How estate planning can build a charitable legacy
It can be comforting to know that, through estate planning, the assets you leave behind will be distributed according to your wishes, and that your legacy will match your intent.…
The Denver Foundation supports environmental efforts amid new Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling in West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency will make it harder for federal agencies to regulate emissions that contribute to global warming. This decision has…
Denver Extends Nationally Recognized Supportive Housing Program
republished from denvergov.org Program leverages $11.75 million from private investors and up to $6.3 million in U.S. Treasury funding to reduce homelessness and increase housing stability while reducing taxpayer expenses…
A Home for Philanthropy
For many donors, gifts of real estate unlock a lifetime of strategic giving. Mike and Carrie wanted to do something purposeful with their Austin condo. They initially purchased the…
Rising Up
The Black Resilience in Colorado Fund makes a big impact in its first two years. As Colorado’s first Black-focused community fund, the Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund supports…
How to Help When Disaster Strikes
5 Tips for Effective Disaster Relief Giving Since Russia launched attacks on Ukraine in late February, The Denver Foundation has mobilized to support on-the-ground help for Ukrainians in need. Over…
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…
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…
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…