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Project: Return to Work has deep ties to Colorado’s military community, and we want to share some of what’s happening there.
R2W Founder Rob Brazell serves as the Boulder Area Chair for the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a federal program that supports Guard and Reserve members and their employers. Rob gives briefings to National Guard and Reserve members on their way to and returning from deployment, and presents high military awards to exceptional employers who go above and beyond for their service members.
ESGR Colorado has been busy in early 2026. In January and February, volunteers attended events including COARNG deployment briefings across the state, the Mile High SHRM Conference, the CONG Leadership Symposium, and an in-person volunteer training. Looking ahead, the 2026 Colorado Committee Annual Program and Awards Meeting (APAM) is scheduled for April 25th at JFHQ.
We’re proud to share their newsletters here as a window into this important work. Please enjoy the latest updates from our military partners.
February 2026 Monthly Newsletter.pdf
Follow Colorado ESGR on Facebook for the latest updates, and check out this recent highlight from their page.
Project: Return to Work has a long tradition of meaningful connection with Colorado’s military community — and a recent dog show brought that tradition to life in a big way.
Yin (Bilbo) and Yang (Olive) are siblings with a compelling competitive story. When Olive competed alone, she struggled to place. But when she entered the ring alongside her brother Bilbo, no one could beat her.
Behind the scenes, groomer and handler Diedre of The Wag Shop prepares and handles Bilbo at competitions. Her story of overcoming severe disabilities makes her dedication to this work all the more inspiring.
The dogs are co-owned by Annele Henderson and Cheyscott Kennels. Annele also shows Olive, serves as President of the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Denver (STCGD), and is a member of R2W’s Board of Directors
This photo says it all. It was taken at an Army Yellow Ribbon Reintegration event in Vail, Colorado, where R2W Founder Rob Brazell was serving in his Military Outreach role with ESGR, briefing soldiers returning from active duty. Yang — Stryder — became an instant morale booster that day, playing with a soldier’s young son and grandfather. The moment gave everyone present a lift, including the service providers supporting troops and their families as they transitioned back to civilian life.
Bilbo is now in training to serve at future ESGR events, continuing this tradition.
Please consider donating to help support Diedre and others at R2W on the front lines — helping injured heroes back to work and back to life.
Yin (Bilbo)
Diedre and Bilbo
Yang (Olive)
Annele Henderson and Olive
