GIVING HEARTS

GIVING HEARTS

Lauren Franko

by AwA

When someone new to Steamboat Springs arrives with a generous offer and a new business with “New York” in its title, the initial response may include a sense of curiosity. So, when Lauren Franko reached out to local nonprofits offering financial assistance, many in the community understandably had reservations, wondering if the offer was too good to be true. However, their initial skepticism turned into authentic appreciation as they discovered the sincere spirit of giving that Steamboat Springs has inspired in Lauren. Giving back, for Lauren, is about being better and creating a better place to live.