The Denver Foundation 2025 Ballot Guide
Updated November 6, 2025 This November, voters will make decisions on issues at the state and local levels. Some jurisdictions will host elections for voters to decide who represents them…
Support the victims of Hurricane Melissa
Hurricane Melissa devastated the Caribbean, including Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic, killing at least 30 people. It was one of the most powerful storms in more than 150…
End of Year Giving and Grantmaking- Critical Dates and Deadlines
As we approach the end of 2025, many of our generous partners wish to make gifts and grants before the year ends. We are committed to meeting the goals and…
2025 Annual Investment Meeting
Pictured above: Fundholder attending the 2025 Annual Investment Meeting. Photo credit: Amanda Tipton Long-term, global diversification, alternative investments, and cost awareness—these are the principles that guide our investment strategy at…
Join us in supporting public media
We are witnessing unprecedented attacks on the cornerstones of our civil society: higher education, the judiciary and the legal profession, and journalism, including public media. A robust civil society is…
Supporting our immigrant neighbors in 2025
Pictured above: Movimiento Poder, photo provided by Armando Geneyro Recently, we activated our Critical Needs Fund—our most rapid response fund—to address the looming crisis impacting our immigrant neighbors who have…
Meet Miranda K. Hawkins – Professional Advisors Council Chair
Miranda K. Hawkins is a partner with Hawkins Gordon law firm, where she specializes in estate planning, charitable planning, and trust and estate administration. Miranda is also the current chair…
Supporting our immigrant neighbors in 2024
Pictured above: Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network The diversity and unique perspectives of the people in our community are what make Colorado such a special place to live. This means…
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…
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…