2026 Policy Positions
Updated June 10, 2026 As a community foundation, we are proud to provide grants to nonprofits in the community to advance our mission. For 100 years, we have activated this…
The Denver Foundation awards $2.7M in community grants
Pictured above: Groundwork Denver Inc Congratulations to the 70 nonprofit organizations that have been awarded a total of $2.7 million in grants during the 2026 cycle 1 of our Community Grants Program. These incredible organizations work to advance economic opportunity, climate and…
CEDS Finance invests in entrepreneurs who are excluded from traditional financing
Investing in local businesses In 2024, as Denver welcomed a growing number of immigrants, CEDS Finance began conversations with The Denver Foundation about an impact investment to expand CEDS lending…
Advancing climate work through peer learning
Photo: Site visit with Cultivando. In honor of Earth Day, The Denver Foundation hosted peers from across the country in the culmination of our Community Foundation Climate Collaborative (CFCC) peer…
Pedaling toward purpose
It's possible that the best way to experience community impact may be from the seat of a bicycle. The Denver Foundation welcomed several community members for a bike tour through the East Colfax and Northwest Aurora corridor. It’s always great to get in a ride,…
How policy advocacy helped deliver more than $13M in grants for housing, transit projects
In 2024, we supported a bill (HB24-1313) requiring local governments to plan for and increase housing capacity and affordability near transit‑oriented areas, with funding tied to meeting those goals. Through…
Community response during SNAP freeze
Pictured above: Southwest Food Coalition On October 31, 2025, Mayor Mike Johnston announced the launch of a "food assistance task force" to prepare for the surge in need as the…
The Denver Foundation awards $387,500 to 18 organizations working on policy change
Pictured above: Conservation Colorado Education Fund, Civic Fabric Fund grantee. In 2025, The Denver Foundation awarded $387,500 to 18 organizations working to accelerate policy change at the local and state…
Reisher Scholars Program launches at CU Boulder with $4.2 million in scholarships
Unique program supports Coloradan students after their first year Jan. 12, 2026 - The University of Colorado Boulder will have $4.2 million available in Reisher Scholarships thanks to a partnership…
2025: A record-setting year, major milestone, and more
2025 was marked by major milestones, record-breaking grantmaking, and exceptional generosity. Not to mention the celebration of a century. Together, The Denver Foundation and our partners… 1 …gave back in…
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