About this Event
Purpose Forum Fireside Chat
Generosity in Action
What does generosity look like when we put it into practice?
Generosity is often measured by the size of the gift.
But the deeper story is what generosity notices, unlocks, and sets in motion.
At this month’s Purpose Forum, Generosity in Action, we’ll explore generosity as something broader than a donation, fundraiser, or charitable gesture.
Through a warm, story-rich conversation with Niki Hunn, Owner & President of Thomas Hunn Jewelers, and Kevin Bray, Director of Development at Bray & Company, we’ll hear how generosity can move through business, relationships, opportunity, dignity, community investment, encouragement, and everyday choices.
This will not be a fundraising luncheon, a lecture about philanthropy, or a celebration of wealth.
It will be a human conversation about what becomes possible when people put what they have into circulation for the good of others.
Because generosity becomes powerful when it moves.
Who Should Attend?
✨ Community members who want to think differently about generosity and contribution
✨ Business owners and professionals interested in relationship-centered leadership
✨ Nonprofit, civic, education, and community leaders
✨ Board members and prospective board members
✨ People who care about dignity, opportunity, mentorship, and community trust
✨ Retirees, newcomers, and everyday residents looking for meaningful ways to participate
✨ Anyone who wants to recognize what they already have to give and how they might put it into circulation
You do not need to be a donor, philanthropist, executive, or community insider to belong in this conversation.
Purpose Forum is for people from all walks of life who care about meaningful connection, human stories, and the many ways we can contribute to a more generous community.
Featured Speakers
Niki Hunn
Owner & President, Thomas Hunn Jewelers
Niki Hunn is a respected local business owner known for her boldness, resilience, community presence, and quiet generosity. She serves on the Advancement Board of HopeWest, is a member of the Rotary Club of Grand Junction, and participates in The Giving Club.
For years, Niki has been stewarding the family business and building a loyal clientele through hard work, relationships, dignity, and trust.
Kevin Bray
Director of Development, Bray & Company
Kevin Bray is Director of Development at Bray & Company, a longstanding Grand Junction family business. He also serves as co-chair of the City of Grand Junction Housing Task Force and has been active in the Housing & Building Association of Western Colorado.
Kevin’s perspective brings together business, development, housing, relationships, community investment, and long-term commitment to the Grand Valley.
Together, Niki and Kevin will help us see that generosity can be public or quiet, planned or spontaneous, financial or relational, structural or deeply personal.
One Story. One Insight. One Invitation.
Each speaker will share:
One story that brings generosity into focus.
One insight about what that story reveals.
One invitation for how each of us might practice generosity in our own lives, workplaces, and community.
As always, there will be space for reflection, table conversation, and meaningful connection with others in the room.
What You’ll Experience
💛 A story-rich conversation about generosity, dignity, resilience, opportunity, and community life.
🔗 A more visible understanding of generosity as something that can move through relationships, introductions, encouragement, expertise, access, and everyday choices.
🍽️ Lunch in a welcoming room where conversation feels natural, relaxed, and human.
🤝 Meaningful connection beyond your usual circles across business, nonprofit, civic, education, philanthropy, and everyday community life.
🌱 A hopeful, possibility-focused atmosphere where people are invited to listen deeply, notice what matters, and imagine what generosity could look like in action.
No expertise required.
No perfect words required.
Come as you are, with curiosity, openness, and a willingness to explore what becomes possible when generosity moves through a community.
What You’ll Take Away
✨ Two memorable human stories from respected local leaders
✨ Practical examples of generosity through relationships, access, encouragement, business, opportunity, and trust
✨ Greater awareness of what you already have to contribute
✨ New relationships with people who care about the future of the Grand Valley
✨ A renewed sense that generosity can become a daily practice, not just a single act
From Our Community
“You have to come experience one of these meetings in person. I have never attended one that I didn’t leave feeling my heart was full, and so inspired.”
— Purpose Forum attendee
Our Unique Approach to Netweaving™
Purpose Forum brings people from all walks of life together through Netweaving™ over lunch, human stories, meaningful conversation, and shared reflection.
Instead of asking, “What’s in it for me?” we ask, “What’s possible for us?”
Through Netweaving™, GoodnessCO helps people build genuine relationships, discover opportunities to participate in community life, and strengthen the social fabric of our community.
We believe healthy communities are built when people feel seen, welcomed, valued, and invited to contribute in meaningful ways.
Refund Policy
If your plans change, email [email protected] by midnight on the Saturday before the Forum and we’ll be glad to issue a refund.
After that, tickets are non-refundable.
Processing fees are non-refundable. Eventbrite processing fees are applied at checkout and support the infrastructure that allows GoodnessCO to host sustainable, high-quality gatherings.
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Event venue & nearby stays
Hilltop Community Resources, 359 Main Street, Grand Junction, United States
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