


Rotarian Ken Kanemoto opened this year’s Student Compassion Awards by introducing the honorees to the legacy of his father, Jimmy Kanemoto—a true symbol of compassion.
The Tower of Compassion in Longmont’s Kanemoto Park reflects five levels of compassion: Love, Empathy, Understanding, Gratitude, and Selfless Giving. The Kanemoto family donated seven acres of land to the City of Longmont in 1966, with the tower, also a gift to the city, symbolizing the family's gratitude for the kindness shown to their family during World War II, when many Japanese Americans were placed in internment camps.
Now celebrating its 50th anniversary, the Tower of Compassion holds local historic designation and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Watch this video to hear more of the story: https://youtu.be/jETF9K325YA. Click on "Read More" to learn about this year's Compassion Award winners.


With a team of 16 dedicated teachers, Open Door supports a linguistically diverse community—serving students who collectively speak more than 50 languages. The program collaborates with a wide range of community partners, and to date, over 9,000 students have benefited from its services.
Beyond academics, Open Door creates a space for connection—fostering relationships among students, staff, volunteers, and the broader community. Barbara emphasized the importance of volunteers, noting, "Every student who has had a volunteer coach has passed all their testing."
When asked about their current needs, Barbara shared a short list of school supplies. The Longmont Rotary Club responded quickly—delivering donations to their doorstep. It’s clear that Open Door is not only opening minds but building bridges to opportunity.


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Longmont, CO 80501
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