The Pagosa Community Initiative (PCI) is inviting residents to join in planning and supporting its signature annual fundraiser, the Second Chance Prom.
This much-anticipated event, slated for May, is PCI’s largest fundraiser of the year and plays a crucial role in funding community programs and services.
Initial planning meetings are underway, and PCI is calling on community members from all walks of life to lend their time, ideas and talents. Volunteers will help shape the event theme, organize tickets and donations, recruit sponsors, and coordinate on-site logistics to ensure a memorable evening for all attendees.
“Prom is more than a night of celebration,” said PCI board chair Carrie Blue-White. “It’s a community effort that funds vital initiatives — from youth programs to therapy services and family support projects. We rely on local energy and generosity to make it possible.”
Details at a glance
• What: Second Chance Prom fundraiser (PCI’s largest annual fundraiser).
• When: May (exact date to be announced).
• Where: To be announced; venue will be confirmed by the planning committee.
• Who: Open to all community members 21 and older; volunteers and attendees welcome.
• Why: Supports PCI’s programs and services across Archuleta County.
What to expect at the meetings
• Overview of the fundraiser goals and timeline.
• Roles and volunteer opportunities (decor, entertainment, silent auction, sponsorship outreach, logistics, communications).
• Brainstorming sessions for fundraising ideas, donor engagement and community partnerships.
• How to get involved, lend expertise and help spread the word.
How to get involved
Reach out to Blue-White at carrie.blue@gmail.com or Rebecca Tenpenny at PCI at (970) 585-6461.
Community members who have participated in PCI’s events in the past have highlighted the sense of shared purpose and the tangible impact of their work.
The Second Chance Prom is not only a fundraiser, but a chance to celebrate community resilience and generosity while supporting programs that benefit families, students and neighbors throughout Pagosa. PCI is Archuleta County’s vetted Family Resource Center.
PCI notes that every helping hand makes a difference, whether it’s contributing ideas, sharing connections with local businesses or donating auction items. No prior fundraising experience is necessary — enthusiasm, creativity and a collaborative spirit are what matter most.
The first planning committee meeting will be Jan. 29 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the PCI offices.
For more information about PCI and the Second Chance Prom, or to learn how you can join the planning team, contact PCI at director@pagosacommunityinitiative.org or (970) 585-6461, or visit www.pagosacommunityinitiative.org.
About PCI
PCI is a local nonprofit dedicated to strengthening community bonds and expanding access to resources and services for Pagosa Springs families.
Through programs, initiatives, and partnerships, PCI strives to create a vibrant, supportive and inclusive community that benefits everyone.
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