Category: Engaged Philanthropy| Denver Foundation
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Pictured above: Commún, photo courtesy of Armando Geneyro Congratulations to 54 nonprofit organizations that have been awarded a total of $2.5 million in grants during the 2024 Fall/Cycle 2 of The Denver Foundation’s Community Grants Program. Representing the seven metro Denver counties, these incredible organizations work to advance economic opportunity, education, climate and environment, housing,| Denver Foundation
Growing up in Denver’s Westwood neighborhood, Greg spent a lot of time on his bike. “A bike was a kid’s transport from here to the store, from here to your friend’s house. We were always on bikes,” recalls Greg. For Greg, biking was a way for him to be outside more and avoid distractions. But| Denver Foundation
Pictured above: Scott Horton, GRID Alternatives community member Scott Horton’s journey as a skilled solar installer began an unexpected path toward a passion for renewable energy. Starting with GRID Alternatives’ Installation Basics Training (IBT) program, Scott embraced the challenge, diving into the world of solar energy with determination. “It just took my heart, and I| Denver Foundation
Across the Western United States and in Colorado, communities are feeling the impacts of climate change. The hottest year on record was 2023, and this year is on track to be even hotter. The amount of water in the Colorado River and other tributaries is shrinking, and the level of pollutants in the air is| Denver Foundation
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic communities. Between September and October, several Latin countries celebrate their independence: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Mexico, and Chile. Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. In Colorado, there are several ways you can celebrate too! During| Denver Foundation
Belonging Colorado, a special fund at The Denver Foundation, is excited to announce the organizations selected to join the inaugural Belonging Colorado Cohort. Belonging Colorado is a new effort to bring people together in new ways, grow resilience in our state, and expand Coloradans’ sense of who belongs. The inaugural Belonging Colorado Cohort supports 15| Denver Foundation