The Delta Health Foundation is excited to welcome Jess Shelton as its new Executive Director.
The Delta Health Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire generosity and support, as well as remarkable care in our community, through Delta Health. Donations to the Foundation help support the short and long-term goals of the hospital through education and innovation, modern equipment and the most up-to-date knowledge.
“Jess brings a strong connection to the communities here in Delta County. Her leadership skills will help the Foundation to grow and expand to further serve our patients and community,” said Jonathan Cohee, MHA, OT, Delta Health Chief Executive Officer.
In per previous role, Shelton served as the Town Clerk, Economic Development Coordinator and Court Clerk for the Town of Cedaredge. She was able to organize events such as Applefest, parades and Business After hours. She has a background in criminal justice and worked as the Finance Clerk for the Community Corrections Center in Montrose and as a Court Clerk for the 7th Judicial District.
“I absolutely love helping people,” said Shelton. “The Foundation offers opportunities to do just that while also strengthening the hospital and providing necessary services to our community. I am looking forward to many things – one of them is being able to work for a wonderful organization that holds people’s care in such high regard.”
Shelton moved to Cedaredge from Northern Colorado 11 years ago and grew up coming to Delta County to visit her family’s ranch. When she and her husband had children they decided they wanted to move here.
“When I am not working I am spending time with my husband and our two boys,” said Shelton. “We are heavily involved in youth sports. We love the outdoors and spend as much time on the Mesa as possible fishing and exploring. When time allows, I also enjoy reading, cooking and volunteering.”
Shelton looks forward to growing the Foundation to garner continued support and to provide more opportunities for the hospital and employees to grow and expand.
“From the amazing employees to the selfless donors, and dedicated Board, it is just a winning team that I am honored to be a part of,” said Shelton.
Up next for the Foundation is the Annual Delta Health Foundation Gala happening on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the Longhorns and Lace event center in Delta. The theme is Kentucky Derby and will be a semi-formal Gala that includes dinner, a cash bar, silent and live auctions, entertainment and more. Tickets can be purchased online at foundationdeltahealth.org/foundationgala.
For more information about the Foundation, visit https://www.foundationdeltahealth.org/ or contact Jess Shelton at [email protected] or 970.399.2610.
