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Our 2023-24 Annual Report
Zonta Foothills Foundation believes that every woman and girl deserves the opportunity to live a safe, healthy and empowered life. With your contribution, we invest in women, ensuring that the stay in school, remain safe from abuse and violence, and live strong and successful lives.
Our mission is to advance women and girls locally and worldwide through education, health and wellness, economic stability, safety and legal equality. To that end our Foundation, supported by members of the Zonta Foothills Club of Boulder County, underwrites scholarships, leadership groups, mentorship, community service and advocacy programs in Boulder County and the work of Zonta International.
Our Voice
Reproductive Rights- We support universal access to sexual and repductive health and rights, most recently, endorsing Amendment 79, Coloradans for Reproductive Freedoms.
Zonta Says Now is a local and global campaign for climate action through advocacy and scholarships.
Zonta Says No to Violence Against Women raises awareness of the global pandemic of women’s rights violations and takes actions to fight violence against women and gender inequality.
We advocate for Pay Equity, Childcare programs and other issues that support women and families throughout Colorado and the world.
Our Projects
Our Club supports youth leadership development through our Z and Golden Z Club programs. We also support our community through our Free Libraries, Drives. More than 7,000 free books were distributed to readers of all ages. Our members volunteered more than 1900 hours to service, advocacy and fundraising in the last year
Our Scholarships
In 2023-24 the Zonta Foothills Foundation distributed more than $26,000 through the Zonta EducateZ Scholarship, Pantherz Z Club Scholarship, Young Woman in Public Affairs Award, YWPA Application, Golden Z Club Scholarship, Golden Z Club Education Fund, Jane M. Klausman Woman in Business Scholarship
Karla Cervantes 2023-24 Golden Z Club Education Fund Recipient and Platinum Z Club Member
"Empowerment, inclusivity, mentorship, growth, success, confidence. These are the words that come to mind when I think about Zonta. However, Zonta is more than words for me, it's something valuable in my life that has given me the guidance to be a successful woman I always wanted to become. As a first generation woman, applying to college, seeking financial support, and building connections, doesn't come naturally to me -- Zonta was there to help. When I was trying to understand who I was and where I belonged as a Latina --- Zonta made me feel welcomed. When I didn't feel like I was living enough --- Zonta introduced me to different life experiences I always wanted to try but never had the courage to do alone. There are many things in life I still don't understand, but one thing I know is Zonta has made me feel confident to pursue the best version of myself...because I can!"
Dareen Khairi 2023-24 Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship Winner, MBA Candidate CU Leeds School of Business
"Growing up as a Palestinian Jordanian Muslim female I understood that marriage was the ultimate societal goal. Pursuing my Master of Business Administration is not only a personal educational endeavor but also a rebellion against societal norms…climbing up the education ladder and furthering myself professionally and personally. By becoming a beacon of change and a role model for other women, I hope to inspire them to pursue their own aspirations.
Beth Amsel 2023-24 EducateZ Scholarship Winner, Graduate Student University of Denver
"Zonta’s mission dovetails beautifully with my career intentions as I pursue a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology at the University of Denver...which is possible due to the Zonta Foothills Club of Boulder County. Thanks to their generous assistance, not only is my once tenuous future more secure and stable, but I am now one step closer to creating a mental health practice in which I can support and encourage women experiencing life altering shifts that feel insurmountable."
Diane Brenton, Boulder High Spanish teacher and Pantherz Z Club Adviser
"Boulder High PantherZ Z-Club embodies the spirit of service, leadership, and empowerment among young women and men. Purpose-driven, compassionate high school students tackle important initiatives, from voter engagement to community drives for local families. The Club focuses on fostering a Culture of Respect among all Boulder High students taking a firm stand against harassment, sexual assault, and discrimination. Guided by the values and dedication of Zonta Foothills Club of Boulder County, these remarkable students are developing into strong, socially-conscious, and globally enlightened leaders. Their dedication and drive are a testament to Zonta's mission and to the bright future that lies ahead for each of them as they make a difference in our community - and beyond."
Our mission is to advance women and girls locally and worldwide through education, health and wellness, economic stability, safety and legal equality. To that end our Foundation, supported by members of the Zonta Foothills Club of Boulder County, underwrites scholarships, leadership groups, mentorship, community service and advocacy programs in Boulder County and the work of Zonta International.
We envision a world in which women's rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential. In such a world, women have access to all resources and are represented in decision making positions on an equal basis with men. In such a world, no woman lives in fear of violence.
Since our charter in 1982 Zonta Foothills Club of Boulder County has been an active part of our Boulder Community We are a chapter of Zonta International and Zonta District 12 and have been supporting women and girls for over 30 years through local service projects, scholarships, advocacy and fundraising. Since 2001 our members have raised more than $500,000 to support community-based and international projects making a significant impact on the lives of women and girls.
In 2012 Zonta Foothills launched our Zonta Educatez program to support at risk women and girls through education and empowerment. Our Zonta Educatez program provides scholarships, mentoring and individual support towards education and empowerment. We sponsor the Boulder High School Pantherz Z Club and the Flatirons Golden Z Club for college-aged women providing leadership development.
Each of our scholarships and education funds help to defray the cost of tuition, books, travel and other fees. We support education from high school through graduate school. We raise funds to support our Golden Z Club Education Fund, The Pantherz ZClub Scholarship, the CU Bev Hackbart Scholarship, the Young Women in Public Affairs Award, The Zonta Edcatez Scholarship and our newest away the Bev Sears Climate Action Scholarship. Since 2010 The Zonta Foothills Foundation has awarded more than $95,000 in educational scholarships to Boulder County students.
We have also distributed more then 60,000 books through our 5 free libraries. Situated around Boulder County, they provide free books to under resourced families at food banks, Safe House, EFFA Neighborhood Centers and the Boulder Justice Center.
Our members are 100% volunteer and we have no paid staff.
Organization name
Zonta Foothills Foundation
1998
Tax id (EIN)
41-2148443
Category
Education, Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, Public & Societal Benefit, Youth Development
Organization Size
Small Organization
Address
PO Box 19964Mailing
P.O. Box 19964Headquarters
1211 West 22nd Street Suite 900Boulder County, CO, US