Built by donors, the Critical Needs Fund is there when it matters most
Hunger, homelessness, and economic insecurity. A global pandemic, a wildfire, a war. Sometimes deeply entrenched problems and events in our world call for extraordinary measures. Built over time by generous…
The Poets Project at Casa Grande
After a pandemic delay, we celebrate the cultural, literary, and community contributions of nine Colorado poets. This National Poetry Month, we revisit The Poets Project at Casa Grande, a collection…
Life & Legacy: The Richard & Seymour Male Social Change Fund
When Richard Male turned 76 on July 26, his family presented him with a special surprise: In honor of his life and deep legacy as an activist, educator, mentor, and…
Denver Foundation Welcomes New Trustees, Chair, Officers
The Denver Foundation begins 2021 with an infusion of new energy, talent, and expertise, welcoming six new members to its Board of Trustees and a new slate of officers. These…
Hispanic Heritage Month Donor Profile: The Salazar Family
This article was orginally published in the Winter 2020 edition of The Denver Foundation's donor newsletter, Noteworthy, published in February 2020. Hispanic Heritage Month is an annual celebration of the…
Resilience, Recovery, and Generosity: Celebrating Black Philanthropy Month and the Black Resilience in Colorado Initiative
This story appears in the August 2020 edition of the Denver Urban Spectrum. Like so many things in this unusual, difficult year, Black Philanthropy Month carries a special weight in…
The house that love built: inside the Zink Family’s home
The Zink Family designed a home to meet their family’s unique needs. Through their giving, they help meet the needs of a special community. Lee and Kiera Zink knew the…