LCFC continues to support Soul Players of the Valley (SPV) as they transition from planning to implementation of their Semillas of Change strategic plans. Key milestones include:

Strengthening Organizational Infrastructure: SPV formalized its coalition structure with an Executive Director, Advisory Steering Committee, and community working groups. Jamie Dominguez was unanimously selected as SPV’s first Executive Director.

Advancing Collective Action: The coalition has established bi-monthly meetings and is actively working toward embedding community representatives in Antonito, Capulin, San Luis, and South Alamosa.

Formalization & Funding: SPV is pursuing 501(c)(3) status and continues to receive funding from the Colorado Health Foundation and the Department of Local Affairs.

Community Leadership & Recognition: Jamie Dominguez was appointed to the Alamosa City Council, and Armando Valdez of Capulin was named the 16th President of CSU Pueblo.

National Engagement: Several SPV members will co-present with Aurora Research Institute at the American Evaluation Association conference, sharing their experiences in community-driven planning.

These efforts mark nearly six years of LCFC’s engagement in the San Luis Valley, reinforcing our commitment to a Community Democracy approach—where transformation is led by the people and for the people.

LCFC expanded its engagement in Northern Colorado, participating in the Colorado Rural Funders Learning Network’s visit to Morgan County. This visit facilitated relationship-building and exploration of how philanthropy can better partner with rural communities. LCFC will continue discussions with local leaders to identify opportunities for deeper collaboration.

Through these regional investments, LCFC remains steadfast in its mission to uplift Latino communities through trust-based partnerships, collective leadership, and long-term sustainability.