As we approach the end of 2025, many of our generous partners wish to make gifts and grants before the year ends. We are committed to meeting the goals and needs of all of our fundholders, but some gifts are more complicated to process and may take additional time. To ensure your gifts and grants| Denver Foundation
Pictured above: LaDawn Sullivan is the executive director of the Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund. This is an excerpt from Chapter 4 of our book, “A Century of Impact: The Denver Foundation’s First 100 Years.” It offers a glimpse into the history of the foundation, highlighting our ongoing journey to advance diversity, equity, and| Denver Foundation
Pictured above: community leaders participating in the Inclusiveness Project in 2001. These are excerpts from Chapter 4 of our book, “A Century of Impact: The Denver Foundation’s First 100 Years.” It offers a glimpse into the history of the foundation, highlighting our ongoing journey to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work. Read other| Denver Foundation
Our 2025 annual investment meeting with fundholders covered market trends and how they impact our philanthropic investments.| Denver Foundation
How The Denver Foundation has supported students since 1925 through funding educational causes and scholarships.| Denver Foundation
“What is one collaboration in the climate space that gives you hope right now?” That question, asked to the panel during our Climate Collaboration event, captured the day’s focus: bring together environmental advocates, civic leaders, donors, and corporate partners for vital discussions on climate change and collaborative action to address it. Dr. M Jackson, a| Denver Foundation
Learn about the history of our giving circles, their growth over time, the different causes they support and their impact on the community.| Denver Foundation
Nonprofits are facing growing challenges due to federal funding cuts and ongoing uncertainty, threatening essential programs and services. As an organization that prioritizes listening to community needs, we asked all our partners, including nonprofits, donors, and our ACCI (Advisory Committee for Community Impact), how we can support them now. In response, we are stepping up| Denver Foundation
For 100 years, The Denver Foundation has connected generosity to impact. The transformative gifts we’ve received and grants we’ve distributed over time represent the various people, organizations, and ideas that have shaped our communities. This story is part of our 100th series, highlighting how, together, we are building a stronger, thriving Metro Denver, Colorado, and| Denver Foundation
The Denver Foundation's long history of partnering with local officials to create positive change for the city.| Denver Foundation
Photo credit: Larry Pierce, Courtesy Steamboat Springs Chamber Belonging Colorado, a special fund at The Denver Foundation, is proud to announce the eight leadership development organizations selected to join our first Belonging Colorado Leadership Network Cohort. These organizations were chosen through a competitive process to participate in a six-month training program focused on bridge-building and| Denver Foundation
The Denver Foundation is celebrating 100 years of our deep connection to the community, and we know that staying connected is what will carry us into the future. As part of our 100th anniversary celebrations, we brought together our donors and nonprofits to celebrate those connections during our Art of Connection event. It was an| Denver Foundation
Strengthening Neighborhoods launched in 1997, with its first grant to Cultivando, setting the stage for decades of grassroots impact.| Denver Foundation
We are thrilled to welcome five new members to our board of trustees. These leaders bring diverse skills to our board. They are community leaders, investment professionals, and philanthropic role models. You can see a complete list of all board members on our website. 2025 new trustees Susanne Bates is the co-founder of the| 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
Pictured above: Peter Kirsch, photo by Armando Geneyro Some people discover their passions late in life. For fundholder and trustee Peter Kirsch, his focus was apparent from the start. “I’ve always been interested in environmental issues and conservation. I guess you could say I was born with it,” explained Kirsch. Kirsch has dedicated his professional [...]Read More... from Leading the charge| Denver Foundation
Some people hang memorabilia about graduations or weddings, but David Jennings proudly framed an old t-shirt. “That was from my old case manager who would wear that during outreach,” he said. “It represents a time in my life where things really changed.” Jennings was 15 years old when his time at the child homeless shelter [...]Read More... from “Unconditional hope” Urban Peak provides shelter and services for Colorado’s youth| Denver Foundation
Pictured above: Jessica Fiedler, Executive Director of Almost Home When the cost of living in South Dakota started to rise outside of Dawn’s means, she picked up all her belongings and moved her family to Colorado. She was looking for more job opportunities and stable housing, but things didn’t go according to plan. On her [...]Read More... from Almost Home is helping people experiencing housing instability reach self-sufficiency| Denver Foundation
Belonging Colorado announces the launch of an initiative to measure the sense of belonging among Coloradans.| Denver Foundation
Pictured above: Emarie Mayfield, The Gathering Place member and mother; courtesy of The Gathering Place Emarie Mayfield was 17 years old with a newborn when she was house-hopping and struggling to put food on the table. She heard about The Gathering Place as a resource for families just like hers and she figured she didn’t [...]Read More... from The Gathering Place is promoting safety and hope through relationships, choice, and resources| Denver Foundation
The Denver Housing to Health (H2H) program is addressing homelessness with an innovative model. Early reports show signs of success.| Denver Foundation
Folks were dancing for joy as the Cleo Parker Robinson Center for the Healing Arts broke ground on their new facility. Cleo Parker Robinson Dance (CPRD) was founded in 1970, “to educate, celebrate, and honor the African Diaspora and African American experience. CPRD emerged from the Black Arts and Civil Rights movements and is now [...]Read More... from You can dance if you want to| Denver Foundation
Helen Obuna is a recipient of the Reisher Scholarship, which provides educational opportunities for Colorado students at in-state schools.| Denver Foundation
