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Foster Alumni Mentors (FAM) host two signature events each year—the FAMpoint5k and the Starfish Gala (formerly known as Sun, Sips and Scholarships)—and each is a blast!

Starfish Gala

Join us on May 9, 2026, for the 3rd Annual Starfish Gala: A Seat at the Table, a fundraiser benefiting Foster Alumni Mentors, at the stunning Colorado Mesa University Ballroom. From 5:00–9:00 PM, our community will gather for an unforgettable evening of inspiring stories, meaningful connection, and an exciting silent auction, all to raise critical funds for young adults aging out of foster care.

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FAMpoint5k

WE ARE BACK! FAMpoint5K: The Race for the Rest of Us returns Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the Western Colorado Botanical Gardens. After having to cancel last year, we are excited to bring back one of our favorite community fundraisers — a short, silly, donut-fueled .5K with a serious purpose. This year, a portion of the funds raised will also support MavFAM: Foster Alumni Community at Colorado Mesa University. Come for the donuts. Stay for the mission.

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