With the response to Colorado wildfires fresh on everyone’s mind, planning for disasters is timely. During the month of September, National Preparedness Month is promoted as a time to recognize that disaster planning is crucial. As a family, plan for whatever emergencies may arise. Preparing for a disaster helps limit the impact and stress on […]
The Right Fit in Your Family Owned Business
Oftentimes in small businesses family members are also employees, co-workers, supervisors, and/or owners but is this the right fit for everyone involved? In the small/family business realm everyone is responsible for pitching in and helping wherever it’s needed. The pitching-in mentality for families to get the job done is great in theory. However, it can […]
Grow & Give: A Modern Victory Garden Project
The concept is simple enough… grow your own food and donate what you can locally. In March 2020, a team of Colorado State University Extension staff and faculty saw an opportunity to pivot our programming. We poured our energy into a Modern Victory Garden Project we simply call, Grow & Give. Victory Gardens Victory Gardens […]
