The Puksta Foundation is a non-profit, educational foundation. The mission of the Puksta Foundation is to provide the opportunity for freeing Colorado students to pursue a college education and to develop a commitment to citizenship, leadership and civic engagement.

A college education is only part of one's learning opportunity. Participation in the community is the perspective that truly shapes individual lives. The Foundation encourages scholars to be engaged in the community and to commit time and energy to the betterment of Colorado.