Black History Month begins today!
What started as a week, is now a month-long acknowledgment of what African Americans have contributed to the fabric of this country. While we celebrate the achievements that add to…
The Denver Foundation welcomes Margaret Danuser as new Chief Financial Officer
The Denver Foundation is pleased to announce that Margaret Danuser will join The Denver Foundation as Chief Financial Officer in February 2024. “We’re thrilled to have Margaret joining our team,”…
The Denver Foundation welcomes new trustees, officers in 2024
We are thrilled to welcome four new members to the board of trustees and a new slate of officers. These leaders bring diverse skills to our board. They are community…
Generations of Giving – Transforming lives as a family
We interviewed Claire and she shared some insights into the world of multi-generational giving. Family philanthropy is a special way to make a collective impact. There are many ways we…
What’s your plan? – Expertise very few foundations can offer
Whether you have a complex financial situation or simply have retirement accounts, everyone can prepare for a significant and lasting impact after their lifetime. Our fundholders have a unique advantage…
The Denver Foundation is running the fund for one of the mayor’s biggest housing initiatives
More than 1,400 people in Denver are unsheltered and living outdoors, according to the 2023 Point in Time count. A nearly 300% increase since 2019 that our new mayor Mike Johnston…
First annual Board Alumni Group happy hour
The first Board Alumni Group happy hour was a night to remember. To all who attended in person or in spirit, the evening was truly special because of the exceptional…
Michelle Adams wins 2023 Philanthropic Leadership Award
The foundation recognizes William Schmidt by renaming this award in his honor The Denver Foundation announced Michelle Adams as the 2023 winner of the newly named William Schmidt Philanthropic Leadership…
Navigating Philanthropy in Colorado from the experts
Giving in strategic ways throughout our lifetime is something all philanthropists aspire to do. Navigating resources to do that well takes skillful Professional Advisors. Last week, The Denver Foundation’s Professional…
November elections are right around the corner, we have you covered!
This November, voters in Colorado will have the opportunity to vote on two ballot measures on state issues. Depending on where they live, they will also vote on several local…