The COPPeR Guild is a group of arts patrons and community leaders who understand that a vibrant and dynamic creative sector requires the strong and effective leadership of a local arts agency, like the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
The COPPeR Guild was established as a way for community members, like you, to help sustain our efforts in championing arts & culture in our region. Since its formation in 2015, individuals, families, and local businesses from across our region have become Guild members (see below). As a COPPeR Guild member, your annual, tax-deductible gift of $1,000 (or more) will help empower our ongoing operations and enable us to achieve our vision for “a thriving community united by creativity.”
Gifts made through the El Paso County Enterprise Zone are eligible to receive a CO state tax credit equal to 25% of the donation amount. Please contact us for additional details.
Our sincere appreciation to these generous and inspiring individuals (and businesses) who are currently members of The COPPeR Guild, as of 11/1/22:
Alpine Bank
Betsy & Vance Brown
Al and Leigh Buettner
Nard Claar and Sheary Clough Suiter
Nechie and Patrick Faricy
Holly and Tony Flores
Michael and Sue Grace
Erin Hannan and Jon Csakany
Robert Howsam and Sara Ware Howsam
Kyle and Sally Hybl
Phil and Meg Kendall
Kevin and Jamie Kratt
Brenda Lammers
Lawrence Dryhurst Gallery (Wayne and Betz Smisek)
Christina McGarry
Robin and Mike McGrath
Jeff Mohrmann and Tilah Larson
C.J. Moore
Karen Pfeifer
Krithika Prashant and Prashant Krishnan
John Romero
Pam Shockley-Zalabak
John Spears
Brenda Speer and Greg Ward
Michele Strub-Heer and Jordan Strub
Kathryn Stults
Danielle Summerville
Herman and Tang-Lin Tiemens
Jean Tiemens and Herb Comet
Lois Vick
George Vradenburg
Welkin Sciences, LLC (Dennis Wagner)
Steve Weed and Laurie Wilson
What are the benefits of membership in The COPPeR Guild?
You’ll be joining a group of arts patrons and community leaders who understand that a vibrant and dynamic creative sector requires the strong and effective leadership of a local arts agency, like the Cultural Office. In addition to supporting our efforts to advance the interests of arts advocacy, economic development, cultural tourism, and quality of life here in the Pikes Peak region, your annual membership in The COPPeR Guild also includes:
- Opportunities to connect and network with other local arts advocates
- Invitations to special Guild events and experiences throughout the year
- Periodic email communications and updates from the Cultural Office’s Executive Director
- Public recognition on the Cultural Office’s website and in our Annual Report
How will my COPPeR Guild donation be spent?
Your financial gift will support the implementation of the Cultural Office’s strategic goals:
- Cultivate robust participation in arts & cultural experiences throughout the Pikes Peak region
- Advocate for investment in the region’s cultural vitality
- Leverage arts & cultural assets to help brand our community as an innovative and vibrant destination
- Foster collaboration and cross-sector partnerships
How can I learn more about the The COPPeR Guild?
Please email Angela Seals, the Cultural Office’s Executive Director, at angela@CulturalOffice.org.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INVESTMENT IN OUR WORK!
