In 1997 the JSR Foundation was formalized as the charitable arm of the Association of Landscape Architects Colorado Chapter with a mission to continue the legacy of Jane Silverstein Ries’ stewardship of the land. Today, the Foundation recognizes and supports sustainable and innovative projects and programs that conserve, improve and enhance the built and natural environments. The Foundation offers
scholarships, grants, educational opportunities, events and programs that make the spirit of places endure in the Rocky Mountain region. In addition to year-round engagement with organizations and professionals across the fields of landscape architecture, urban design, engineering, ecology, maintenance, programming and preservation of public spaces, the Jane Silverstein Ries Foundation leads two annual award-based efforts to celebrate individuals and groups that embody the spirit of Jane's legacy. JSR AWARD
Since 1983, the JSR Foundation Award is an annual tradition that recognizes a person, group or organization that demonstrates a pioneering sense of awareness and stewardship of land-use values in the Rocky Mountain region. JSR SCHOLARSHIP
The JSR Foundation awards scholarships to students who demonstrate a passion for preserving, improving and enhancing public spaces through responsible and innovative land use and design.
