Volunteer Appreciation Event
The 2024 Volunteer Appreciation Event took place April 18 at The Pinery on the Hill.
We're extremely appreciative of our event sponsor, GE Johnson!
Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Awards
From left, Eric Stolp, Pikes Peak Habitat board president; Millard Fuller Award Winner Maggie Dover; and Kris Lewis, Pikes Peak Habitat CEO
Millard Fuller Award
2024 Winner: Maggie Dover
The volunteer who demonstrates leadership going above and beyond the call of duty and who exemplifies asking others to get involved.
(voted on by the Pikes Peak Habitat Board of Directors and Staff, Construction and ReStore Committees, and Volunteers)
From left, Brandon Weaver, home repair project supervisor; Linda Fuller Award winner Connie Dorff; and Sarah Buchen, volunteer manager
Linda Fuller Award
2024 Winner Connie Dorff
The volunteer who does an outstanding job in working with our partner families, exemplifying compassion and devotion during and after their path to homeownership.
(voted on by the Pikes Peak Habitat Board of Directors, Affiliate Committees, Volunteers and Staff)
Above photo: From left, Kris Lewis, Pikes Peak Habitat CEO; Journeyman Award Winner Mike Gallagher; and Eric Stolp, Pikes Peak Habitat board president
Journeyman Award
2024 Winner: Mike Gallagher
The volunteer who has made a long-term commitment to Pikes Peak Habitat, performs vital behind-the-scenes work for our affiliate, and is ready and willing to do whatever is needed to keep the organization running smoothly.
(Voted on by Pikes Peak Habitat Staff)
From left, Eric Stolp, Pikes Peak Habitat board president; representatives from Colorado Springs Utilities; and Kris Lewis, Pikes Peak Habitat CEO
Construction Volunteer Group
of the Year
2024 Winner: Colorado Springs Utilities
The volunteer group who volunteers frequently at our Pikes Peak Habitat construction site. Not only does this group demonstrate outstanding construction ability, but they also display spirit and devotion to building Habitat homes.
(Construction award voted on by Construction Volunteers and Staff)
From left, Eric Stolp, Pikes Peak Habitat board president; a representative from the North Colorado Springs Rotary Club; and Kris Lewis, Pikes Peak Habitat CEO
From left, Eric Stolp, Pikes Peak Habitat board president; representatives from the Foundation for Successful Living; and Kris Lewis, Pikes Peak Habitat CEO
ReStore Volunteer Group of the Year
2024 Winners: North Colorado Springs Rotary Club (Northeast) and Foundation for Successful Living (South)
The volunteer group who volunteers frequently at our Habitat ReStore. Not only does this group demonstrate outstanding retail ability but they also display spirit and devotion to building Habitat homes.
(ReStore award voted on by ReStore Volunteers and Staff)
Pikes Peak Habitat CEO Kris Lewis, left, with Chris Brownlow Golden Hammer Award winner Bobby Ingels
The Chris Brownlow Golden Hammer Award
2024 Winner: Bobby Ingels
This award is named in honor of Chris Brownlow and is presented to the individual who displays the joyful and loving qualities Chris consistently demonstrated. These characteristics include strong leadership, always performing work with joy and a positive attitude, having a servant spirit, and conducting him- or herself in a manner that exemplifies the philosophy of Habitat for Humanity both within and outside of the organization.
(Voted on by Pikes Peak Habitat Board of Directors)
The George Hammond Award
2024 Winners: Laurel and Art Thorstensen
The George Hammond Award honors individuals who, through their tireless service to Pikes Peak Habitat, have exhibited qualities of leadership, an unwavering belief in Habitat’s ministry, and a deep devotion and passion to serve the community and people of El Paso County, CO.
For more than 25 years, George Hammond has been the committed builder of homes, communities and hope in El Paso County. This award recognizes and is bestowed upon those volunteers who, in the Pikes Peak Habitat George Hammond Award Board of Directors ad hoc committee’s opinion, have significantly given of themselves and provided positive mentoring, guidance, support and collaboration to future homeowners, volunteers and affiliate staff.
A recipient of the George Hammond Award is a volunteer who truly is noteworthy for their constant contributions to the mission of Pikes Peak Habitat: a constant supporter, a constant advocate and, most importantly, a constant leader.
(Voted on by the Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity George Hammond Award Board of Directors ad hoc committee)
Learn more about the George Hammond Award and nomination process.
Laurel and Art Thorstensen
Watch Art and Laurel Thorstensen receive the award!
Previous Awards and Award Winners
2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018
Millard Fuller Award
Chaplain Kevin Hostetter (2023), John Lesnak and Phil Larish (2022), Chuck Smith (2020), David Warner (2019), Harry Moore (2018), Peter Scanlon (2017), Amber Martin (2016), Rich Klaber (2015), Frank Bernhard (2014), Jon Stephens (2013), Greg Barbuto (2012), Anonymous (2011), Art & Laurel Thorstensen (2010), Pauleta Terven (2009), Sandie Trowbridge (2008), Tim Trowbridge (2007), Kevin Dibble (2006)
Linda Fuller Award
Lori Sorrels (2022), Martha Johnson (2019), Joel Hamilton (2018), Leonie Cramer (2017), Laurel & Art Thorstensen (2016), Laura Kindseth (2015), Jackie Trimble (2014), John Sebben (2013), Mike Haskell (2012), Nancy Snyder (2011), Steve & Carol Reedy (2010), Sandy Duvall (2009), Cliff Wantz (2008), Dominic Incitti (2007), Jeff Mawhirter (2006)
Journeyman Award
Jim Nolan and Jack Keaton & Susan Farrar (2023) Suzanne Ballard (2022), Sam Adams (2020), Robert (Bob) Ray (2019), Barry Mullane (2018), Roger Condie (2017), Tim Trowbridge (2016), Paul Rohrer (2015), Anthony Woloch (2014), Jim Riggins (2013), Stan Anderson (2012), Tri-Lakes Disposal (2011), Clark Land Surveying, Inc (2010), Leroy Springer (2009), John Chittenden (2008), Mike Stine (2007), Scott Westermann (2006)
Volunteer Group of the Year
Construction Volunteer Group of the Year
Ent Credit Union (2023), The Cutting Edge, Realtors (2022), Mike Maroone Auto (2019), USAFA Preparatory School (2018), IEC Southern Colorado Chapter (2017), Boecore Inc. (2016), Holy Apostles Catholic Church (2015), Ent Federal Credit Union (2014), Wells Fargo (2013), Parade of Homes Decorating Team (2013), Chili’s (2012), Cultured Singles (2010), Colorado Springs Utilities (2009), T. Rowe Price (2008), Pine Creek HS HFH Club (2007), Wells Fargo (2006)
ReStore Volunteer Group of the Year
Young Men's Service League (Northeast) and Air Force Academy Cadets (South) (2023); Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers, BOSS (2022), The Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind (2019), Mile High Youth Corps (2018), USAF Cadets (2017), Overture Day Program (2016)
The Chris Brownlow Golden Hammer Award
Heather Berens (2023), Joe DesJardin (2022), Eric Stolp (2020), Peter Scanlon (2019), Ryan Mohling (2018), Tye Tutt (2017), Harry Moore (2016), Mike Gallager (2015), George Hammond (2014), Steven Hein (2013), Brad Gann (2012), Candy Molter (2011), Jeff Mawhirter (2010), Mike Matkin (2009), Dave Warner (2008), Mark Long (2007), Rick Superak (2006)
The George Hammond Award
Tim Trowbridge (2022), Harry Moore (2020), George Hammond (2018)