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About the foundation

Local people. A shared commitment.

Since 1999, FCF has brought neighbors together to support nonprofit organizations serving Fremont County.

Our mission

Providing support to non-profit organizations in Fremont County through the successful promotion of community events.

We are an all-volunteer foundation. We organize and promote community events that raise funds to help local nonprofits meet budget shortfalls, offer new programs, and sustain existing services.

Our work also includes managing education scholarship funds on behalf of Fremont County. Contact us for current information about scholarship opportunities and the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative.

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The people behind FCF

Meet our board

Dawn Schmittel

President

Dawn Schmittel

A Colorado native and local business owner, Dawn brings a love of her community to her work with FCF. She values the contributions of every board member and volunteers her time and experience to local causes. Away from work, she enjoys rafting, fly fishing, camping, and travel.

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Dan Brown

Board Member

Dan Brown

Dan began volunteering with FCF at the Belvedere Blues Festival in 2002 and served as president from 2012 to 2021. He also served two years as president of the Cañon City Chamber of Commerce. He has collected, restored, and driven Volkswagens since he was 16.

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Jessica Unruh

Secretary

Jessica Unruh

Jessica joined the FCF board in 2019 and serves as secretary. A real estate professional who serves on several boards, she enjoys building connections throughout the community. She and her partner Scott spend their free time exploring Colorado.

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Tom Kerstiens

Board Member

Tom Kerstiens

Tom contributes his time and experience to FCF while running a local custom gifts and products business with his wife. He enjoys family life and spending time outdoors.

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Bri Gottschalk

Board Member

Bri Gottschalk

Bri serves the community through FCF and her work managing a local business. She brings leadership experience and a commitment to helping others, and is the proud mother of two children.

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Eli Moffitt

Board Member

Eli Moffitt

Eli brings years of event experience to the board and helps improve FCF’s website and community communications. Flashback on Main is his favorite FCF event. Outside his community work, he enjoys cooking and the outdoors.

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Jordan Grantham

Board Member

Jordan Grantham

Jordan has volunteered at festivals since 2016. He enjoys helping behind the scenes, stepping in wherever he is needed, and making community events enjoyable for everyone.

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