2025 Dancing with the Pagosa Stars Event Sponsors
A heartfelt thank you to all of our sponsors for investing in early childhood education!
Mirror Ball Title Sponsor

The Hale Family FoundationMIRROR BALL TITLE SPONSOR
The Hale’s have a particular passion and interest for early learning and have supported Seeds of Learning for a number of years. In addition to Seeds, John and Deborah support a number of important educational causes that impact children and youth.
The Hale family lived in Pagosa Springs part-time for 17 years and now live full-time back at their home in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Deborah and John visited Pagosa years ago and fell in love. While the Hales may not spend as much time in Pagosa as they once did, they continue to make an impact on the future of Pagosa Springs through their support of Seeds of Learning.
PRODUCER SPONSOR

Alley House GrillePRODUCER SPONSOR
This year’s lavish meal will be catered by the Alley House Grille! As our food sponsor, the amazing chefs at ‘Alley House’ as it’s known around town, will concoct culinary delights to compliment the excitement of the evening. The restaurant is in downtown Pagosa Springs. Elegant yet casual, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the menu features sumptuous spins on New American Cuisine. Get ready for a delicious dining extravaganza!
DIRECTOR SPONSOR

Dwight & Lisa PetersDIRECTOR SPONSOR
Dwight and Lisa Peters have been involved with Seeds of Learning for many years volunteering various committees and board positions. Lisa served as Board President for several terms, and Dwight helped coordinate the Fund Development Committee. Their support has been instrumental in the organization’s success in recent years. Thank you for going above and beyond for the children in our community!
VIP CLUB SPONSORS

Sherry Phillips & Les FaustVIP CLUB SPONSOR
Sherry and Les have been supporters of Seeds for years now! Sherry was our “Mirror Ball” winner at our 2023 event, and she and her husband are continuing to be involved with DWTPS as sponsors this year. We are thankful to have them join us!
Mike and Jennifer CandelariaVIP CLUB SPONSOR
We our honored to have the Candelaria’s as a VIP sponsor for this years DWTPS. They have been supporters of this event since it began in 2018! We thank you for your continued generous support.
Linda Espinosa & Livia LynchVIP CLUB SPONSOR
Linda joined the board of Seeds in 2024, and we are so excited she has chosen to be one of our VIP sponsors again this year. Dr. Espinosa has been a member of the early childhood community for many years, and continues to support educational research today.
Livia joined the Seeds board this year, and we are thankful for her support.
Tim and Linda WightmanVIP SPONSOR
We are excited to have Tim and Linda as sponsors again this year. In 2023, Tim was a male celebrity star and he took home “Best Paramount Video” for his advocacy efforts for Seeds. Tim and Linda bought their forever retirement home in Pagosa Springs, August of 2017 and moved here permanently in August of 2022. They both have a passion for helping others, giving back, and building a stronger tomorrow. Thanks for continuing to show your support this year!
GOLD STAR BAR SPONSOR

Kips Grill & Cantina Pagosa GOLD STAR BAR SPONSOR
Kips Grill & Cantina has been “pleasin’ the people” since 2006 in Pagosa Springs. Owner, Missy Losee, has a child that attends Seeds of Learning and has been a big supporter of the school by volunteering in the classroom with cooking classes and providing food for teachers and parents at various Seeds events. Thank you for going the extra mile for us Kips!
SILVER STAR BAR SPONSOR

Riff Raff Brewing Co.SILVER STAR BAR SPONSOR
Opened in the summer of 2013, Riff Raff Brewing Company brings craft beer and an eclectic food menu to downtown Pagosa Springs, Colorado. RRBC also boasts being the second brewery in the world for having spring fed geothermal energy. Come hang out with the Riff Raff! Thanks so much for your continued support this year!
RED CARPET SPONSORS

Reynolds Ash & AssociatesRED CARPET SPONSOR
Founded in 2002 and located in southwest Colorado, Reynolds Ash + Associates has offices in Durango and Pagosa Springs.
They believe great design springs from building relationships with clients. By approaching each project holistically, they can see the full picture – from environmental impact to the livability of the space, to the materials used. Likewise, they admire the whole child approach at Seeds, where emotional and social skills are as important as education.
They believe great design springs from building relationships with clients. By approaching each project holistically, they can see the full picture – from environmental impact to the livability of the space, to the materials used. Likewise, they admire the whole child approach at Seeds, where emotional and social skills are as important as education.

RG BankRed Carpet Sponsor
We are thrilled to welcome back RG Bank as a Red Carpet Sponsor to this years event! RG Bank is a member-owned, professionally managed, renowned for outstanding service delivered with integrity. With branches in Pagosa Springs, Monte Vista, and Alamosa they serve 8 counties. Thank you RG Bank!
BALLROOM SPONSORS

Pagosa Medical CenterBALLROOM SPONSOR
Once again, we are delighted to have the Pagosa Springs Medical Center as our Ballroom Sponsor.
The incredible staff, doctors, nurses, and services continue to grow at PSMC. Thank you for all you do to take care of our community!

The Pagosa SunBALLROOM SPONSOR
Everyone’s favorite local newspaper, the Pagosa Springs Sun has been contributing to the community for more than a decade and is a dedicated year-round supporter of Seeds of Learning. Whenever we have news to tell, the Sun generously allows us to print our stories and share what’s happening with all residents of our tight knit town.
The Sun is available online or in print.
The Sun is available online or in print.

Andre & Annita BensBALLROOM SPONSOR
Andre & Annita have been strong Seeds supporters for many years now. They feel nothing is more valuable for a successful future than a good education and nurturing in the early years of life. Much of that is influenced by hiring outstanding teachers and feeding minds and stomachs of the little ones. The Bens understand that it takes a village to make that happen, and want to support such a great cause.

Bob and Robin BrobstBALLROOM SPONSOR
Bob and Robin have supported Seeds for many years and Bob has served on the board as the Treasurer for the last 5 years. They believe that giving preschool age children in Pagosa an opportunity for a quality early education will set them up for success when they enter kindergarten and beyond.

Dale & Tiffany WilsonBALLROOM SPONSOR
Dale and Tiffany have been strong supporters of Seeds of Learning, knowing firsthand how important a good social, emotional and academic education is for preschoolers.

Pagosa PhotographyBALLROOM SPONSOR
Pagosa Springs photographer Jeff Laydon has been shooting people, places and products here in our authentic mountain town since 1995. Pagosa Photography offers professional portraiture for any occasion. Simple to Extravagant. Beautiful, creative heirloom quality images you will treasure. Fantastic Locations and Fun, Comfortable Sessions.
SPOTLIGHT SPONSOR

CHFADESSERT SPONSOR
BACKSTAGE SPONSORS
Custom Homes by Vernon LeslieBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Groove U DurangoBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Farrago EventsBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
School of MovementBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
John GillamBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Pagosa Springs Dance AcademyBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Archuleta Department of Human ServicesBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Archuleta School District #50 JTBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Pagosa HS Volleyball BACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Style Ranch SalonBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Liberty TheaterBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Bank of the San JuansBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
Archuleta County CSU ExtensionBACKSTAGE SPONSOR
DESSERT SPONSOR

SHOW BOX BAKERYDESSERT SPONSOR
