May 2026 Newsletter
““I always leave feeling uplifted and optimistic about the community” ”
Hello Netweaver,
May’s Purpose Forum, Generations Showing Up, is about something many people quietly wonder:
How do I get more involved in the community in a way that feels meaningful, realistic, and true to who I am?
This month’s fireside conversation brings together two people at very different stages of life who are each making a meaningful impact in the Grand Valley.
Mona Highline, founder of The Joseph Center, has spent years creating pathways forward for people in need of hope, dignity, and support. Michael Nuttail, a full-time engineering student at Colorado Mesa University and Connect for Good ambassador, represents a younger generation of community leadership through volunteering, nonprofit board service, and relationship-building across the region.
What connects them isn’t age, career path, or life experience. It’s a shared commitment to showing up for the good of the community—and a belief that contribution can take many forms.
There’s also a meaningful thread connecting this month’s forum to April’s conversation. Mona has been one of the mentors supporting Elyse, whose story moved so many people at last month’s Purpose Forum.
One attendee reflected:
“Kenneth and Elyse's dynamic. I loved how Kenneth, the mentor, was humble and showcased his mentee, while Elyse is vibrant and reflects Kenneth's support by supporting others.”
That spirit of encouragement, mentorship, and people investing in one another across generations continues this month.
Whether you’re exploring new ways to contribute, looking for deeper connection, or simply wanting to spend time with people who care about the future of the Grand Valley, I hope you’ll join us on May 27.
👉 Register HERE now for the May Purpose Forum
Because communities become extraordinary when people show up to do good.
Porcia
KINDset KQ® — A Kindness-Centered Leadership Resource
Kindness isn’t soft — it’s strategic. The KINDset KQ® framework offers leaders practical insight into how they’re experienced by the people they serve. In the new year, CFG will offer a limited number of KQ® assessments + coaching for everyday leaders looking to grow their trust, clarity, and community impact. Contact us for more details.
Local Act of Goodness
Each month, we’ll highlight simple yet powerful acts of generosity happening across the Grand Valley—because community health grows through everyday contributions.
💛 Thanks to a $1,000 Spark Good Local Grant from our local Sam’s Club, Hilltop Community Resources’s Aging & Disability Resources team can provide walkers, grab bars, shower chairs, and other safety supports for older adults and individuals with disabilities in our community.
📩 Have a story of local goodness to share?
Send it to: info.connectforgood@gmail.com
Around the Community
Civic Corner
As part of our commitment to connecting people with what’s happening locally, we’re sharing ways to stay informed and engaged in our community.
Monthly updates from Mesa County
Independence looks different for everyone.
Watch video here
For many people, transportation is routine. For others, it is the key to staying connected to work, medical care and the community.
That is why services like Grand Valley Transit Paratransit matter.
GVT Paratransit provides door-to-door transportation for residents who cannot use traditional bus routes due to disabilities or mobility limitations. The service helps residents maintain independence and stay active in daily life.
Recently, Mesa County shared Rochelle’s story. Rochelle has worked at the Grand Junction Fire Department for nearly 12 years and relies on GVT Paratransit to get to work and participate in activities she enjoys, including horseback riding.
Stories like this are a reminder that local government services are not always highly visible, but they can have a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
Read Rochelle’s story: https://www.mesacounty.us/news/grand-valley-transit/how-gvt-paratransit-helps-mesa-county-residents-stay-independent
Learn more about GVT Paratransit: https://www.mesacounty.us/gvt/paratransit
Stephanie Reecy, Public Affairs Director, Mesa County
Looking for additional ways to get involved?The City of Grand Junction maintains a list of current volunteer opportunities HERE.
💛 With Appreciation
Whether you attended a forum, made a connection, supported a nonprofit, or showed up with openness—thank you. Your generosity and engagement make Connect for Good a living community.
Looking for More?
🌿 We’re always exploring new ways to connect and build community. If you have a bright idea, a curious question, or something you’d love to see at Connect for Good-we are all ears.
Purpose. Positivity. Possibilities.
Sometimes just showing up opens the door to new clarity, comfort, and connection. That’s what we hope you’ll feel at every Connect for Good gathering. Just hit reply and share what’s on your mind.
