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5 DENVER CATHOLIC | JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2015 Cover Story J O I N U S F O R T H E F O U R T H A N N U A L Augustine Institute TM MARDI GRAS PRAYER BREAKFAST Patrick Lencioni Patrick is the founder of The Table Group and co-founder of The Amazing Parish movement. He is the author of 10 books which have sold over 4 million copies and been translated into more than 25 languages. The Wall Street Journal called Pat one of the most sought after business speakers in America; he has addressed millions of people at conferences and events around the world over the past 15 years. the world over the past 15 years. Questions? 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State Hwy. 30 Aurora, CO 80018 (720) 859-9785 • Professional, personalized service • Respectful • Compassionate The Archdiocese of Denver Cemeteries and Mortuary Caring for the faithful in Northern Colorado since 1893 in their most personal time of need. her mother works as produce manager at Vitamin Cottage. They maintain three gardens for their own produce, as well as to supple- ment meals they make for the Extended Table soup kitchen each month. The nearly two million pennies raised for Growing Food Forward were collected in jars Starr placed at businesses throughout the area, as well as a GoFundMe crowdfunding account. When she was about half-way to her goal, Starr received national exposure when featured on "NBC News" with Ann Curry. After that, she quickly exceeded her goal. The money raised allowed for 92 gardens to be built, that generated more than 2,000 pounds of produce that was donated. "I hope the gardens we've started will continue, and that they'll con- tinue to donate (the produce)," Starr said. "Because it does make a big di« erence." "It's just all part of who she is," Walker said of her daugh- ter's generosity. "Giving and loving." Last month she was included on Scholastic News' list of "8 Coolest Kids We Met in 2014," a roundup of inspiring, courageous and innovative kids featured in the organization's magazines during the year. She was also honored by Catholic Charities Western Slope last November as the youngest recipient ever of the Msgr. Dentici Friends of Charity Award for outstanding vol- unteer service; and was recognized by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals for "changing the health of a nation." "I'm so very proud of her," Walker said. "This all started with one little idea and has just exploded." The school is proud of her too. "She's the most humble, sweet, kind child you'll ever meet," said Glenda Oliver, principal. "She's a beautiful spirit and they are a beauti- ful little family. We are happy they've been part of our family the last three years." Starr's next project is in the works, but details are "secret at this point" she said. Several students from St. Stephen's are on-board to help once it is announced in February. « 1 her mother works as produce manager at Vitamin Cottage. They maintain three gardens for their own produce, as well as to supple- ment meals they make for the Extended Table soup kitchen each month. The nearly two million pennies raised for Growing Food Forward were collected in jars Starr placed at businesses throughout the area, as well as a GoFundMe crowdfunding account. When she was about half-way to her goal, Starr received national exposure when featured on "NBC News" with Ann Curry. After that, she quickly exceeded her goal. The money raised allowed for 92 gardens to be built, that generated more than 2,000 pounds of "I hope the gardens we've started will continue, and that they'll con- tinue to donate (the produce)," Starr said. "Because it does make a big "It's just all part of who she is," Walker said of her daugh- list of "8 Coolest Kids We Met in 2014," a roundup of inspiring, courageous and innovative kids featured in the organization's magazines during the year. She was also honored by Catholic Charities Western Slope last November as the youngest recipient ever of the Msgr. Dentici Friends of Charity Award for outstanding vol- unteer service; and was recognized by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals for "changing the health of a nation." "I'm so very proud of her," Walker said. "This all started with one little idea and has just exploded." The school is proud of her too. "She's the most humble, sweet, kind child you'll ever meet," said Glenda Oliver, principal. "She's a beautiful spirit and they are a beauti- ful little family. We are happy they've been part of our family the last three years." Starr's next project is in the works, but details are "secret at is announced in February. Chandra Starr's Million Penny Project was featured on "NBC News" last April when she was interviewed by correspondent Ann Curry, top; Starr with her mother Kimberly Starr Walker, bottom left; Starr being fi lmed by an NBC cameraman as she prepares food at the Extended Table soup kitchen in Glenwood Springs, bottom right. Photos provided

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