BridgeWell Foundation was formerly McKee Wellness Foundation

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You've always been the bridge, and our community is stronger because of it. Ensure the future of health and wellness in Northern Colorado through planned giving.

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Include BridgeWell in your will or living trust. We can help by providing easy language to use.

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Name BridgeWell Foundation as the beneficiary of your retirement plan or life insurance.

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Your Impact Continues

When you include BridgeWell Foundation in your estate plans, you join a special group of forward-thinking supporters and ensure a future you make possible. Committed Legacy Givers receive invitations to exclusive donor events and announcements about breaking foundation news.

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Our Impact

Real Stories. Real Support.

“Even after moving schools again and again, I stayed focused on a future in healthcare—because helping others is who I am.”

Adwen Gardner

Beneficiary: BridgeWell Foundation Scholarship

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“My passion for medical research comes from wanting to help my family—and others—live healthier, fuller lives.”

Kilian O’Hare

Beneficiary: BridgeWell Foundation Scholarship

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“My work as a CNA confirmed what I already believed: I want a career where I can care for the whole person—physically, mentally, and emotionally.”

Hannah Blonski

Beneficiary: Marge Schafer Nursing Scholarship

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“I’ve faced many hardships—and still kept my educational goals a priority so I can build a safe, stable future for my child.”

April Singer

Beneficiary: Banner NOCO Scholarship

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“BridgeWell’s support hasn’t just allowed us to do more work. It has fundamentally changed what’s possible for the veterans and first responders we serve.”

Combat Recovery Foundation

Veteran Support Partner

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“This partnership fills a critical gap—providing immediate, life-saving shelter when there is nowhere else to turn.”

The Salvation Army

Crisis Health Partner

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“For the first time in decades, I felt truly cared about—not just treated, but seen.”

Healing Warriors

Veteran Wellness Partner

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“The BridgeWell Foundation’s Blue Star Fund helps us close critical gaps in services for veterans—restoring stability, dignity, and hope when it’s needed most.”

Aspire

Veteran Housing Partner

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“In November 2025, Renee’s furry best friend became the reason for her financial hardship.”

Renee E.

Crisis Fund Recipient

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“When I reached out to the Foundation, it was like an outpouring of love. They gave us hope.”

Valerie – Edinger Family

Crisis Fund Recipient

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“No one should face the cancer journey alone. You became a friend to give Harper a hand up.”

Harper I.

Cancer Fund Recipient

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“It’s been nearly six years since Cindy’s breast cancer diagnosis, but for her and her family, its impact never truly ended. Surgeries to restore function and confidence leave Cindy unable to drive, and she often must rely on her teenage son to transport her to appointments.”

Cindy V.

CRISIS FUND RECIPIENT

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“A year and a half ago, I rang the bell after finishing six months of chemotherapy for Stage I breast cancer. I truly thought that chapter of my life was over. This year, my world changed all over again.”

Joan I.

Cancer Care Recipient

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“I am in dire need of any financial assistance you can provide. Without this assistance, I am worried our utilities will be shut off.”

Carlos R.

Cancer Care Recipient

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“Evan was only 33 when a cancer diagnosis shook his whole world. A hand up from BridgeWell Foundation helped restore stability.”

Evan N.

Cancer Care Recipient

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“Addiction can steal your sense of control—support can help restore it. When Nora knew she needed to seek help for her substance abuse, she did the hardest thing; she entered an intensive inpatient recovery program. Now, she needs help to continue her recovery journey.”

Nora D.

Mental Health Fund Recipient

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