Proud resident of Sheridan for over 23 years and deeply passionate about her community. Nelly has worked as the Executive Director for Sheridan rising Together For Equity for the last 5 years, where she passionately advocates for community empowerment and social justice. 

As a community leader she has dedicated to fostering connections and driving positive change. Nelly has been  a board member of South Metro Community Foundation for the last two years. She is also a proud mother of two, balancing her professional and personal life with a deep love for helping others.

On her free time Nelly enjoys spending time with her family, and listening to music.

Born and raised in the Denver metro area, Nahomy loves being able to work within her community, FOR her community. Nahomy is passionate about her community and supporting their growth and she can’t think of a better place to be, to do just that. Nahomy as an administrative assistant works on managing, organizing, and assisting with general operations. Along with her position at Sheridan Rising Together for Equity, she also works with a partner organization, Commún, as a social media & communications specialist. Within Nahomy's position at Sheridan Rising, her main goal is to engage with the community in ways that matter. Outside of work, she enjoys being active, exploring, and trying new things! Whether it's exploring out in nature or discovering new local eateries, she loves making the most of what her Colorado has to offer.

Nancy is a person passionate about helping others and strengthening community ties. She has stood out for her commitment to addressing and making visible the needs of the community, always looking for solutions and creating opportunities. She also works as an organizer of the Community Center in the organization Commun. Over time she has acquired valuable experience that allows her to better communicate with people and generate a positive impact. In her free time, she enjoys walking outdoors with her family connecting with nature.

Lizza is a dedicated, community-focused individual with a rich background in athletics and community engagement. A former student at Sheridan, Lizza was actively involved in soccer, showcasing her commitment to teamwork and sportsmanship. Before joining Sheridan Rising Together, she worked as a fitness coach, developing skills in motivation and personal development. Lizza also served as a promotora, where she played a crucial role in educating and empowering the community. With a deep passion for helping others and fostering connections, she is committed to creating a positive impact and building strong, supportive communities. In her free time, she enjoys playing soccer, reading, and dancing, activities that energize her and enhance her community work.

Shevy has been blessed to be living in Sheridan since 2017. She was welcomed to Sheridan Rising Together for Equity shortly after that and has done her best to serve her community in this capacity. Her favorite thing about SRTFE was that she felt a sense of community in her new city. She was able to come learn about issues, brainstorm solutions and take actionable steps with her new friends.

Abigail is originally from the Fort Collins area and is excited to work with the youth of Sheridan and get to know the Sheridan community. Abigail has previous experience working with young people as a Leadership Development Student Coordinator and Student Activist Coordinator. Outside of work, she likes to hike, read, and spend time with her friends and family.