Turning Compassion into Action for Vulnerable Families

Featuring Roxene “Roxy” Tines
Chapter Director for Safe Families for Children in Northern Colorado

Roxene "Roxy" Tines serves as the Chapter Director for Safe Families for Children in Northern Colorado, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing temporary care for children during family crises. With over six years of experience in child welfare, Roxy is committed to supporting families in crisis and preventing child neglect and abuse.

As Chapter Director, Roxy oversees the implementation of the Safe Families for Children program in Northern Colorado. Her responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteer host families, coordinating temporary child placements, and ensuring that families in crisis receive the support they need. Roxy's leadership is characterized by her dedication to building extended family-like support for families in need. She believes in the power of community to provide a safety net for children and parents during challenging times. Under her guidance, the Northern Colorado chapter has developed partnerships with local churches and community organizations to expand its reach and impact.

Roxy is a passionate advocate for preventive measures in child welfare. Through her work with Safe Families for Children, she emphasizes the importance of providing support to families before situations escalate to neglect or abuse. By facilitating temporary hosting arrangements and connecting families with community resources, Roxy's efforts have contributed to keeping children out of the foster care system and strengthening family units. Her work has influenced local policies and practices related to family support and child welfare.

Beyond her role at Safe Families for Children, Roxy collaborates with various community stakeholders, including local businesses and faith-based organizations, to raise awareness and garner support for vulnerable families. Her involvement in these partnerships has led to increased resources and volunteer engagement for the organization's initiatives.

Roxy's personal philosophy centers around the belief that every child deserves a safe and loving environment, and that communities have a collective responsibility to support families in crisis. She envisions a future where preventive support systems are robust and accessible, reducing the need for foster care placements and ensuring that families receive help before crises escalate.

Through her leadership and advocacy, Roxy Tines has made a significant impact on the lives of numerous families in Northern Colorado. Her dedication to preventive child welfare measures and community-based support has contributed to the strengthening of family units and the well-being of children. Her work continues to inspire others in the field of child welfare and community service.

Leading the Charge for a Greener, More Resilient West

Featuring Jon Goldin-Dubois
President of Western Resource Advocates

Jon Goldin-Dubois is the President of Western Resource Advocates (WRA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the land, air, and water of the Western United States. Since assuming leadership in 2014, Goldin-Dubois has focused on addressing the urgent climate crisis, promoting clean energy, and ensuring sustainable water resources across the region. 

Goldin-Dubois earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from the University of Denver between 1983 and 1988. He furthered his education with a Master of Public Administration in Nonprofit Management and Civic Participation from the University of Colorado Denver, completed between 1996 and 2002. 

As President of WRA, Goldin-Dubois has directed efforts toward decarbonizing electricity production, promoting electrification of other economic sectors, and advocating for the protection of vital water resources like the Colorado River. Under his guidance, WRA has developed strategic plans aiming for significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and the preservation of Western lands and rivers.

Goldin-Dubois's advocacy emphasizes collaborative approaches to environmental challenges. He has led initiatives resulting in commitments from major utilities, such as Xcel Energy in Colorado, to substantially reduce climate-warming emissions. Additionally, his efforts have contributed to the protection of over 2 million acres of land and several major rivers in Colorado and New Mexico through outstanding national resource waters designations.

Beyond his role at WRA, Goldin-Dubois has an extensive background in leadership positions within the nonprofit sector. He served as Executive Vice President at Common Cause from 1997 to 2007, Principal at Confluence Strategies from 2007 to 2010, and Executive Director of the Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club from 2010 to 2014. These roles reflect his commitment to civic participation, strategic development, and community engagement. 

Goldin-Dubois believes in the power of community and collaborative action to address environmental challenges. He envisions a future where aggressive and effective strategies are implemented to combat climate change, protect natural resources, and promote environmental justice. His leadership reflects a dedication to creating a healthier and more equitable future for the Western United States.

Through his leadership at WRA and previous organizations, Jon Goldin-Dubois has significantly influenced environmental policy and advocacy in the Western United States. His strategic vision and collaborative approach have led to substantial advancements in clean energy adoption, water conservation, and land protection, leaving a lasting impact on the region's environmental landscape.