The Independent newspaper of Colorado Springs has invited RMFI back to participate in their annual IndyGive with 48 other local nonprofits (www.indygive.com). This outreach program is designed to provide locals an easy way to give money, stuff and time to these organizations. The Independent feels that it is only fair for the people to give back to the organizations that play such important roles in the community. This program runs from November 1st through December 31st, 2011.

IndyGive has not only streamlined the giving process with a user friendly interface but they have partnered with local businesses so that those of you feeling generous enough to donate at least $33 can GET COOL REWARDS (www.indygive.com/get-cool-rewards). RMFI also has been rewarded a generous $1000 matching grant from Bob and Elly Hostetler if we reach our modest goal of $5000. Throughout the course of the charity drive “Friendly Competitions” between organizations will be going on. Right now through November, 27th is the Early Bird Competition, with up to $1500 on the line, which encourages out of the gate donations.

RMFI is a non-profit that moves a lot of dirt and lots of rocks in the area in order to assure the sustainability of some of your favorite outdoor locations such as Garden of the Gods, Fountain Creek and Shelf Road. If you appreciate the work of RMFI and their ~1000 yearly volunteers and can spare the money head to the website and click on “make a Donation” and under the subheading of “Environment” give to RMFI. We will use your money to to sustain our beautiful, local outdoors.

Whether you want to give to RMFI or another organization this drive is supporting our community in a grassroots way that allows you to decide where your money deserves to go. Check out IndyGive.com!!