What we’re proud of in 2024
Pictured above: The Denver Foundation staff at the launch event of Belonging Colorado, a special fund at The Denver Foundation. We know we can’t do the work that we do…
The Denver Foundation welcomes new trustees in 2025
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…
Creating pathways for others to thrive
Pictured above: Dr. Brenda J. Allen. Photo courtesy: Armando Geneyro. As the former Vice Chancellor for Diversity and Inclusion at the University of Colorado Denver and the Anschutz Medical Campus,…
Adapting to meet the needs of young families
How a donor’s passion for childhood care and education transformed into lasting impact, supporting Florence Crittenton in addressing the needs of today and for generations to come.
Shifting philanthropy through trust and community leadership
Strengthening Neighborhoods launched in 1997, with its first grant to Cultivando, setting the stage for decades of grassroots impact.
Centennial Celebration
The Denver Foundation’s 100th anniversary in 2025 marks more than just the passage of time. It symbolizes the strength, resilience, and unity of our community.
Legacy in action: FirstBank’s commitment to tomorrow’s leaders
Photo courtesy: Metropolitan State University of Denver Since 1963, FirstBank has been guided by its “banking for good” mission of ‘doing what’s right’ for customers, communities, and employees. As a…
Welcome to new Advisory Committee for Community Impact members
Pictured above, photo courtesy of Armando Geneyro: The Park People, 2024 Community Grants Program grantee. A select group of ACCI members participates in the grant review process for our Community…
Expert Aquanetta Betts speaks at the 2024 fall workshop for professional advisors
Professional advisors are valuable partners in giving. Every year, we offer an opportunity to bring them together with foundation staff and experts to learn more about philanthropy and how we…
Latinos Impacting our Future Together (L.I.F.T.) has awarded $30,000 in grants
Disponible en español abajo Latinos Impacting our Future Together (L.I.F.T.) has awarded $30,000 in grants to 15 nonprofit organizations across Metro Denver and statewide. L.I.F.T. is a group of men…