DION WEST
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Passion
I love being a part of a growing Foundation that serves as a hub to empower the entire nonprofit ecosystem in Broomfield. We’re in a period of exponential growth in grant programs, scholarship and emergency funding, as well as our nonprofit education and networking initiatives. The Foundation recently celebrated its 30-year anniversary and it’s an exciting time to be involved in recognizing both how far the Foundation has come, while also playing an important part in where it's going for the next 30 years.
I cherish the camaraderie I have with a truly wonderful group of Board Members and staff who make my job meaningful, while still finding ways to make it joyful. You know you’re in a BCF staff or Board meeting, because they are always lively, engaging and never dull.
Professional Background
Prior to my tenure at the Broomfield Community Foundation, I was a practicing attorney specializing in litigation for small businesses throughout Denver, Boulder, and Broomfield Counties. I hold a Masters Degree in Political Science and a Juris Doctorate (JD) from the University of Colorado Boulder, where I served as a senior member of the law review and as a student director for CU’s Silicon Flatirons Program, combining the study of technology, law, policy and entrepreneurship under Phil Weiser, Colorado’s current Attorney General. In 2018, I volunteered as a BCF Grant Review Committee member, which inspired me to serve as a Board Member for several years, before transitioning my role to that of staff.
Personal Insights
My husband Jon and I have lived in the area for 28+ years and have two sons. As of Spring of 2026, Connor graduated from college a semester early and is pursuing a career in aviation, while Evan will be starting his senior year of high school locally and has a passion for scuba diving, which recently took the whole family to the Dominican Republic.
Our family appreciates downtime away from crowds, so you'll find us traveling to Utah's backcountry for family vacations, spending time at our beach house on the Northern California coast, or binge-watching movies together (and arguing over which Christopher Nolan movie is actually the best). We are also a family of foodies, who enjoy making each beloved recipe even better than the last.
My Superpower
My superpower is finding truly amazing, talented people and then delegating HEAVILY to them. Recently, this superpower has been turbocharged and is working at full capacity with the addition of Kathy Warling as our Donor Relations & Communications Officer, Kara Green as our new Program Assistant, and Connor West as our new Youth Advisory Council Director.
What is your favorite park in Broomfield?
After many playdates with a small group of moms I met in birthing class more than 20 years ago, The Bay Aquatic Park will always be a nostalgic favorite. But these days, I’m pretty spoiled enjoying the view of Midway Park right from our new offices.
