine Mike & Toni Hennessey
Special thanks to the BAP, Big Agnes, and Honey Stinger employees for their generous support!
e in net liabilities: ($13,746)
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
abilities: ($13,746)
2016/17 Revenue 3%
1% 1% 4%
15%
Revenue Corporate
9%
Donated Goods & Services Foundations
Government
6%
Grants and contributions Special events Less direct benefit costs Contributed goods & services Investment earnings Gain on disposal of equipment Other
$437,624 $85,861 ($11,156) $20,938 $13,130 $6,884
Total Revenue & Support
$553,281
Individuals Special Events
61%
United Way Miscellaneous Income
eXPenSeS Programs services Administrative Fundraising
$452,439 $44,570 $35,300
Total expenses
$532,309
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