BridgeWell Foundation was formerly McKee Wellness Foundation

About Us

Building a healthier, more connected Northern Colorado by investing in people, strategic programs, and partnerships that strengthen care across our community.

Mission

BridgeWell Foundation (formerly McKee Wellness Foundation) bridges gaps in health and wellness throughout Northern Colorado by funding impactful local programs, supporting individuals with direct financial aid, and connecting people to trusted resources.

Vision

At BridgeWell Foundation, we envision a Northern Colorado where every person is free to flourish—physically, mentally, and within community.

Our History

Bridging gaps in health and wellness across Larimer and Weld Counties.

1981

Foundation Created

McKee Medical Center Foundation established to support new community hospital in Loveland.

2005

Banner Health Transition

Hospital ownership transferred to Banner Health, prompting expansion beyond hospital-focused fundraising.

2018

First Rebranding

Name changes to McKee Wellness Foundation to reflect broader scope of programs.

2021

Independence

Foundation formally separates from Banner/MMC and becomes an independent public charity.

2025

Major Rebranding

Name changes to BridgeWell Foundation of Northern Colorado to clarify independent status and steadfast mission.

Our Team

Leadership

Nate Lamkin

Nate Lamkin

Executive Director

Megan Streetman

Megan Streetman

Development Director

Jen Sanders

Jen Sanders

Director of Marketing & Community Outreach

Board members

Mike Ball

Mike Ball

President

Cole Ritchey

Cole Ritchey

Vice President

Adna Romero

Adna Romero

Treasurer

Victoria Cordova

Victoria Cordova

Board Member

Mat Dinsmore

Mat Dinsmore

Board Member

Ron Emery

Ron Emery

Board Member

Lucas Gillis

Lucas Gillis

Board Member

Jason Jarvis

Jason Jarvis

Board Member

Paul Matthews

Paul Matthews

Board Member

Maureen Reuter

Maureen Reuter

Board Member

Emeritus Members

Deb Alles
Jerry Ashbach
Phil Ashcraft
Sam Betters

Becky Burton Aldrich
Carol Donahue
Ursula Eckert-Peterson
Mel Green

Cindy Guldy
Mary Gullikson
Dr. Jason Hatch
Don Johnson

Linda Keener
George Ligotke
Diana Precht
Bob Shearer

IN MEMORIAM

The following Board members are listed in memory and in honor of their significant activity and contribution to BridgeWell Foundation (formerly McKee Wellness Foundation) and the Board of Directors.

Floyd Albers

Shirley Hogan

Dick Lubinski

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