Volunteer Dedicates Over 12,000 Hours to Butterfly Pavilion
Steve Chady, a 70-year-old volunteer at the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, Colorado, has dedicated over 12,000 hours to the organization. His contributions include caring for invertebrates, maintaining gardens, educating visitors, and processing shipments of butterfly chrysalises from around the world.…
Denver, CO, August 2, 2026 —
Steve Chady, a 70-year-old volunteer at the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, Colorado, has surpassed an extraordinary milestone, dedicating over 12,000 hours to the organization. His commitment spans a wide range of essential tasks that support the pavilion’s mission of conservation and education.
Chady’s volunteer work encompasses the care of the pavilion’s diverse invertebrate collection, a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of these delicate creatures. He is also instrumental in the upkeep of the gardens, ensuring a vibrant and suitable environment for the butterflies and other insects.
In addition to his hands-on contributions, Chady actively engages with visitors, providing educational insights and enhancing their experience at the Butterfly Pavilion. His work also involves the critical process of managing shipments of butterfly chrysalises arriving from international locations, a complex operation that ensures the continuous flow of new life into the pavilion’s displays.
Recognizing his significant and long-standing dedication, Chady has been honored as a “Denver7 Everyday Hero.” This designation highlights his profound impact and unwavering commitment to the Butterfly Pavilion and its inhabitants.
Story summarized from the original created by Richard Butler on www.denver7.com, see more information here.
