Manitou Springs Collaborative

08/16/2025

Our third and final speaker at SMALL ACTS, BIG IMPACT is Ken Jaray!!

When we met with Ken to talk about his idea, this is what he shared - Six months ago, I embarked on a deliberate journey to integrate kindness and generosity into my daily routine. This transformative practice has shifted my perspective from fear and anger to hope and joy. My commitment is to lead by example to facilitate and partake in innovative and creative initiatives within Manitou Springs and the Pikes Peak region that infuse our community fabric with the essence of generosity. I will be drawing from my over 40 years as a community activist, former Mayor of Manitou Springs, School Board member, mediator and lawyer to model the values we seek to spread, sharing the positive changes I've experienced personally, and inviting others to partake in this fulfilling journey toward a culture rich in goodwill.

Get tickets to see Ken and our other fabulous speakers before they're gone!

12/12/2019

If you would like to nominate a person for a Manni Award, please call me at 321-5354 - Shanti

01/03/2019

Happy New Year! 2018 Year In Review -

12/28/2017

Welcome the New Year and City Council

12/18/2017

Save the date for the Manitou Springs Mayor and City Council swearing in ceremony.

01/21/2016

You're invited to Manni Awards & Community POTLUCK - Click here to RSVP

01/11/2016

Last week Mayor Nicoletta announced the nominees for the 2015 Manni Awards. 12 winners will be selected from the following nominees:

BooDad’s Louisiana Cafe, Rachel Buller, Joanne Garrison, Isaac Green, Mahalia Henschel, Del Hokanson, Ken Jaray, The Keg (Milar Family), Dan Kurschner, Marcy Morrision, Ann Nichols, McKenzi Petricko, Gil Price, Marc Snyder, SunWater Spa, Coreen Toll, Shanti Toll, Chris Vestal, Brad Walters, Samantha White, Steve Wood, and Julia Wright.

Please join us for a special potluck dinner to find out who will be selected to receive a 2015 Manni Award, January 28th, 5:30-8:00 pm at Manitou Springs City Hall. RSVP - http://evite.me/AbFmS5sgV2

Congratulations to all of the nominees!

12/28/2015

The 2014 Manni Awards provided a wonderful celebration and acknowledgement of our many community leaders.

02/21/2015

Courtesy of Manitou Springs' own LocalMotive LLC and Vrello, the "LocalFood Colorado Springs" app is live.

Use your smart phone to upload the app for FREE on Google PlayStore or iTunes.

Manitou, get your local foodie on!

Having a hard time finding local food in our area? Well now there is an app for that. It’s called the Local Food App. It's for Colorado Springs and the Pikes...

02/01/2015

For those who could not attend, here is a summary of the award recipients:
1. Civic Achievement Award - Michelle Anthony
2. Public Service Award - Manitou Springs Fire Department
3. Youth Visionary leadership award - Oliver Bell
4. Lifetime Education Achievement Award - Rod Johanson
5. Lifetime Artistic Achievement Award - Charles Rockey
6. Charles Rockey Artistic Endeavors Award - Ben Kuckel & Jack Elder
7. Business Vitality Award -Farley & Dave McDonough
8. Enviornmental Stewardship Award - Dave Wolverton & Terry Sharpton
9. Adult visionary leadership award - Joy Purna