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Executive Director

A Note from Melanie Hall, Executive Director of the Montrose Community Foundation:

Tis the season of giving!  The holidays typically evoke a thoughtful appreciation of those close to us who make our lives brighter simply by their presence.  In my work with the Montrose Community Foundation, I have the opportunity to support the numerous nonprofit organizations whose outreach is brightening and adding to the quality of life in our local community.

Local nonprofit organizations give back to the community long after the holidays have past.  Giving to others is our year-round mission.  The capacity to reach that mission is continually challenged in the current economic climate.  Simply, we are being required to do more with less.  As budgets expand and donations tighten, the local need for services continues to grow.

The Foundation is acutely aware of this growing need evidenced in the grant applications received during the current competitive cycle.    When Christ’s Kitchen opened their doors five years ago, they were serving 30 meals daily.  This number has grown to nearly 500 meals being served each week day.  All Points transit experienced a 12% increase in the demand for transportation services from 2009 to 2010.  Sharing Ministries, beginning in 1996 with distribution of food to 96 individuals each month, is now providing food items to 3500 individuals in need each month.  Two-thirds of those served are children and senior citizens.

Yes, the need in the community is real.  This holiday season I encourage you to consider joining numerous other community-minded individuals in becoming a Baldridge Fellow.  Through a one-time gift of $500 or just $42 a month, you can make a difference through the numerous ways the Foundation is growing a stronger community.

Your support is deeply appreciated.  Happy Holidays!