Wow, we camp believe another banquet is in the books! Thank you to everyone who was able to make it to celebrate with us. If you missed it, check out the videos and slides below to learn about the incredible impact you, and your fellow Hilltoppers, make on our community each and every day.
Celebration & Recognition
Hilltoppers are Impactful
Serving 18,000 families and individuals on the western slope is no small feat. Here are some statistics that highlight exactly what it takes to make such an incredible impact.
We create connection to build a community where everyone belongs.
Hear from the supervisors and coworkers of the twelve Mission Champions of 2024.
Ken Kitzman Volunteer of the Year
Each year Hilltop recognizes an extraordinary volunteer for the impact they make on the organization. Hear from our 2024 winner, Cindy Neal.
Rookie of the Year
Congratulations!
Joanne Connoly – Senior Daybreak
Erika Villa – Environmental Services
Fire Starter
Congratulations!
Aspen Gerard – The Commons
Lincoln Early – The Fountains
Life Saver
Congratulations!
Jo Hartig – The Fountains
MK Hooley-Underwood – Montrose FRC
Fun Captain
Congratulations!
Brandon McElroy – The Commons
Angela Carbajal – LAP
Merit Badge Winners
These Hilltoppers were nominated by their coworkers for the impact they have on the workplace every day.
Rookie of the Year: the Hilltoppers who’ve ignited a blaze of excellence in their first year or less on the team
Fire Starter: the innovators, the idea generators, and the ones who constantly spark innovation within their teams
Life Saver: exceptional Hilltoppers whose unwavering support helps you shine bright and be your best every day
Fun Captain: vibrant individuals who infuse our daily work lives with laughter and levity, making sure our journey at Hilltop is a delightful adventure
Value Leaf Winners
Each Hilltopper was given a value leaf and encouraged to nominate a peer that embodies one of Hilltop’s six values. By luck, six value winners were chosen to recieve a prize for their commitment to upholding the Hilltop values.Â
Winner of the Integrity Leaf: Sheri Mathis – LAP
Winner of the Relationship Leaf: Susan Deforest – Day Treatment Program
Winner of the Growth Leaf: Sandra Acevedo – ADRC, Health Access, & CYMHTA
Winner of the Inclusivity Leaf: Erika Villa – Environmental Services
Winner of the Courage Leaf: Lacie Petersen – Latimer House
Winner of the Fun Leaf: Carissa Schwantz – Grand Junction FRC
Costume Contest
Thank you to Hilltop’s Board of Directors for selecting the winners for individual, duo, and group costumes!
Individual Costume: Tabby Weist as Smokey the Bear
Duo/Couples Costume: Teresha & Nick Taylor as an outhouse and roll of tp
Group: The Rambunctious Raccoons
More Costume Contest Entries
More photos of the evening to come!
Thank You
Huge thank you to our community partners, vendors, and volunteers for helping create a magical evening to celebrate. Special thank you to the banquet planning committee whose ideas, creativity, and dedication brought Camp Hilltop to life.
