A Conversation with Miss Sandy

To celebrate Black History Month, TGF is highlighting some of the inspiring black leaders in the Denver community, striving to make lasting change within environmental education, conservation, and beyond. When researching for this project, I came across Sandra Douglas, referenced by many who have worked with her as Miss Sandy. As the Community Connector for the Cole Neighborhood, SPREE has worked with her in the past to make outdoor education accessible to this community. When I had the pleasure of speaking with Miss Sandy about her work, I could hear the sounds of a busy kitchen in the background. Sure enough, she told me “Sorry honey, I’m busy cooking up a hundred pounds of potatoes”. At that point, I knew I was talking to someone who cared deeply about this community and that I could not tell her story better than she could. Keep reading to learn more of Miss Sandy’s story, in her words.

I have lived in the Denver area, specifically the Cole neighborhood for 35 years.  I love it.  I love the neighbors and almost everything about it.  With a Master’s Degree in nonprofit management, at Regis University, working at the neighborhood level is a natural fit and a joy.  From nonprofit organizations, my church, volunteering, walking the neighborhood streets - engaging residents is my love – one of service.

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