A RENAISSANCE OF LOCAL! is supported by a number of key sponsors and partners who we wish to acknowledge. These are the companies, organizations and people who understand the importance of building community and strengthening the local economy. They deserve your support.

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GAIAM, Inc.

360 Interlocken Blvd.
Broomfield, CO 80021

Gaiam’s mission is to provide choices that foster a sense of belonging to a healthy and conscious community that can make a difference in the world. Gaiam was created as a lifestyle media company with the vision that, given a choice, people would choose a lifestyle that is healthy and life enhancing — for themselves, their families and the Earth. The opportunity to affect people’s lives with media, information and products is both a privilege and a responsibility. The Gaiam lifestyle is a vote for Media that Matters, individual wellness, and the sustainability of the Earth’s resources. We are building our brand identity as the trusted source and unifying brand for people interested in the benefits and rewards of Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS). We coined the acronym LOHAS more than seven years ago, and it is now the title of magazines not only in the United States, but also in countries like Japan; it’s quoted in national publications from Business Week to The New York Times; and a search for the term “LOHAS” on sites like Google returns millions of results.

Paradigm Nouveau Enterprises, LLC

2595 Canyon Boulevard
Boulder, CO 80302
Phone: 303.939.8993
Email: paradigmnouveau@aol.com

Paradigm Nouveau Enterprises, LLC, is heralding a synergy of unprecedented performance and productivity for the 21st century, using the best of arts & sciences, business and humanitarian efforts, for the stewardship of the planet and the refinement of its people. We innovate with projects that address Global Warming. We invest in emerging technologies for sustainable development through start-up ventures or established organizations. These investments may take the form of foundation grants or may be capital intended to provide a return on profit-making ventures. We consult and contribute to non-profit companies, inspiring abundance, empowering women and children, generating peace, creating environmental sustainability, and artistically impacting culture in ways that forward. Our mission is to generate a conversation/environment that produces unprecedented levels of thinking to meet our urgent needs in the 21st century.  We are committed to creating an open-ended network of individuals, groups, and organizations that come together in dialogue and synergistic action for the stewardship of our planet and the refinement of its people.

SUSTAINING AND SUPPORTING SPONSORS

Organic Valley

At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals and the earth. In today's world, in order to make a difference, companies need to think differently. Since our first seven farmers started working together in 1988, we've been doing just that. Here's how: We are a cooperative of family farmer-owners. We are mission-driven. We are leaders in organic. You probably know Organic Valley Family of Farms as a trusted source of delicious and healthful organic foods, but did you know that the key to our success is our cooperative business model? The 1149 farm families who produce our premium quality food products share a voice in the future of our business -- because they own it!

Whole Foods

Whole Foods Market - Pearl
2905 Pearl Street
Boulder CO 80301
303.545.6611
303.545.6633 F

There is no easy way to define the group of 364 Team Members that make up Whole Foods Market, Boulder. We opened our doors seven years ago, and have revolutionized the way people grocery shop. We care about product knowledge, we care about organic standards, we care about the Boulder Community. Customer Service is our Specialty — we are happy when we make our customers happy, and it shows! Thank you Boulder for supporting our way of doing business.

Oskar Blues Brewery

Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
303 Main Street
Lyons, Colorado 80540
(303) 823-6685

Our beer-blessed home was opened in 1997 and became a brewpub in 1999. Today it plays host to some of the nation's best beers, live blues, and southern and cajun-inspired foods that reflect Dale's southern roots. Our split-level brewpub welcomes Lyons and Boulder locals, high country visitors from across the nation and globe. (Many of them headed for nearby Rocky Mountain National Park and the other high country treasures in our neck of the woods.) What brings them all back? Great beer and food, exceptional bands and Dixie-meets-the-Rockies hospitality. We launched our canning operation in the fall of 2002 with a hand-canning line in the 60-year-old barn next door to our pub. Today it's our pride & joy and makes us The Little Brewery That Cans.

AM760

AM 760 - Boulder
2500 Pearl Street
Suite #310
Boulder, CO 80302
303-713-8000

We know that AM 760 listeners like to stay up-to-date with what's going on in the world and around town. Sign up for the latest information and to participate in ongoing events and contests. AM 760 offers many exclusive benefits to Progressive Club Members that you'll only hear about by joining! Look for The Progressive Club Newsletter every week or two, for details on each Members-only contest, plus secret contests that we don't announce on the air.

Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE)

BALLE
165 11th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
Phone: 415-255-1108
info@livingeconomies.org

15,000 entrepreneurs building the new economy! "How can my business use less energy and produce less waste?""How can I help my customers understand that locally owned businesses are important to the strength of our community?""What new business opportunities exist for our region in the emerging green economy?" BALLE brings small business leaders together to answer these questions (and many more!). We provide tools and resources. Above all, we´re showing that it is possible for community-based businesses to go beyond traditional measures of success. Our mission is to catalyze, strengthen, and connect local business networks dedicated to building strong Local Living Economies.

KUNC-FM

KUNC-FM
Community Radio for Northern Colorado
822 Seventh Street
Suite 530
Greeley, CO 80631-3945
970 378-2579 or 800-443-5862
Fax: 970 378-2580
mailbag@kunc.org

KUNC is a community-licensed public radio station, operated by Community Radio for Northern Colorado, Inc., a 501 (c) 3, Colorado non-profit organization. CRNC came into existence in the winter of 2001 when a group of community volunteers raised $2 million in 20 days to purchase KUNC's license from the University of Northern Colorado and preserve the station's independent voice. Instrumental in the fundraising campaign were many members of the KUNC listening community, including the KUNC Advisory Board. The Board had existed for many years providing community reaction and guidance to the station staff. Following the sale of the station to the community group, a Board of Directors was elected which oversees the operation of the station. The KUNC Community Advisory Board continues to provide community insights to the staff in matters of programming, community service and fundraising. Both the Board of Directors and the Advisory Board welcome your comments and concerns.