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The Wooden Hawk Foundation symbolizes a lasting legacy that unites generations and fosters a sense of purpose, empathy, and social responsibility within the community.
Michele Peeters Vanags, a dedicated member of the Evergreen, Colorado community, has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to service and philanthropy. Alongside her late husband Einar, Michele envisioned the establishment of a family foundation as a way to give back to the community that they cherished.
The Foundation embodies the Peeters Vanags family’s commitment to leaving a meaningful and enduring mark on the world.
As the founder of the Michele Vanags State Farm Agency, she has been an integral part of the mountain community for over two decades, providing vital support and guidance to her neighbors. Michele forged ahead and brought her vision to life by founding the Wooden Hawk Foundation.
The name holds deep personal significance, reflecting both Michele and Einar’s proud first-generation American heritage, with roots in Holland and Latvia. Embracing this new chapter, Michele is passionately dedicated to utilizing the Foundation as a meaningful conduit for uplifting causes and issues aligned with their family’s core values and passions.
The Wooden Hawk Foundation symbolizes a lasting legacy that unites generations and fosters a sense of purpose, empathy, and social responsibility within the community. With an unwavering dedication to making a positive impact that transcends individual lifetimes, the Foundation embodies the Peeters Vanags family’s enduring commitment to leaving a meaningful and enduring mark on the world.
The mission of the Wooden Hawk Foundation is to provide ongoing support to the mountain community school system through charitable and educational initiatives. We are dedicated to fostering a sense of community and empowerment by offering mentoring programs, career counseling, and similar opportunities that enrich the lives and educational experiences of students within the area. Our foundation is committed to making a positive and lasting impact, nurturing the growth and development of both the community and the school system.
Our foundation is committed to making a positive and lasting impact, nurturing the growth and development of both the community and the school system.
Saturday, August 3, 2024 | Buchanan Park
All net proceeds from the Mountain Music Fest will be donated towards the Foundation’s 2 inaugural projects.
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