With Regard,

Jeff ShoemakerExecutive DirectorTh e Colorado Parks Foundation303.818.8078jeff @thecpf.org

Greetings:

On behalf of the Board of Trustees of the Colorado Parks Foundation (CPF), we are pleased to provide you with our 2016-2017 Annual Report!

Since its inception over three decades ago, the core mission of the CPF has never wavered:

• Enhance Parks across the State of Colorado through grants that are awarded annually.

• Advocate for the ongoing improvement and protection of Parks throughout the State of Colorado.

• Promote the enjoyment and usage of Parks throughout the State of Colorado, allowing for enjoyable and benefi cial outdoor experiences for the citizens of Colorado and its visitors.

Th e CPF was founded in 1985 by former State Senator Joe Shoemaker, along with two of his longtime friends and political allies, Flo (Doc) Gilbert and Joe Schieff elin. Th e purpose behind this collective request was to create a 501c3 non-profi t organization focused on providing Parks across Colorado with modest grants for needed projects or programs within their respective areas that otherwise would not be possible.

Th e initial grant year was 1986 during which the fi rst two, albeit modest, grants totaling $8,500 were awarded to Colorado State Forest State Park and an Art in the Parks initiative.

From this humble beginning, the CPF has, over the last three decades, provided over 150 grants to numerous State Parks, Colorado Recreational Areas and, more recently, local and regional park projects and initiatives. Just over the last two years, the CPF provided 16 grants in 2016 and 25 grants in 2017!

Th ese latest investments in our State’s park and open space amenities brings the total grant disbursement amount from the CPF to over $950,000.

Th e CPF is also very proud of its eff ort in 2007 to initiate the Colorado State Parks License program. Th e State Parks Plates became available on January 1, 2011 and, as of the publication of this Annual Report, over 3,000 State Parks Plates can be seen on vehicles traveling across the highways and byways of our beautiful State and beyond. 100% of every dollar donated to the CPF for Plate purchases is deposited into a separate endowment fund within the CPF. Each year, a minimum of 5% of the endowment’s value is donated to a requested State Park grant applicant. Th is past year, a grant of $4,000 was presented to Barr Lake State Park!

Th e Colorado Parks Foundation was created to provide engagement, advocacy, and fi nancial support for Parks across the State of Colorado. Th ese eff orts allow the ever-increasing benefi t these amazing natural resources off er to the environmental sustainability of Colorado to continue to thrive. CPF is proud to launch the 33rd year of its mission with the promise and commitment to increase its engagement, advocacy and fi nancial assistance to Parks across the State of Colorado!

I hope you enjoy the Colorado Parks Foundation’s 2016-2017 Annual Report. I welcome your phone call or email at any time!

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2017 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $88,900Barr Lake State ParkOutdoor Movie Screen

$4,000

Barr Lake State ParkOutdoor Adventure Expo

$4,000

Boyd Lake State ParkGolf Cart

$3,500

Chatfi eld Reservoir Reallocation ProjectEnvironmental Pool Support

$7,500

Chatfi eld Reservoir State ParkWetlands Gazebo

$3,500

Cheyenne Mountain State ParkGolf Cart

$2,000

Denver Parks and RecreationRiver North Promenade

$7,500

Eleven Mile State ParkBottle Filling Station

$2,000

Friends of Colorado State ParksFriends Program Capacity Building

$3,500

Jackson Lake State ParkInternational Dark Sky

Place Technology

$3,500

John Martin State ParkTrees for Shade

$3,000

Lake Pueblo State ParkCampground Enhancements

$2,500

Mueller State ParkUpdate and Enhance Educational

Exhibits in Visitor Center

$2,500

Navajo State ParkHand and Power Tools

$2,500

North Sterling State ParkElectric Bike and Accessories

$2,000

Steamboat Lake State Park

2017 GRANTSSteamboat Lake State Park - Gunzugroomer Tracksetter

By Michelle Bullock, Executive Assistant

Th e Colorado State Park License Plate was conceived in 2007 and launched in 2011. Since then, the Colorado Parks Foundation (CPF) has proudly sold over 3,000 of these beautiful license plates from 225 cities within the State of Colorado, celebrating our state parks.

Every Parks Plate purchased provides a one-time donation of $44 to the CPF, 100% of which is placed into a separate, dedicated endowment fund. No administrative fees are assessed against the fund, and every year as the fund grows, a minimum of 5% of the value of the endowment is used to provide grants to State Parks across Colorado.

Th e CPF has provided grants to: Barr Lake State Park, Chatfi eld State Park, Steamboat Lake State Park and multi-park event grants such as the First Day Hikes Grant and the Eclipse Viewing Grant. Th e combined grants awarded from this License Plate fund exceed $17,000!

To order your State Parks License Plate:

• Online at:

www.coloradoparksfoundation.org,clicking on the “LICENSE PLATE” link and following the easy online form.

• Mail a donation to:

Th e Colorado Parks Foundation1855 S. Pearl Street, Suite 40Denver, CO 80210

You will be provided with specifi c directions to take with you to the DMV with proof of purchase of your Colorado State Park License Plate. Your order will be processed within 48 hours.

To learn more about the projects and programs made possible through your support, visit w w w.coloradoparksfoundation.org and click on the “DONATION

HISTORY” link.

For any questions about this process or for more information, please visit our website and click on the “CONTACT

US” link.

Stagecoach State Park

2016-2017 Grants2016-2017 Grants

Ruby Hill Park in Denver Levitt Pavilion Construction Support

$5,000

First Day HikesJanuary 1st Multi-Park

Organized Hike

$2,500

(Note – this grant was funded through proceeds from the Colorado State Parks License Plate Endowment)

John Martin ReservoirGolf Cart

$4,500

Mueller State Park Outdoor Skills Day &

Promotional Materials

$2,700

North Sterling State ParkShade Areas in Park

$3,500

Stagecoach State ParkLoaner Bike Program

$3,500

Staunton State ParkYouth Archery Program

$3,500

2016-2017 Grants2016-2017 Grants

2017 GRANTS (continued)

Peak to Prairie Trek ProjectPlanning and Visioning

$5,000

Ridgway State ParkSnowshoes and Paddleboards

$3,500

Roxborough State ParkLeave No Trace Program Support

$4,000

Stagecoach State ParkPolaris® Prospector Pro® Track System

$4,000

Stagecoach State ParkWasher and Dryer

$3,300

Staunton State ParkMountain Bike Bells

$4,000

Steamboat Lake State ParkBeacon Checkpoint Station

$1,500

Sweitzer Lake State ParkAdult and Youth Bikes

$2,500

Vega Lake State ParkBear Proof Lockers

$4,100

Yampa River State ParkSelf-guided Nature Walk Support

$3,500

2016 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $55,450 Arkansas Headwaters Recreation AreaShelter/ Picnic Area

$5,000

Barr Lake State Park11th Annual Barr Lake

Appreciation Day

$1,400

Barr Lake State ParkEquine Playground Pen

$2,000

Castlewood Canyon State ParkSignage Program

$3,500

Crawford State ParkIce Fishing Equipment

$3,050

Eclipse Viewing EventViewing Glasses for Multiple State

Parks on 8/21/17

$3,500

(Note – this grant was funded through proceeds from the Colorado State Parks License Plate Endowment)

Sweitzer Lake State Park -

Loaner Mountain Bike Program

Barr Lake State Park -11th Annual Appreciation Day

North Sterling State Park-

Picnic Pavilion

Barr Lake State Park-

11th Annual Appreciation Day

Roxborough State Park - Leave No Trace Program

Multiple State Parks- Materials for Eclipse

Viewing Event

Staunton State ParkWildlife Proof Garbage Cans

$5,000

Sylvan Lake State ParkPaddleboards

$2,800

Vega State ParkNew Signage throughout Park

$4,000

Funding History

2015 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $77,040 National Parks and Wildlife Foundation Conference Support$16,250

Barr Lake State ParkTipi

$1,245

Chatfi eld State ParkJr. Ranger Booklet Redesign

and Printing

$2,000

(Note – this grant was funded through proceeds from the Colorado State Parks License Plate Endowment)

Colorado Parks and WildlifeArchery in the Parks

Program Expansion

$5,000

Colorado Parks and Wildlife1st Day Hikes Program Support

$2,500

High Line Canal ConservancyVisioning Study Support

$5,000

Lathrop State ParkBoat Ramp Improvements

$5,000

Lory State Park Bike Skills Course Improvements

$5,000

North Sterling State ParkCampground Hookup Upgrades

$5,000

St. Vrain State ParkElectric Golf Carts

$5,000

State Forest State ParkEducation Brochures

$2,500

(Note – this grant was funded through proceeds from the Colorado State Parks License Plate Endowment)

Staunton State ParkHistoric Cabin Improvements

$17,545

(Note – this grant was funded through proceeds from the Staunton State Park Endowment)

Trinidad State ParkTrail Improvements

$5,000

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St. Vrain State Park - Electric Golf Cart - 2015 CPF Grant

State Forest State Park Educational Brochures - 2015 CPF Grant

Funding History

Colorado State Parks NASPD Conference

Colorado State Parks Expanding the Role of the Foundation

for Colorado State Parks

2010 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $40,000Colorado State Parks Annual Employee

Appreciation Meetings

Colorado State Parks National Association of Recreation

Resource Planners Conference

and Awards

Colorado State ParksNASPD Scholarships

Colorado State ParksNASPD Conference

Colorado State Parks Electric/Alternative Fuel Vehicles

2009 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $60,000Colorado State Parks State Parks Passport Program

Colorado State Parks 50th Anniversary

Commemorative Poster

Creative ServicesTraining Services

Cherry Creek State Park 50th Anniversary Celebration

Colorado State Parks Colorado Welcome Center

Brochure Distribution

Colorado State Parks Parks and Foundation Promotion at

Major Trade and Travel Shows

Colorado State ParksEmployee Recognition

Colorado State Parks Colorado State Parks &

Natural Areas Book

2008 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $75,000

Colorado State Parks State Parks History

Traveling Exhibit

Colorado State Parks State Parks 50th

Anniversary Calendar

Colorado State Parks Colorado Welcome Center Brochure

Distribution

Colorado State Parks Parks and Foundation Promotion at

Major Trade and Travel Shows

Funding History

2014 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $63,150Arkansas Headquarters Recreation AreaShade Structure

Castlewood Canyon State ParkLand Acquisition

Colorado Parks and Wildlife 1st Day Hikes Program Support

Colorado Parks and WildlifeBanners and Banner Stands

Confl uence ParkArt Sculpture

Eldorado Canyon State ParkElectric Bicycles

James Robb/Colorado River State Park Park Signage, Framing and

Copyrighting

Joe Shoemaker SchoolCurriculum Coordinator

Lone Mesa State ParkCabin Restoration

Roxborough State ParkElectric People Mover

Stagecoach State Park Youth Fishing Equipment

and Computer Software

Sylvan Lake State Park Amphitheater Materials

and Youth Education

Program Supplies

2013 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $36,300Steamboat Lake State Park Rehabilitation of Placer Cabin

Lory State Park Equestrian Jump Course Restoration

and Enhancement

Chatfi eld State Park Structural Improvements

to Historic Slocum Cabin

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Permanent Sun Shelter at

the Rincon Recreation Site

Barr Lake State Park Handicap Accessible

Fishing Pier Design

2012 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $60,000Colorado State ParksNASPD Scholarships

Colorado State ParksNASPD Annual Conference

Colorado Parks & Wildlife Public Advocacy and Fundraising for

Colorado Parks and Wildlife

2011 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $50,000Colorado State Parks Annual Employee Appreciation

Meetings and Awards

Colorado State ParksNASPD Scholarships

Roxborough State Park - Rox Ride - 2014 CPF Grant

Steamboat Lake State Park, ©Wayne D. Lewis

Eldorado Canyon State Park - Electric Bicycles - 2014 CPF Grant

Funding History

2002 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $15,318Colorado State ParksYear of Trails

2001 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $10,000Steamboat Lake State ParkStatue

Sylvan Lake State ParkOak Shelving

2000 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $8,000Roxborough State ParkVisitor Center Improvements

State Forest State ParkCabin Furniture

1999 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $12,000State Parks Youth Trail Corps Program

1998 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $13,700Statewide ProgramsColor Printer

Colorado State ForestOutdoor Interpretive Panels

Cherry Creek State ParkUtility Carts

South RegionRegional Display

Sylvan Lake State ParkFurniture

1997 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $15,000Mueller State Park “Living In Bear Country” Display

Th e Colorado State ForestMoose Interpretive Display

Golden Gate Canyon State ParkTouch-screen Computer

1996 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $12,000Mueller State ParkVisitor Center Kiosk

Statewide ProgramsKids Activity Book

Chatfi eld State ParkDiscovery Pavilion Trees

West Region Parks Interpretive Trunks Expansion

Th e Colorado State Forest Moose Information Brochure

Funding History

2007 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $75,000Colorado State Parks Programming and Project Grants

to 12 State Parks

Colorado State Parks 50th Anniversary Planning

and Preparation

Colorado State Parks Colorado Welcome Center

Brochure Distribution

Colorado State Parks State Parks and Foundation

Promotional Items

2006 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $50,000Colorado State Parks State Parks and Foundation Marketing

and Promotions

Program Support

Colorado State ParksState Park Employee Incentives

and Awards Program

Golden Gate Canyon State Park Furnishings for the

Harmsen’s Ranch

Cheyenne Mountain State Park Furnishings for Visitor Center Lobby/

Coff ee Shop

Colorado State Parks State Parks and Foundation

Promotional Items for Customers

Colorado State Parks Disney Guest Services Training

Colorado State ParksLicense Plate Initiative

2005 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $25,000Colorado State ParksPublic Address System

Colorado State ParksCanopy Tents

Mueller State ParkChairs for Mueller Cabins

Colorado State ParksChairs for Trade Shows

2004 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $15,000Colorado State ParksCanopy Tents

2003 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $15,000Colorado State Parks Branding and Outreach Materials

Pearl Lake State Park,

© Wayne D. Lewis

Cherry Creek State Park, © Wayne D. Lewis

Steamboat Lake State Park

State Park, ©Wayne D. Lewis

Funding History

Chatfi eld State ParkHistoric Cabin

Sweitzer State ParkPlayground Structure

Roxborough State ParkPeople Mover

1989 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $9,700Arkansas Headwaters Recreation AreaKayaks and Equipment

Bonny State ParkInterpretive Area

Cherry Creek State ParkFishing Jetty

Island Acres State ParkPlay Structure

Steamboat Lake State ParkAmphitheater

North Sterling ReservoirMaster Plan

Standley LakeMaster Plan

1988 No funding was provided to the Division in 1988 to allow the value of CPF’s endowment to grow.

1987 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $9,000Barr, Roxborough, Golden Gate Canyon & Eldorado Canyon State ParksInterpretive Sales

1986 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $8,500 Colorado State ForestCabin Relocation

Adopt-A-ParkArt In Th e Parks

Funding History

1995 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $14,000Castlewood Canyon State Park Self-Guided Nature Trail

Audio Program

Statewide ProgramsTrade Show Display

InterpretationEight Interpretive Trunks

1994 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT$12,000Expansion of the Eff orts of the Foundation for Colorado State Parks

1993 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT$16,100Barbour Ponds State ParkHandicap Fishing Pier

Lake Pueblo State ParkArkansas River Handicap

Fishing Pier

Cherry Creek State Park Shade Tree Establishment

and Renovation

Littleton Offi ce of Colorado State ParksBrochure Rack

Chatfi eld State ParkChildren’s Playground

Navajo State ParkCampground Amphitheater

Marketing Program Exploring Colorado State

Parks Book

1992 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $14,000Marketing ProgramLimited Edition Poster

Chatfi eld State Park Watchable Wildlife Project

at Chatfi eld Heronry

Roxborough State Park Persse Place Signing for Interpretation

and Fund Raising

North Region Offi cePublic Information Display

Eleven Mile State ParkAmphitheater

Highline State Park Beach Playground Structure

1991 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $4,000World Congress on Adventure Travel and Eco-Tourism

Scout Reach Program

1990 GRANTSTOTAL SUPPORT $21,249Cherry Creek State ParkConnecting Trail

Denver Offi ce, Public Information SystemMacintosh Computer

Jackson Lake State ParkAmphitheater

Lathrop State ParkTrail & Aquarium

Cheyenne Mtn. State Park, ©Wayne D. Lewis

Chatfi eld State Park,

©Wayne D. Lewis

Golden Gate Canyon State Park, © Wayne D. Lewis

Lory State Park - Equestrian Jump Course - 2013 CPF Grant

©Wayne D. Lewis

Th e Colorado Parks Foundation

1855 S. Pearl Street, Suite 40Denver, CO 80210

303.455.7109coloradoparksfoundation.org

Board of Trustees

Larry Elrod, ChairmanJon Bridges, Vice Chairman

Kip Stastny, Secretary

Carolyn ArmstrongRon Beane

Courtney Benson Caroline ClarkSteve O’Neal

Scott SouthworthJack Welch

The offi cial printer of The Colorado Parks Foundation

Founder

Joe Shoemaker

Staff

Jeff Shoemaker, Executive DirectorMichelle Bullock, Executive Assistant

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