Our vision for a vibrant Southern Colorado starts with locals investing in their cities and neighborhoods. We’re looking to encourage an ecosystem of sustainable nonprofits and community-centered projects that will ignite a spirit of philanthropy throughout the counties we serve – one that burns long after we’re gone.
John and Margot loved the places they called home and believed deeply in the spirit and potential of those communities. They worked to build a strong regional business that enabled them to fund philanthropic endeavors in the areas of education, health, the arts, and faith. Both were people of vision and conviction who deeply believed that a flourishing society is only possible when we all come together. John passed away in 2005, and Margot passed away in 2017. Their memory and legacy will endure with the continued work of the Lane Foundation.
The Lane Foundation actively pursues dynamic leaders to drive transformative projects in the communities where our family has deep roots. By teaming up with dedicated, smart individuals and leveraging cutting-edge strategies, we’re turning bold ideas into effective realities.
“Our foundation invests in breakthrough programs and initiatives and believes that the opportunity to access Precision Medicine for Southern Colorado kids will be a game-changer. This foundational investment in Children’s Hospital Colorado the region’s only safety net hospital for kids – is driven by a commitment to providing kids a future of promise and opportunity. We hope to inspire others who believe in the long-term vitality of our community to step up and support key projects that have a significant impact on our city, like the new Precision Medicine Program at Children’s Colorado.” Phil Lane on behalf of the John and Margot Lane Foundation
In education, we believe one size does not fit all. We support CTE credits, concurrent enrollment, and other creative solutions to build engaged students, employable graduates, and living wage jobs. Guided by their core values to Educate, Empower, and Employ, Careers In Construction Colorado equips students with essential tools and skills to be successful and productive citizens. By offering mentoring, hands-on training, industry-sponsored projects, internships, apprenticeships, certifications, and job placements for high school students, CICC inspires and supports more students to graduate and achieve independence.
Our family’s regional business had roots in Arizona and a strong focus on leadership development. These values came together with an opportunity to fund the construction of a Leader Lounge at Young Life’s Lost Canyon Camp. Nestled in the mountains of northern Arizona, Lost Canyon Camp is a sanctuary that embodies hope and showcases the beauty of God’s creation. It serves as a gathering spot, a refuge, and a training ground for mentoring and guiding the next generation of leaders.
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
— Thomas Jefferson
When the Lane Foundation funds projects in arts and culture, we adhere to principles that prioritize timeless aesthetics, cultural heritage, and moral values, fostering a collaborative approach with artists and communities alike. We recognize that art reflects society at a point in time, and neither history nor art should be erased. Our funding decisions favor projects that uphold and promote societal virtues, encouraging artworks that inspire and elevate the human spirit. We value artistic expressions that contribute positively to the cultural fabric, resonating with audiences across generations. By supporting these arts and culture principles, our foundation aims to nurture a rich artistic legacy that endures and enriches our community for years to come.
The Lane Foundation prioritizes the values of a classically liberal arts education that empowers individuals with broad knowledge, transferable reasoning skills, and strong ethics – principles that make our country great. Curriculums focusing on the foundational subjects of literature, history, science, mathematics, the arts, and sports while fostering religious freedoms and resilience in students and their families support these values.
We believe one size does not fit all. We support charter schools, Career Technical Education credits, concurrent enrollment, and other creative solutions to build engaged students, employable graduates, and living wage jobs. We believe parental involvement in children’s education is a key pillar of sustainable success. We also believe in parental and local control over school policies. These values lead to intellectual growth, personal responsibility, and collaboration while instilling a sense of civic responsibility that our community and country need for a strong future.
John and Margot Lane said it best, “A flourishing society is only possible when we all come together.” The Lane Foundation is working towards an ecosystem of transformative, hope-filled, and sustainable progress. We support Judeo-Christian principles on which America was founded by funding initiatives promoting moral, ethical, and spiritual well-being, which are vital in strengthening community resilience.
The Lane Foundation focuses on individual health choices and freedoms, free-market competition to drive innovation and improve the quality of care, and initiatives that encourage preventative care and healthy lifestyles. We emphasize promoting new technologies, family and community-based healthcare solutions, and funding opportunities where resources are allocated based on medical need and effectiveness. We believe fostering partnerships with local organizations promotes health and wellness across communities.
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At the Lane Foundation, we believe a vibrant Colorado Springs starts when locals invest in their own community. We’re looking to encourage an ecosystem of sustainable nonprofits, community-centered projects and a vibrant city we are proud to call home.
Our team and board are invested in the mission of the Lane Foundation – creating impact by turning strong ideas into action. Meet the people who work to continue John and Margot’s legacy in Southern Colorado.
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