BridgeWell Foundation was formerly McKee Wellness Foundation

Stories & Impact

Behind every gift is a neighbor with a story. Meet the people whose lives have been changed through BridgeWell support.

Education

“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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Education

“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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Education

“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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Education

“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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Community Grants

“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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Community Grants

“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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Community Grants

“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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Community Grants

“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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Patient Support

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

Renee

Crisis Fund Recipient

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Patient Support

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

Valerie

Crisis Fund Recipient

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Patient Support

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

Harper

Cancer Fund Recipient

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Patient Support

“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

CRISIS FUND RECIPIENT

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Patient Support

“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

Cancer Care Recipient

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Patient Support

“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

Cancer Care Recipient

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Patient Support

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

Evan

Cancer Care Recipient

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Patient Support

“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

Mental Health Fund Recipient

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About us

The Heart of Our Mission

For 45 years, BridgeWell has been committed to strengthening health and wellness across Larimer and Weld Counties by funding trusted local programs, supporting individuals in crisis, and linking people to lifesaving resources. Discover the values that drive our foundation and the history of how we came to be.

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