Weld Legacy Foundation

The Weld Legacy Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Weld County, Colorado, with a long-standing commitment to enhancing the quality of health and education for its residents. Established in 1975, the foundation has evolved from its origins as the Weld County General Hospital Foundation and later the North Colorado Medical Center Foundation.

Mission and Activities

The Weld Legacy Foundation's mission is to promote excellence in health and education within Weld County. It accomplishes this through various philanthropic efforts, including providing significant financial support for local healthcare initiatives and educational opportunities. The foundation has contributed over $50 million to projects such as hospital expansions, technological upgrades, and staff education at North Colorado Medical Center (NCMC)[1][2].

Giving Opportunities and Initiatives

The foundation supports a range of initiatives and organizations, including:

• Bright Futures
• Curtis Strong Center for the Visually Impaired
• Heart Safe City
• Hospitality House at NCMC
• Monfort Children’s Clinic
• NCMC Breast Center
• Patient Support Funds
• Will Rothman Family Chaplaincy[1].

Scholarships

As part of its commitment to health education, Weld Legacy Foundation annually awards approximately $100,000 in scholarships to individuals in the community and employees of North Colorado Medical Center[5]. These scholarships have supported the education of over 375 students and professionals in the healthcare field.

Capacity Building Services

The foundation collaborates with other organizations, such as The Weld Trust, to enhance the capacity of local nonprofits and schools. It offers resources and support to help these organizations multiply their impact in their communities[3][4].

Overview

Since its inception, the Weld Legacy Foundation has been instrumental in contributing to the well-being and educational advancement of Weld County residents. By fostering partnerships and providing strategic support, it continues to play a vital role in enhancing health and education outcomes locally.

[1] https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Weldlegacy [2] https://fconline.foundationcenter.org/fdo-grantmaker-profile/?key=NORT571 [3] https://weldlegacy.org/capacity-building-services/ [4] https://weldlegacy.org [5] https://weldlegacy.org/scholarships/