Colorado Chapter
meet our Team
American GI Forum
Colorado State Executive Board
The objectives of The American GI Forum
The objectives of The American GI Forum,
founded by Dr. Hector Garcia are as follows:
Education
To provide information and motivation on education, scholarships and post-secondary educational opportunities.
Youth Leadership and Motivation
To establish AGIF Youth chapters; to train youth in leadership and motivation values; to help with their education through academic and trade scholarships, to promote better career opportunities.
Employment
To establish communications with corporations and job placement organizations, to assist with job training referrals, and to ensure equal employment opportunities.
Human Rights
To enforce, defend and protect the civil and human rights of Hispanics, women and other minorities and to ensure equal opportunities as mandated by federal and state laws.
Legislation
To provide input on enforcement of legislation that protects the rights of Hispanic veterans, their families and other minorities concerning affirmative action, benefits from social and educational.
Our Programs
Building Stronger Communities!
We go beyond advocacy — we deliver real programs that create lasting impact in the lives of veterans, families, and future generations. Every initiative we lead is grounded in our mission of education, equality, empowerment, and service.
Education & Scholarships
Helping students break barriers and pursue higher education.
Youth Leadership
Training tomorrow’s leaders through mentorship and AGIF Youth Chapters.
Employment Services
Connecting veterans and families with job training, placement, and growth opportunities.
Civil Rights Advocacy
Standing up for equal treatment under the law for minorities and veterans.
Veterans Support
Outreach programs that provide guidance, benefits support, and healthcare resources.
Membership
Join Our Family!
Being part of AGIFCO means joining a community of change-makers dedicated to service and justice.
Benefits of Membership
A voice in shaping policies that affect veterans and minority communities
Opportunities to serve in leadership roles at the local and state level
Access to events, training, and advocacy initiatives
Connection with a supportive network of veterans and families
Who Can Join?
✔️ Served in a military branch for at least 181 days.
✔️ Non-veterans may join if recommended by a veteran and are of good character, willing to work for veterans’ issues, and are over 18 years of age.
✔️ Women may join the Women of the American GI Forum Chapters. Must be at least 18 years of age.
✔️ Young boys and girls between the ages of 12 to 18 years of age may join the Youth Chapters.
Testimonials
Voices of Our Members
U.S. Army Veteran
AGIFCO gave me a platform to fight for my rights as a veteran.
AGIF Youth Member
Through the Youth Chapter, I found mentorship and a pathway to college.
AGIF Women’s Chapter Member
It’s more than an organization — it’s a family that never leaves anyone behind.
Contact Us
Connect With
Us Today!
Freedom is earned through sacrifice, guarded by courage, and carried by every generation.
Veterans remind us that liberty must be defended with conviction, protected with justice, and shared equally so that opportunity, dignity, and equality become living realities.
— Inspired by Eleanor Roosevelt & Joseph Campbell
📍 American GI Forum of Colorado, Inc.
125 Hector Garcia Pl, Pueblo, CO 81003
Phone: (719) 719-1599
Contact Us
Connect With
Us Today!
Freedom is earned through sacrifice, guarded by courage, and carried by every generation.
Veterans remind us that liberty must be defended with conviction, protected with justice, and shared equally so that opportunity, dignity, and equality become living realities.
— Inspired by Eleanor Roosevelt & Joseph Campbell
📍 American GI Forum of Colorado, Inc.
125 Hector Garcia Pl, Pueblo, CO 81003
Phone: (719) 719-1599