Staff
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One of the greatest assets at the Estes Nonprofit Network is its staff. The organization has a team of dynamic women. They are creative, big idea people who get work done. They have a great sense of humor and drink a lot of coffee together. They put the FUN in Philanthropy.
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Cato Kraft
Executive Director
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Private Consultations, Grant Writing, Development, Fundraising, Big Ideas
Executive Director
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Private Consultations, Grant Writing, Development, Fundraising, Big Ideas
Cato Kraft (she/her) is a vibrant leader in the Estes Valley, known for her passion and dedication to our local nonprofit industry. As the Executive Director of the Estes Nonprofit Network, formerly the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center, she works to bridge community gaps through collaboration and grassroots efforts.
Cato has been recognized as one of Northern Colorado's 40 Under 40 by BizWest and a 30 Under 30 Next Generation Professional by NoCo Style Magazine. She was nominated as a Woman of Distinction in Nonprofits and was part of the inaugural class of the Estes Chamber of Commerce's Women of Impact in 2023. She serves on numerous committees across the county and state that support nonprofit growth and impact.
Outside of work, Cato loves spending time with her husband, Denali, and their dog, Millie, at their mountain home in Glen Haven. She is dedicated to leading the local nonprofit industry into a future of greater connection and success and is a strong advocate for more young female leaders in the workplace.
Cato has been recognized as one of Northern Colorado's 40 Under 40 by BizWest and a 30 Under 30 Next Generation Professional by NoCo Style Magazine. She was nominated as a Woman of Distinction in Nonprofits and was part of the inaugural class of the Estes Chamber of Commerce's Women of Impact in 2023. She serves on numerous committees across the county and state that support nonprofit growth and impact.
Outside of work, Cato loves spending time with her husband, Denali, and their dog, Millie, at their mountain home in Glen Haven. She is dedicated to leading the local nonprofit industry into a future of greater connection and success and is a strong advocate for more young female leaders in the workplace.
Alison Rivers
Operations Director
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Lending Library Contact, Donor Tracking, Volunteer Requests, Office Management
Operations Director
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Lending Library Contact, Donor Tracking, Volunteer Requests, Office Management
“I was a member of a nonprofit summer theatre troupe in downtown Niagara Falls as a kid. We would go and “pass the hat” after each performance. I consider that to be my first foray into fundraising. Who can resist a ten-year-old with a sparkly top hat? I am still a fundraiser, I am a volunteer, I am a donor, and I am raising my family to believe that philanthropy is a family affair. You are never too young (or old) to get involved.”
Alison’s introduction to Estes Valley nonprofits began in 2000 through her work with Hobert Office Services. After a brief 13-year break to be a stay-at-home Mom, and a quick move to Maine and back, Alison was fortunate enough to begin working with the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center in the Fall of 2015. Her time with the EPNRC has allowed her to be continually inspired. She believes there is always more to do and more to learn. "Life in Estes Park is lovely and I am so grateful to be a part of this community."
Karen McPherson
Outreach Director
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Communications, Logos and Graphics, Social Media, Program Management
Outreach Director
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Communications, Logos and Graphics, Social Media, Program Management
I have a long family history in Estes Park and am grateful to the generations before me that planted good seeds in this town. It feels wonderful to work together with, support, and promote the people and organizations working hard in this community. I am interested in a healthy and vibrant Estes Valley for me and my grandkids.
My strengths are in program management and marketing. I do the e-newsletter, the website, and graphics for the organizations. I love to write; I connect with member organizations to create the regular spotlight on the work of local nonprofits and the issues that affect them. Kinda my Barbara Walters momet.
Fun Fact: I am working on a story of Estes Park that spans 1905-1912.
My strengths are in program management and marketing. I do the e-newsletter, the website, and graphics for the organizations. I love to write; I connect with member organizations to create the regular spotlight on the work of local nonprofits and the issues that affect them. Kinda my Barbara Walters momet.
Fun Fact: I am working on a story of Estes Park that spans 1905-1912.