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The North Face Awards Explore Fund Grant to Cottonwood Institute

The North Face awarded an Explore Fund grant to the Cottonwood Institute to help fund our programs with Casa de la Esperanza in Boulder County! The Explore Fund’s mission is to inspire and enable the next generation of explorers by funding non-profit organizations that are working to re-connect children with nature. By encouraging an active… Read more »

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Turkeys, Jays and Camo, oh my! Casa de la Esperanza Goes for a Hike

Early in November, Longmont youth from Casa de la Esperanza enjoyed a balmy autumn day in the foothills as part of Cottonwood Institute’s Mini CAP.  The Mini CAP is a six session environmental service-learning program that encourages students to get engaged with local environmental issues on a personal and community level.  As part of the program, students develop their critical thinking and… Read more »