I am honored to serve as President of the Pueblo Community College Foundation for the next two years. Our board is composed of many past and present civic leaders from all aspects of life. What makes my job enjoyable are the positive attitudes, personal commitments, and unconditional love for our College our board members show year after year.

We want to first emphasize how thankful we are to the countless donations we have received over the years from our donors. With your monetary support and acts of kindness the Foundation has been able to provide hundreds of students something special—an opportunity, a realized dream, or that one chance to make something of themselves. 

The economic downturn forced us to tighten our belts; at the same time, our College saw astounding growth. People from every segment of our community have turned to higher education as the safest port in a storm of economic change and uncertainty. They want to learn new skills, get more specialized knowledge, and update their training and credentials.  Pueblo Community College continues to offer opportunities that fit a multitude of needs and interests, from the most basic skills to focused job training. Our certificates, diplomas, and associate degree programs prepare people at every level for the demands of today’s workplace. Even in these trying times, our donors continue to step up and help our students reach success. It is extremely vital to sustain our level of scholarships during these times when jobs are hard to come by and enrollment soars. 

Over time, the economy will get better. More jobs will become available. Our current students will become an asset in the workforce. They will succeed. They will be part of our family forever, no matter where they take uproot. Puebloans will always be here for each other to help. Those students will become future donors, and the circle of giving will start over. 

Ryan S. Griego President Pueblo Community College Foundation