Celebrating Earth Day 2022
Each year EARTHDAY.ORG, the global organizer for Earth Day, sets a theme and intention. This year’s theme, “Invest in Our Planet,” calls for action from individuals, governments, and businesses to…
Keeping Kids Inspired: How Celebrate the Beat Continues to Adapt
It’s March 2020. Heather Kratz, Associate Artistic Director of Celebrate the Beat (CTB), was teaching at Harris Park Elementary School. The energy was like that of a dream. Whispers between…
The Denver Foundation welcomes new team members
The Denver Foundation continues to grow an exceptional team that reflects our mission, vision, values, and purpose. We are delighted to welcome five committed professionals whose work will enhance the…
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…
Celebrating Women’s Giving Circles
In August of 2020, Holly Baier gathered with a group of friends for an outdoor birthday picnic and, as is her tradition, started brainstorming ideas for a bucket list for…
Denver’s Montbello Community: Small Seeds Can Grow Into Large Trees
We're all familiar with the tale about the small seed that is planted and grows into the flourishing tree. Indeed it is an inspiring and miraculous process, whereby a tiny…
Takeaways from the Leading & Learning Events Series: Focus on Environment & Climate
In February, The Denver Foundation hosted an in-depth and informative conversation about the state of the Environment and Climate in Metro Denver presented in partnership with the Environmental Affinity Group…
Philanthropy and Succession
Many of your clients are successful business owners/creators who will, at some point, need to develop a succession plan. If a client indicates some charitable intent during the early stages…
Ways to Support the People of Ukraine
Wondering how to help the people of Ukraine? The Denver Foundation will continually update this list of organizations that are providing a range of services, from medical aid and support…
Paying It Forward: How Brandfolder Deepened Its Giving and Diversity
Local tech company Brandfolder turned an acquisition into a chance to deepen its giving and build diversity in the tech field. In 2020, collaboration software company Smartsheet paid $155 million…