01/04/2026
As we leave behind a year marked by adversity, our mantra for 2026 is clear: READY, SET, RUN!
It’s time to move forward with renewed energy and focus on the future of Colorado and the United States.
*** Reflecting on 2025: A Year of Action ***
Despite the challenges posed by the current administration, NOCO NOW members and officers rose to meet the moment. Our chapter was proud to:
Help Organize The People’s March (Jan 18)
Speak at the International Women’s Day March (Mar 8)
Participate in the HANDS OFF! Rally (Apr 5)
Speak at the Lauren Boebert Empty Chair Town Hall (Apr 26)
Volunteer at Period Palooza (May 5)
Table and march at No Kings Day (Jun 14)
March again in No Kings II (Oct 18)
From hundreds in January to nearly 15,000 strong in October, our movement is growing. Thank you to everyone who marched, resisted, and spoke truth to power.
*** 2025 General Meetings: Voices That Inspired ***
We hosted ten powerful meetings featuring speakers who informed, inspired, and mobilized:
Jan: Kathia Garcia (PPRM) + celebration of Amendment 79 enshrining abortion rights in Colorado
Feb: Dale Mary Grenfell on evolving feminism and healing patriarchy’s wounds
Mar: VP Jean Wyrick’s Women’s Suffrage presentation in Berthoud
Apr: Sally Boccella (Sen. Hickenlooper’s office) on federal updates
May: Commissioner Kristin Stephens on local governance and federal impacts
Jun: Rep. Yara Zokaie on legislative challenges and victories
Aug: Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally + Women’s Equality Day celebration
Sep: PSD School Board Candidate Coronda Ziegler (now elected!)
Oct: Christina Taylor (ECCLC) advocating for Prop 1B (passed!)
Nov: Amy Pezzani (Larimer Food Bank) + donation drive
*** Grassroots Power in Action ***
Our postcard team sent:
150 postcards for Susan Crawford (WI Supreme Court)
800 postcards to Virginia households supporting Democratic candidates
We’re now gearing up for special elections and the 2026 midterms. Join us!
*** Eyes on 2026: Our Mission Continues ***
We remain committed to reversing harmful policies and electing leaders who champion:
Reproductive Rights and Justice
Economic Justice
Ending Violence Against Women
Racial Justice
LGBTQIA+ Rights
Constitutional Equality
The 2026 midterms are pivotal. Let’s lead with compassion, community, and courage.
*** Join Us: First General Meeting of 2026 ***
📅 Tuesday, January 20📍 Fort Collins Senior Center🕡 6:30–8:30 PM
We’ll welcome Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains to discuss upcoming legislation. We’ll also hold a Candlelight Vigil to commemorate the loss of Roe v. Wade and recommit to reproductive justice.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” — Desmond Tutu
Let’s rise together. Let’s run toward change.
PERSIST, RESIST, AND PERSEVERE!