The Park People: Building resilient neighborhoods through rooted connections
Danielle Helm lives on a bustling street in Denver's Barnum neighborhood. It’s a long, sun-drenched stretch that offers no shade to the many who rely on its busy bus line.…
The Denver Foundation’s evolving priorities: youth well-being
Every year, we revisit our strategic framework and see how things are going. Four years into implementation, we decided to make some changes. As a learning organization, it is important…
The Denver Foundation awards $2.5 million in community grants
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…
Groundwork Denver: Local youth and community leading the way for environmental change
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…
Hermanas supporting hermanas: 10 years of collaborative giving in Denver with LatinasGive!
Updated October 21, 2024 | Disponible en español abajo LatinasGive! has awarded $51,000 in grants to 19 nonprofit organizations across Metro Denver. Along with celebrating its 10th anniversary, the giving…
The Denver Foundation, Axios Denver, and Next50 host ballot measure event
This month, we co-hosted a ballot measure education event with Axios Denver and Next50 Foundation. This event was a fantastic way for those interested in the major issues impacting the…
GRID Alternatives: Increasing Access and Skills in Renewable Energy
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’…
End of Year Giving and Grantmaking- Critical Dates and Deadlines
As we approach the end of 2024, many of our generous partners wish to make gifts and grants before the year ends. We are committed to meeting the goals and…
Commún: Building belonging and resilience in Southwest Denver
Pictured above (left to right): Margaret Brugger, co-founder of Commún; Aleshay, Commún community member; and Andrea Savage, co-founder of Commún. In 2018, when Westside Investment Partners bought the Loretto Heights…
Western Resource Advocates: Shaping climate policy in the west
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…
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