Broomfield Rotary Foundation

What is the Broomfield Rotary Charitable Foundation?

The Broomfield Rotary Charitable Foundation is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that is supported solely by fundraising events and voluntary contributions from members and friends of the Rotary Club of Broomfield. Rotary Club members share the commitment to service that began in 1958 with the founding of the Rotary Club of Broomfield – the first service club in Broomfield.

The Broomfield Rotary Foundation, Inc. is the foundation of the Rotary Club of Broomfield. The mission of the Foundation and Broomfield Rotary Club is to secure the resources necessary to support the Mission of the Broomfield Rotary Club: Since its inception on April 3, 1998, the Foundation has given thousands of dollars to support local charitable funds, education and service projects. 

The Broomfield Rotary Charitable Foundation fund is the primary sponsor of Broomfield's Police and Fire fund, and the Imagination Library.  In addition, the Charitable Foundation's general fund, along with the Broomfield Rotary club's "Random Acts of Kindness" help to deliver numerous impactful services, improve education, and change lives in Broomfield and around the world.

 Help the Families of First Responders 

The Police and Fire Fund honors and supports the first responders of Broomfield, Colorado. This fund provides financial assistance to police officers and firefighters who are injured or lost in the line of duty.

Donations Support the Imagination Library

Broomfield Rotary is a proud affiliate of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. We partner with the City of Broomfield to bring free books to children from birth to age 5.

Your Donations Change Lives 

100% of all donations to the Broomfield Rotary Charitable Foundation are used to deliver impactful services, improve education, and change lives in Broomfield and around the world.

RECENT BROOMFIELD ROTARY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION NEWS

Grant A Dream Foundation

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks for the generous grant you awarded to Grant A Dream this spring. Your support made a huge difference, and we're so grateful for your belief in our mission.

I'm thrilled to share an update on the group Dream we just completed in Winter Park on July 18th. We had the privilege of serving 56 dedicated caregiver parents. When they arrived, the weight of the world was evident on their faces and in their posture. But over the course of three days, they had the chance to recharge and connect with others who understand their journey. By the time they left, they were smiling, laughing, and truly grateful. They returned home feeling stronger and more renewed, ready to be even better caregivers for their children.

Your grant directly contributed to moments like these, and we couldn't be more thankful. We've attached a few photos from the event so you can see the impact of your generosity firsthand.
 
Thank you once again for your incredible support.

Warmly,
Ann Townsend 

Ear Community Visit

Melissa Tumblin was presented a check from Broomfield Rotary for her non-profit Ear Community which helps families with ear and hearing challenges. The check included 2500 dollars from the Broomfield Club and 2100 dollars from a matching grant from Rotary District 5450.  Melissa presented an interesting capsule of the Ear Community’s accomplishments over the past 14 years. The Ear Community has had interactions with over 20,00 people and have provided needed equipment and scholarships to those affected by this impairment throughout the world. The Ear Community has had impact in many countries across the world including North and South America, Europe, South Africa, Asia and Australia. Mellissa’s daughter Ally was the motivator for the non-profit and the Ear Community has made an impressive impact in support of those affected by the condition.

Gordon Long and Revital Colorado

 

Last Thursday, we had the honor of discovering Revital Colorado, founded by Gordon Long. In September 2020, Gordon established Revital Colorado’s 501©(3) to address the mental health and well-being of our first responders.

Jordan and his wife, Kym, personally faced the physical and mental challenges inherent in their roles, including relationship issues and alcohol-related struggles. Shockingly, statistics related to first responders’ mental health reveal that there is a suicide every 8 hours, and the average life expectancy after retirement is a mere 18 months.

After grappling with their own difficulties for several years, Jordan and Kym recognized the need for a preventative approach to prioritize first responders’ mental health. During his presentation and on their website, Gordon passionately expressed his commitment to supporting public servants and their families through various means. Revital Colorado provides a safe space where first responders can engage in activities and share experiences and traumas with colleagues who truly understand the unique challenges of their job. Their ultimate goal is to enable first responders to be more present with their families and better equipped to perform their duties at a higher level. Gordon was very passionate about sharing his belief that fostering community and connection is a crucial way to support the mental health and well-being of our dedicated first responders.

Operation Fayth

by Robert Balzano

Thursday evening at our Rotary meeting we had a visit from an extraordinary young lady named Fayth and her parents, Darrel and Melissa Cates.  Fayth came to thank us for a $300.00 grant that the Broomfield Rotary Foundation gave them for their nonprofit organization called Operation Fayth. Operation Fayth is an organization that gives back to children who are battling the hardest days of their lives! Fayth is also battling her own battles with Adolescent multiple sclerosis, and other health issues. Despite her own struggles, this truly amazing young lady unselfishly continues to make a difference.

By working together with other organizations and volunteers, Broomfield Rotary has made it a priority to increase volunteer services to the community and improve all fundraising efforts that help support local non-profits, such as these. 

Thank you for your support.

Financial Transparency

The Broomfield Rotary Charitable Foundation is committed to transparency and responsible stewardship of the donations entrusted to us by our community.

Our annual IRS Form 990 filings, which report our revenue, expenses, and charitable activities, are publicly available through the nonprofit database maintained by ProPublica.

View our filings here:
https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/113792261

Copies of our IRS determination letter and recent Form 990 filings are also available upon request.

The Broomfield Rotary Foundation Board Members (2025-26)

  • Immediate Past Foundation President
    • Ben Vagher
  • Foundation President
    • Ben Vagher
  • Club President
    • Dennis Kennedy
  • Club President-Elect
    • Brian Forman
  • Foundation Secretary
    • Rick Simmons
  • Foundation Treasurer
    • Gary Francis
  • At large board member (1 year, term-limited on 6/30/26)
    • Bob Hoyle
  • At large board member (2 years, term-limited on 6/30/27)
    • Clayton Shearer
  • At large board member (3 years, term-limited on 6/30/28)
    • Rob Balzano