Awards and Recognitions
CO AARP Challenge Grant
Summer 2026 - $2500 award for disseminating fire preparedness and resiliency information for Town of Carbondale and surrounding areas. Link to article in Sopris Sun
Niki Delson, Andrus Award
Oct 2024 Niki Delson was honored with Colorado AARP’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award - The Andrus - by Debbie Horner, AARP Colorado director of volunteers. Niki’s dedication and impact on Carbondale exemplify the spirit of community engagement, making her deserving of AARP’s top state-level honor — the Andrus Award for Community Service. Her story reminds us of the significant contributions that can be made when individuals take action to uplift those around them.
Sue Zislis Board Member of CAFCI and Age-Friendly Carbondale
2nd Place Colorado Press Assoc. : Best Serious Column Writing for 2023: Reflecting on Immigration; Looking Ahead and Behind – Sue Zislis - August 2023
Niki Delson Co-founder of CAFCI and Age-Friendly Carbondale
2nd Place Colorado Press Assoc. : Best Serious Column Writing for 2022: Never Again? - Niki Delson - December 2022
