Welcome. We’re so glad to have you join us.
SoCo QUILTBAG is a grassroots organization founded in November 2020 after the death of a dear community member, Pep Aragon.
Pep Aragon was a champion of the homeless, the poor, and abandoned youth. Pep received the Rotary Community Hero 2017 award in appreciation for outstanding service to Fremont County’s homeless. Pep’s dedication to her trans community, all LGBTQIA2S+ people, and everyone marginalized and struggling inspired us in founding SoCoQuiltbag.
SoCo QUILTBAG supports the physical, mental health, and social needs of the LGBTQIA2S+ community in Fremont County and beyond.
Pep was born Sept. 14, 1961 in Cañon City to Julian and Louise Aragon and was the youngest of nine children. Pep moved back to Cañon City 19 years ago and started helping the Masons serve holiday meals and a monthly meal for the community evolved at First United Methodist Church, the “Saturday Supper.” In 2017, Pep was awarded the Rotary Community Hero award in appreciation for outstanding service to Fremont County’s homeless. Private family services will be held at a later date, and a public service will be held in the future in light of the coronavirus pandemic. Contributions may be made in Pep’s name to Loaves and Fishes or Meals on Wheels.
Excerpt form obituary published by The Cañon City Daily Record on Jun. 12, 2020.
Vision Statement:
SoCo QUILTBAG envisions a community where all are included and loved as fellow human beings.
Mission Statement:
SoCo QUILTBAG is committed to the bold support of the Southern Colorado LGBTQIA2S+ community and their allies. We desire to build an inclusive community by providing appropriate resources and education, and encouraging people to seek equality for all.
CONTACT US
Email: socoquiltbagfremont@gmail.com
Ph # 719-315-0744
FB Page – SoCoQUILTBAGFremont (request membership)