Serve AuroraRecognized by our leaders
Serve Aurora's work has been honored by Congressman Jason Crow, Mayor Mike Coffman, Governor Jared Polis and the State of Colorado.
Governor Jared Polis
Letters of recognition (2025, 2026) and statewide proclamations for Dolly Parton Appreciation Day and Island of Enchantment Day.
Mayor Mike Coffman
City of Aurora proclamations for Dolly Parton Day and Island of Enchantment Day.
Congressman Jason Crow
Congressional letter (August 5, 2026) honoring Serve Aurora and the Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of Colorado for the Isla del Encanto Festival.
Letters from Governor Polis
"Serve Aurora's work to provide essential on-the-ground resources and dedicated support to local low-income and unhoused populations is essential to the safety and well-being of our Colorado community members."
Governor Jared Polis, April 30, 2026
From Congressman Jason Crow
"Your efforts to share the spirit of the Caribbean, uplift small businesses and local artists, and preserve the heritage of the Puerto Rican community throughout Colorado makes our community stronger. This festival, championed by Serve Aurora and the Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of Colorado, will continue to preserve the cultural legacy of Boricua families in our state."
Congressman Jason Crow, U.S. House of Representatives, Colorado's 6th District, August 5, 2026
From the State of Colorado
"Serve Aurora, formerly Nieves Ministries, through its commitment to cultural celebration and community enrichment, has established a tradition of unity through the Viva La Isla del Encanto Festival, providing an opportunity for all Coloradans to experience and appreciate Puerto Rican music, dance, cuisine, and traditions."
Governor Jared Polis, State of Colorado proclamation, Island of Enchantment Day, July 26, 2026
From Mayor Mike Coffman
"Serve Aurora, through its commitment to cultural celebration and community enrichment, has established the Viva La Isla del Encanto Festival, providing an opportunity for residents to experience and appreciate Puerto Rican culture through music, dance, cuisine, and traditions."
Mayor Mike Coffman, City of Aurora proclamation, Island of Enchantment Day, July 26, 2026
"Serve Aurora has listened to the Aurora community and people across the world who have expressed a desire to set aside September 25 as a day to celebrate and honor Dolly Parton."
Mayor Mike Coffman, City of Aurora proclamation, Dolly Parton Day, September 25, 2026
Proclamations
