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Elevating Park County

PCCF amplifies local initiatives through philanthropy and collaboration

History

Park County Community Foundation is building a trusted local home for philanthropy across Park County.

The idea behind Park County Community Foundation grew from work that began in 2020, when a six year youth substance use prevention effort showed what could happen when local resources were used to strengthen the organizations already serving Park County.

Instead of building new programs where community capacity already existed, PCCF’s founders focused on listening, partnering, and investing in efforts that could reduce risk factors and build protective factors for young people, families, and the wider community. Over time, that approach directed over $100,000 to local organizations and helped shape a model rooted in trust, collaboration, and local stewardship.

That experience became the seed of PCCF’s broader purpose: to create a permanent local foundation that can bring donors, nonprofits, businesses, and community partners together around shared needs and opportunities. Sponsored initiatives like Helping Youth Vision & Engagement (HYVE) and the Green Thumb Initiative began in that early prevention work and continue today as examples of PCCF’s partner before build approach; mobilizing resources, engaging capable partners, and removing barriers without duplicating direct services.

We make giving easier, strengthen local nonprofits and initiatives, and help communities respond together when needs and opportunities emerge. PCCF exists for the people and places of Park County: Alma, Bailey, Como, Fairplay, Grant, Guffey, Hartsel, Jefferson, Lake George, Pine Junction, Shawnee, and the surrounding rural communities that make this county home.

Board of Trustees

Daniel Knudsen

President

My family has called Park County home since 2015, drawn by the beauty of the high Rockies and a close-knit community where relationships matter. I believe Park County is a place rich with people, ideas and opportunities to make a difference. Through PCCF I'm passionate about building a trusted home for local philanthropy, connecting resources and people to strengthen grassroots initiatives and empower our community to shape its own future.

Sheila Waite

Vice President

My family and I have called Park County home since 2006. As a local business owner and an active member of several community boards, I’m passionate about serving our community and helping it thrive. I love Park County for its people, natural beauty, outdoor recreation, unique lifestyle, and strong sense of community. The foundation is a natural fit for me because I believe in the power of collaboration, communication, and bringing people together to make a lasting impact on the place we call home.

Gavin Salee

Treasurer

Gavin has been in Park County working with the Boys and Girls Clubs of the High Rockies for the last 10 years. In 2023, after 11years, he completed his term of service with the Nebraska National Guard. He grew up in Washington state, is an avid Seahawks fan, and helps coach the South Park Grizzlies flag football team.

Delia Rollow

Secretary

I have lived and been involved in the Park County community since I moved here in 2019. I've prioritized the children in our community, helping our elementary students and homeschool students alike learn more about our local government and environment, as well as teaching and tutoring in the regular academic areas. I also strongly believe that local voices matter hugely in making positive changes to our rural world. As such, I've led the educator's union and been a Town of Alma board member, working in both organizations to make changes so that all of our local workers can afford to stay and live in Park County. I believe that there are so many helpful resources and projects happening around us, all of which can be amplified if we work together.