About Us

The King-Porter Foundation, a small private family foundation 501(c)(3) non-profit, was created in memory of Charles W. King Jr. (Chuck), Connor Porter, and Pat Porter—three remarkable individuals whose faith and love for others shaped our lives.

Their shared faith, whether lifelong or newly embraced, was the common thread that defined them. The foundation was born out of our love for these three and a desire to carry forward the values they lived by. We seek to honor their legacy by loving others as Christ has called us to, serving our community, and sharing the same compassion and faith they embodied.

Throughout this foundation and our own lives, we aim to keep their memories alive, letting their light continue to shine as we help others in need and give back in meaningful ways.

Chuck, who embraced his faith later in life at 82, inspired others with his wisdom, work ethic, and memorable ‘Chuckisms’ like, “Fords pass Cadillacs all day long, they just have to work harder.” A state gymnastics champion and Dartmouth graduate, Chuck excelled as a real estate developer and venture capitalist, taking several companies public. Despite his success, he was known for his generosity and humility, always valuing people over possessions. As a loving father to Trish King and his two sons, he cherished life’s moments over its achievements. While much of his life was defined by hard work, adventure, and his love for Haagen-Dazs, his final chapter was spent worshiping Jesus. Chuck’s legacy lives on through the lives he touched and the values he instilled in those who knew him.

Pat, a father who filled every room with laughter, was a two-time Olympian and an eight-time consecutive U.S. Cross Country Champion-a feat unmatched to this day. He played Finnish distance runner Lasse Virén in Without Limits and shared his life with fellow 1988 Olympian Trish King Porter. Known for his generosity, Pat could ace every Jeopardy question, he loved flying, and taking his kids on trips. A graduate of Adams State College with a Business Marketing degree, Pat was inducted into multiple Hall of Fames, including the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Hall of Fame in 1987, Adams State Athletics Hall of Fame in 2000, and RMAC Hall of Fame in 2012. Just days before his passing in a plane crash on July 26, 2012, he was honored by the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Hall of Fame. His passion for coffee, shopping, modern art, and humor made every interaction unforgettable.

Connor, at just 15, radiated kindness and never hesitated to share his faith with others. He was a U.S. National Fencing medalist who lit up every space he walked into. He was the kind of kid you’d want on your team no matter the task because he made everything better. The son of Pat and Trish and brother to Shannon, Connor’s bond with his sister was special, with no fighting despite their 4-year age gap. He caught the entrepreneurship bug early, selling items he made to classmates and on eBay. He saved up enough money to buy expensive paintball guns and other items. His heart was especially soft for those in need; he would place Bibles in Trish’s car, highlight John 3:16, hide a $5 bill inside, and hand them out to unhoused individuals. Connor’s generosity and zest for life left an unforgettable mark on everyone he met, showing his deep love for others and his faith.