Community in Action: August at Imagine!

August brings a season of connection, creativity, and continued impact across the Imagine! community. From innovative programming to meaningful partnerships, this month is full of powerful reminders of what we can accomplish when we work together. Whether it’s in classrooms, neighborhoods, initiatives, or community events, the momentum behind our mission is everywhere.

In this edition of The Pulse, you’ll find highlights from our School Age Services program, new housing opportunities made possible by a recent grant, community moments that bring us together, and the latest updates in advocacy.

Thank you for being part of the Imagine! community. We’re always better when we build it together. - Jodi

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Supporting Kids Year-Round: Learning, Friendship, and Fun with School Age Services

Imagine!’s School Age Services (SAS) program supports children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and autism from ages 7 to 21 through inclusive, enriching experiences designed to build life skills, independence, and meaningful connections. With offerings like after-school programs, school closure day activities, and a summer camp, SAS meets families where they are and provides consistent, trusted care and opportunities for participants to thrive.

>>LEARN ABOUT THE SAS PROGRAM

Next Step Living: Four Program Openings Available!

Ready to live more independently? Need to develop and refine skills to get you there? Check out Imagine!’s Next Step Living Home, a residential program designed to prepare adults to transition successfully into their own home.

Shared home | 24/7 staff support | Life & job skills | Community connection | Confidence building

Learn more about the program and fill out our interest form.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

New Grant Expands Housing Support in Boulder County!

Imagine! has received a $477,276 grant from Boulder County Government Human Services to provide housing navigation and stability support for people with I/DD, brain injury, and autism.

Through this partnership with Boulder Housing Partners, we’re creating more inclusive pathways to safe, stable, and independent living in support of people reaching their goals and building stronger communities. >>Read the Press Release

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Open Position Highlight

Work with Chef Raul at The Iris Bistro: Prep Cook Wanted

The Iris Bistro at Golden West Senior Living, a revitalized kitchen designed to bring together fresh meals, community connection, and inclusive employment opportunities, is hiring a prep cook! The position is under the supervision of Chef Raul, who can provide on-site job coaching and workplace training through Medicaid and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). Ideal candidates have past restaurant experience and/or are interested/motivated to work in a kitchen setting.

>>APPLY TODAY

LEGISLATIVE & ADVOCACY

Colorado Faces $1B Budget Shortfall in 2025

Federal tax law changes trigger urgent state budget discussions.

If most Medicaid cuts are not implemented until late 2026, why is everyone talking about a special legislative session to address a current budget shortfall? Colorado lawmakers are confronting a $1 billion budget shortfall this year, mainly because the state’s tax system is closely linked to federal tax law.

>>READ THE ARTICLE

MORE WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

Save the Date!

Lights, Camera, Impact: The 2026 Imagine! Celebration

Walk the red carpet, strike a pose, and experience an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and purpose. Join us for Imagine!’s annual fundraiser, where Hollywood glamour meets heartfelt giving in support of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD).

Enjoy fine dining, live entertainment, and both silent and live auctions, all while making a real impact on our community. Mark your calendars! Official invitation coming soon.

February 7, 2026 | 5:00 PM

Omni Interlocken Hotel | Broomfield

Interested in making an even bigger impact? If you or your organization would like to sponsor the event, donate an item to the silent or live auction, or learn more about how you can support this unforgettable evening, please reach out to Stephany Precourt at 303.775.7558 or sprecourt@imaginecolorado.org.

Wear Your Support. Help Send a Young Adult to Camp

Looking for a meaningful way to give back this summer? When you donate to the Imagine! Foundation’s Summer Camp Scholarship Fund, you’re helping children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) experience the joy, connection, and growth that camp brings.

As a special thank you, you’ll receive a handmade Imagine! bracelet. It is a colorful symbol of inclusion and community, thoughtfully crafted by The Imagine! Foundation Executive Director Trina.

Every gift makes a difference and every bracelet tells a story.

Sweet Summer Fun at the Lafayette Peach Festival!

Celebrate the season with us at the 26th Annual Lafayette Peach Festival on Saturday, August 16! Enjoy a delicious day filled with fresh Palisade peaches, peach cobbler, peach pies, and more. Admission is free, and it’s the perfect way to soak up summer with your community.

Be sure to stop by the Imagine! booth to say hello. We’d love to see you there!



>>Event Details

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