Nominations are now being accepted for the 36th annual Garfield County Humanitarian Awards, which honor community volunteers and human services professionals for their dedication to making Garfield County a better place to live, work, and play. The completed nomination package must include: a) nomination form; b) letter stating why the person is being nominated; and c) support letters from at least three but no more than six other people. The nominations must be received by 4 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026, to be considered. HSC nominations

The Garfield County Human Services Commission and the Garfield County Board of County Commissioners presented the Garfield County Humanitarian Awards on Monday, April 7, at the Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs. The awards honor community volunteers and human services staff for their selfless contributions that make Garfield County communities vibrant, diverse, sustainable, supportive, and safe places to live, work and play. Among the honorees are: Quinn McSwain – Taking Flight Award Dee Warwick – Heart & Soul Award Patricia Horwitz – Lifetime Service Award Rita Marsh – Wellness Visionary Humanitarian Awards

Human Services Commission (HSC) grants for 2025 are now available to area nonprofits. Applications are due to the Garfield County Manager’s office by 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 9. Operating since 1980, the HSC distributes that portion of county sales tax revenues dedicated to human services needs to eligible applicants. Eligible applicants are nonprofit corporations under section 501(c) (3) of the I.R.S. Code in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State, which operate and provide human services within Garfield County. Similar government agencies are also eligible. Grant applications

The Garfield County Human Services Commission (HSC) has announced $633,000 in grant awards for local nonprofits. The commission addresses human service needs in Garfield County through education, awareness, and interaction with stakeholders, service providers, and members of the public receiving assistance. The grant money comes from a one-percent dedicated sales tax, which also helps fund 911 services and road and bridge projects in Garfield County. Thirty-three grant requests totaled $843,000, ranging from $10,000 to $75,000. The $633,000 in grant awards spanned from $10,000 to $52,000 between 32 recipients. Specifics on the grant awards are available online. HSC Chairperson Sara Sims

The Human Services Commission (HSC) grant process for 2024 has begun and interested nonprofits can apply now. Applicants include nonprofit corporations under section 501(c) (3) of the I.R.S. code – in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State – that operate and provide human services within Garfield County. Similar government agencies are also eligible. Applications are due at the Garfield County Manager’s Office by August 11, 2023, at 5 p.m.

The 33rd annual Garfield County Humanitarian Awards took place at on April 3 at the Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs. Dr. Greg Feinsinger (Lifetime Dedication Award), Lanny Grant (Humble Hero Award), Kelly Keeffe (Pioneer Award), and Soira Ceja (Spirit of Service Award) were honored for their efforts to make Garfield County the wonderful place it is to live. Lori Brumbaugh, Cristina Gair, Maureen Kerr, Tiffany Lindenberg, and Betty Lucas rounded out the 2023 nominees. Thanks so much for all you do for our community!

The 33rd annual Garfield County Humanitarian Awards takes place at 5:30 p.m. on April 3 at the Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs. Nominations are now being sought and the deadline is Friday, Feb. 24 by 4 p.m. Tickets for the event go on sale March 6. Call (970) 893-6307 with questions. Humanitarian awards

The Garfield County Humanitarian Awards took place on April 4 at the Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs. Award winners included Sally Brands (Lifetime Impact Award); Gabe Cohen (Warrior for Hope Award); Iliana Renteria (Wonder Woman Award); and Carlos Cornejo (Community Force Award). The awards are given to community members who were nominated because of their efforts to make the community a better place to live. 2022 Garfield County Humanitarian Awards-|

Nominate a humanitarian! The 2021 Humanitarian Awards is in the fall this year – Sept. 13. Now is the time to nominate a volunteer or staff member who serves in a non-profit or human services role. Nominations are due July 30!

The 2020 Humanitarian Awards will be an online Zoom event this year, planned for September 14 at 5:30 pm! The Garfield County Human Services Commission and the Board of County Commissioners host the Garfield County Humanitarian Awards annually. Register online for this event now!