Student Ambassadors

The Palisade Peach Festival Student Ambassador Program celebrates outstanding local students who are passionate about serving their community and sharing the spirit of one of Colorado’s sweetest traditions.

Throughout the festival, our Student Ambassadors play an important role in welcoming guests, assisting with event operations, supporting festival activities, and representing the Palisade Peach Festival with professionalism, enthusiasm, and community pride. From helping visitors find their way to lending a hand behind the scenes, these ambassadors help create the memorable experience thousands of guests enjoy each year.

We are proud to introduce this year’s Student Ambassadors and grateful for the time, energy, and dedication they bring to the festival.

Eva Zamora

Eva Zamora is an upcoming senior at Fruita Monument High School. She enjoys coding, software modeling, creating art, and rock climbing. Passionate about giving back to the community that has played such an important role in her life, Eva is excited to serve as a 2026 Palisade Peach Festival Student Ambassador and help create a welcoming, memorable experience for festival guests.

student volunteers
student volunteers

Lauren Spriggs

Lauren Spriggs is an upcoming senior who is honored to return as a Palisade Peach Festival Student Ambassador for a second year. Active in FCCLA, Speech and Debate, West Slope Youth Voice, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, she is passionate about leadership, advocacy, and serving her community. Inspired by her late grandfather’s encouragement to make a positive impact, she is excited to continue giving back to the community she loves while helping create an unforgettable experience for festival guests.

Mattilynn Peeples

Mattilynn Peeples is a student at Grand Junction High School with a passion for leadership, service, and creating positive change in her community. She is actively involved in Mock Trial, concert band, and volunteer initiatives, while maintaining an outstanding academic record. Inspired by her family’s deep roots in Palisade and the local orchard industry, Mattilynn is proud to represent the community as a Student Ambassador. She is also the founder of Voices Unbound CO., a youth-led initiative focused on mental health awareness and advocacy for underrepresented voices. 

student volunteers
student volunteers

Bella Alvarado-Wilson

Isabella Alvarado-Wilson is a sophomore who combines creativity, academic excellence, and a passion for serving her community. Maintaining a 4.0 GPA, she is actively involved in theatre arts, aerial silks, vocal performance, church volunteer work, and is always eager to explore new artistic outlets, including face painting. Having attended the Palisade Peach Festival since she was five years old, Isabella is excited to give back to a tradition she has loved for years. Her outgoing personality, creativity, and genuine love for connecting with others make her a wonderful ambassador for the Palisade Peach Festival.