Realities For Children

06/23/2026

Congratulations to Blue Federal Credit Union on celebrating 75 years of serving our community and on being recognized by the Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce as Business of the Month!

For decades, Blue FCU has demonstrated what it means to invest in the people and communities they serve. Their commitment extends far beyond banking. As a valued Realities For Children Business Member and generous sponsor of many of our events, Blue Federal Credit Union has helped strengthen the safety net for children in Northern Colorado who have experienced abuse, neglect, or are at risk.

Congratulations on celebrating 75 years of service and on this well-deserved recognition. We are deeply grateful for their community leadership and unwavering support of the children we serve.

CAPTION: (L to R) Craig Secher, Michele Bolkovatz, Stephanie Propps, Ty Montgomery, Kylee Sara, Andrew Dewey

06/19/2026

What a night at Chippers Lanes! This week we hosted nearly 200 youth and their guardians for our June Youth Activity—and what an incredible evening it was! Families enjoyed bowling strikes, arcade games, and laser tag battles, all while sharing plenty of laughter (and maybe a few friendly rematches 😉). Pizza was enjoyed by all, and each youth who wanted one also got to choose a book and a soft stuffie to take home. A special highlight of the night was Remi, who was there to greet families and help make the evening even more welcoming and memorable. We are so grateful to our amazing volunteers and to the team at Chippers Lanes for helping create such a fun, safe, and joy-filled space for the youth and families we serve. Moments like these matter—giving youth the chance to simply laugh, play, and just be kids.

06/18/2026

We are so excited to welcome these incredible new members to the Realities For Children family! 💙

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to:
Jake Martin American Family Insurance
BluSky Restoration Contractors
Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Nicole Sheriff
Hoffman Law Firm
Sky Corral Ranch

These local business leaders are coming together to make a difference in the lives of children in our community.
Your support helps us continue to provide hope, healing, and a brighter future for the children we serve. We are truly grateful to have you as part of our community!

For a complete list of all our valued business members, visit:
https://www.realitiesforchildren.com/business-members/

06/17/2026

The Realities For Children Back to School collection is more than just school supplies—it’s about giving children in need a sense of normalcy, hope, and confidence to start the school year strong. Over the past few years, we’ve distributed over 1,000 backpacks to Northern Colorado youth facing abuse, neglect, or are at risk. The need continues to grow, and we can't do this without you. Donate new school supplies today and help make a difference. To find a collection site near you, visit realitiesforchildren.com/services/back-to-school.

06/11/2026

🏍️❤️ SPONSORS WANTED ❤️🏍️

Did you know that because of the incredible support of our sponsors, 100% of every donation made during the Realities Ride & Rally goes directly toward emergency services and healing support for local children?

That means every registration, axe thrown, car smashed, vote placed, auction bid, and donation made helps provide critical assistance to children who have been abused, neglected, or are at-risk in Northern Colorado.

Our sponsors make it possible for us to focus on what matters most—ensuring no child is forgotten.

As we celebrate the 25th Annual Realities Ride & Rally, we're looking for businesses and community partners who want to make a lasting impact while connecting with thousands of riders, families, and supporters.

✨ Support local children.
✨ Showcase your business.
✨ Be part of a 25-year tradition of changing lives.

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email [email protected] to learn more about available sponsorship opportunities.

❤️ Every Mile Helps A Child.

06/10/2026

Thank you to Dr. Ryan Taylor and the team at Toothzone Fort Collins for being dedicated Gold Business Members of Realities For Children.
As a pediatric dentist and father, Dr. Taylor believes caring for children extends far beyond the dental chair. His commitment to protecting and uplifting children facing abuse, neglect, or are at risk reflects the heart behind ToothZone's partnership with Realities For Children.
We're grateful to have businesses like Toothzone as part of the village supporting vulnerable children in Northern Colorado and helping build brighter futures—one smile at a time.

To learn more about the purpose & advantages of Business membership, visit our website: https://www.realitiesforchildren.com/business-members/

06/10/2026

Today marks the start of our Back To School Collection! We're beyond excited to see local businesses and organizations stepping up to make a difference. These amazing partners have chosen to be a voice for the children in our community, coming together to help ensure that every child has the tools they need to succeed this upcoming school year. From June 10 to July 22, we’ll be collecting new 17” backpacks and new school supplies for youth K-12, at locations throughout the area. Your support means the world, and every donation will have a lasting impact on a child's future. Find a collection site near you today! realitiesforchildren.com/services/back-to-school Together, we can make this school year brighter for every child in need.

06/05/2026

Congratulations to Kristy Volesky on her well-deserved promotion to Deputy Chief of Police with Fort Collins Police Services!

Kristy is an exceptional leader whose professionalism, compassion, and commitment to serving others make a lasting impact throughout our community. In addition to her distinguished law enforcement career, she serves as President of the Realities For Children Board of Directors, where her experience, vision, and dedication help guide our mission of supporting vulnerable children across Northern Colorado.

We are honored to benefit from Kristy's leadership and grateful for the time, expertise, and heart she brings to our organization. Please join us in congratulating her on this outstanding achievement!

After more than three decades in law enforcement—including 30 years of service to the Fort Collins community—Chief Swoboda has selected Assistant Chief Kristy Volesky to be our next Deputy Chief! 👏

Kristy leads with professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to serving others. She has held the role of Assistant Chief in each of our three operational divisions, providing guidance and support to officers, staff, and community members alike. Her dedication extends beyond FCPS through years of community involvement, including a decade of service on the Board of Directors for Realities for Children Inc. Kristy is passionate about strengthening victim-centered services, supporting employee wellness, and building meaningful relationships throughout our community. Her leadership philosophy is reflected in one of her favorite Maya Angelou quotes: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget the way you made them feel.”

Drop a 👏, 🎉, or congratulations message below as we celebrate this well-deserved selection!

06/04/2026

While summer break has just begun, we're already preparing to support local children in need for the 2025–2026 school year. Every year, Realities For Children provides brand new 17” backpacks filled with new school supplies to youth in Northern Colorado who have experienced abuse, neglect, or are at risk. Our Back to School Supply collection kicks off June 10! With your help, we can make sure they start the school year off prepared and feeling confident. Visit our website to find a list of local businesses and organizations hosting collection bins and there is still time to sign up to be a collection location: realitiesforchildren.com/services/back-to-school
Together, we can make sure every child starts the school year strong.

06/03/2026

At Realities For Children, our Ambassadors are passionate business leaders who step up in powerful ways to change the story for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or are at risk. They are more than supporters—they are champions of hope, using their voices, time, and hearts to help ensure that no child is forgotten.

We are deeply grateful for the impact they make and the community they help strengthen every day.

A heartfelt thank you to Christina Gressianu Christina Gressianu Photographer for capturing our newest Ambassador headshots!