Team Role: Staff

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Javier Alberto Soto

Javier Alberto Soto is the President and CEO of The Denver Foundation. Before joining The Denver Foundation in October 2019, Javier spent 10 years as President and CEO of The…
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Adelita Aguirre

As Associate Scholarships Officer, Adelita stewards a portfolio of designated scholarships and some custom scholarships at The Denver Foundation. Adelita graduated from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs with a…
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Naomi Amaha

Come to Naomi to discuss legislative processes, policy and advocacy, her deep knowledge of the Denver community, and to find out what is happening in Metro Denver!   Naomi Amaha…
Erin Atwell

Erin Atwell

Erin is the Director of Gifts & Grants for the Finance & Accounting department at The Denver Foundation. She leads the team focused on tracking the generous donations that come…
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Charmaine Brown

Charmaine Brown, Chief of Staff, is the primary liaison for the foundation’s Board of Trustees and supports organizational and department planning and processes that lead to overall organizational excellence. Charmaine…
Mark Carruthers

Mark Carruthers

Mark recently came to The Denver Foundation with 25 years of experience as an accountant in the for-profit world. He is excited to bring that experience to foundation to help…
Courtney Clapp

Courtney Clapp

As treasury manager of The Denver Foundation, Courtney is responsible for operational oversight of the foundation's investment and treasury accounts and processes. She supports the Accounting and Finance teams to…
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Zach Clapper

Come to Zach if you want to chat about nonprofit endowments and why they are essential! As the Director of Engaged Philanthropy, Zach works directly with individuals, businesses, and nonprofits…
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Dedie Cornett

Come to Dedie to talk about gift acknowledgments. Lichelle (Dedie) Cornett is the Gift Administration Associate for the Finance & Administration Department at The Denver Foundation. Her major responsibilities are…
Jack Czarniecki

Jack Czarniecki

Come to Jack to discuss scholarship grantmaking best practices and the impact scholarships can make in Colorado! As Senior Scholarships Officer, Jack focuses on the day-to-day operations of the statewide…