Give a Christmas on Us

Nicki Lea 

Nikki Lea is a remarkable high school senior who has turned her personal tragedy into a mission to help others. After losing her mother to domestic violence in 8th grade, she began creating handmade scarves and assembling donation boxes filled with essentials and gift cards for women and children experiencing domestic violence. Over the past four years, she has made hundreds of boxes, organized donation drives, involved friends, and even set up a phone line to support affected children

Isaac 

Isaac is a high school senior who has created an after-school program for younger kids, offering mentoring, tutoring, and a safe place to go. He also organizes food and clothing drives throughout the year to support children in need. Despite growing up without parental support and relying on his grandmother and friends for housing, he has become a strong role model in his community. 

Jamie

Jamie has spent the past decade serving homeless youth at Movement 5280 in Englewood, often working without pay to keep kids off the streets. Last winter, she worked 65 hours a week to ensure families were fed and sheltered, and she recently opened her home to a family of six so they could stay safe and keep their children in school. Her compassion, dedication, and willingness to give everything of herself make her an extraordinary and deeply deserving nominee.

Guadalupe 

Guadalupe is a dedicated community member who balances being a loving father, skilled electrician, and longtime youth sports coach. For nearly a decade, he has volunteered countless hours coaching football, baseball, and wrestling, often purchasing equipment for kids in need. He also donates his electrical expertise to nonprofits, food banks, churches, and neighbors, always willing to help without expecting anything in return

Jim 

Jim is a Navy veteran and lifelong community servant who has spent more than 50 years quietly helping others. He supports his family through every hardship, brings joy to seniors by playing accordion in care centers, and lovingly cares for his wife as she navigates serious health challenges. Even after experiencing his own health issues and stepping away from his long-running construction business, Jim remains positive, faithful, and dedicated to lifting others up. 

Samuel 

This father has endured unimaginable loss, hardship, and sacrifice, yet continues to show unwavering love and strength for his family. After losing a child and caring for a wife recovering from multiple surgeries, he works long hours to support his children and grandchildren, often giving them everything while going without himself. Despite facing homelessness and ongoing challenges, he still finds ways to help others in the community, delivering food and toys to families in need.

Brad & Leslie 

The A family, Leslie, Brad, and their son Taylor, are the heart of their neighborhood. Leslie is constantly checking on elderly neighbors, running errands, and helping with appointments, all without expecting anything in return. Brad, a former volunteer firefighter, has spent years keeping the community safe and stepping in during emergencies. Taylor continues their tradition of service by helping neighbors with heavy tasks, snow shoveling, and anything they need. They even opened their home to care for a neighbor’s grandmother for years. Despite running a small, physically demanding single-income business, the A’s always put others first, making them truly deserving of support.

Gabrielle 

Gabrielle “Ms. Gabby” is a devoted mother of three and a dedicated social worker at a small charter school, where she consistently goes above and beyond for her students—packing food boxes, supporting families in crisis, and providing daily emotional care. Although she spends her days lifting others up, her own family is struggling to make ends meet this year.

Lisa 

Lisa spent seven years volunteering in Cherry Creek Schools, raising $90,000 and creating programs that supported students of color and those struggling with identity issues. She also founded an Al-Anon group that has served the community for 20 years. Recently laid off and recovering from multiple major surgeries, Lisa is facing financial and medical challenges yet continues to persevere. 

Audrey 

Audrey, PhD, is a devoted guardian who stepped up to raise her three special-needs grandchildren after her daughter’s passing in 2019. She left her career to care for them full-time, all while volunteering as Provost at a career-development institute and giving back through community quilting and support efforts. Despite significant challenges, Audrey continues to serve her family and community with resilience and compassion.