We are a Charity
Established in 2008
Affiliated with CDOC
Assist Surviving Dependents
Our Purpose
Colorado Correctional Employees Scholarship Fund was established in 2008 to assist the surviving dependents of Colorado Department of Corrections employees with college expenses
Education is an important dream to pursue, but when a family member is struck by the loss of a parent or guardian, too often these dreams are sacrificed.
Eligibility Requirements
The purpose of the scholarship fund is to support the educational needs
of dependents under the age of 25 for:
* Any full-time employee of Colorado Department of Corrections who died while in active service;
* Any deceased retired full-time employee with 20+ years of service;
* Any full-time employee who was medically retired at the time of their death;
* Any full-time employee who died while on active duty with the USA military services.
Help a Scholar Give a Dollar
Colorado DOC employees are encouraged to sign up for a payroll deduction and give at least $1 per month.
Contact any board member for more information on setting up a monthly donation to CCESF.

Application Deadlines
Application due dates are always on July 15 and December 15.
Click here for the application.
Kellen's Story
“The CCESF backed me through my entire bachelor's degree and I am incredibly grateful for all the help”
Kellen“I appreciate all of you...I could not have gotten this far without you...CCESF has been a huge blessing in my life.”
Katie
News & Updates
Kellen graduates
12.17.21
Board member Larry Turner was privileged to attend the graduation of Kellen in December. CCESF was instrumental in funding his bachelor's degree by contributing $52,710! Click here for the full story.
Scholarships Awarded
12.09.2021
Just over $10,000 was approved for two qualified applicants!
Fall semester scholarships
7.27.21
Four scholarships were awarded for the fall 2021 semester. The scholarships amounted to just over $21,000.
CCESF Board Members |
Name | Title | Email address | Contact phone |
Josette Fustini | Chairperson - CCF/CSP Rep | josette.fustini@state.co.us | 719-269-4841 |
Clifford Rezak | Vice-Chair - DCC/RCC Rep | clifford.rezak@state.co.us | 970-874-5809 |
Lonnie Weaver | Treasurer - HQ Rep | lonnie.weaver@state.co.us | 719-226-4117 |
Antionette Lopez | Secretary - CTCF/CTA Rep | antionette.lopez@state.co.us | 719-269-4300 |
Deborah Perry | AVCF Rep | deborah.perry@state.co.us | 719-267-5010 |
Maureen Dryer | BVCF Rep | maureen.dryer@state.co.us | 719-395-2404 |
Steven Garcia | CMC Rep | steven.garcia@state.co.us | 719-269-4704 |
Kimberly Caley | Denver Complex Rep | kimberly.caley@state.co.us | 303-371-4804 |
Justin McBride | FCF Rep | justin.mcbride@state.co.us | 719-269-5016 |
Kelly Kuhns | LCF Rep | kelly.kuhns@state.co.us | 719-775-3232 |
Denise Lopez | Parole/Community Rep | denise.lopez@state.co.us | 719-565-9466 |
Justin Dash | LVCF/SCCF/YOS Rep | justin.dash@state.co.us | 719-583-5934 |
Justin Willey | SCF Rep | justin.willey@state.co.us | 970-521-8891 |
Travis Vanderpool | TCF Rep | travis.vanderpool@state.co.us | 719-845-3223 |
Andrea Schaffer | At large member | andrea.schaffer@state.co.us | 719-269-4055 |
Larry Turner | At large member | larry.turner@state.co.us | 719-226-4922 |
Tamila Walter | At large member | tamila.walter@state.co.us | 719-226-4424 |
Matt Winden | At large member | matthew.winden@state.co.us | 719-269-4800 |
Mailing Address
306 Main Street PMB 543
Canon City, CO 81212
Make a Donation
Speak to any of our board members for donation information