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
“I intend to attend medical school and make an influential impact on children’s lives by giving them the comfort, care, and resources that they need when it comes to their health,” said Khadro, a recipient of The Denver Foundation Community Scholarship. Khadro is turning this dream into a reality with support from The Denver Foundation| 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
We are extremely fortunate to have so many talented people on our staff who share their gifts with the world. As we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month we wanted to highlight some of the folks who make The Denver Foundation a beautiful and interesting place to be a part| 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
When Carrie and Alonzo first heard about Family Tree, both had just lost their jobs. Carrie was dealing with illness and lost her insurance when she lost her job. This was devastating for their family. Her illness would require annual surgeries, and she questioned how they were going to pay for all those procedures. [...]Read More... from Family Tree tackles housing instability by focusing on several major issues that cause homelessness| 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