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The mission of The Denver Foundation is to inspire people and mobilize resources to strengthen our community. Since 1925, The Denver Foundation has helped generous people like you to be catalysts for good by building charitable legacies.
Election results are in! All seven measures we supported passed, including the Vibrand Denver Bond and Adams County measure to support funding for Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
Thanks to our nonprofit and community partners for your work to help keep voters informed across the various ballot measures.
Tomorrow is Election Day!
Ballots are due by 7 p.m. on Tues., Nov. 4th. Drop your ballot off at a ballot drop box or in person at a polling center.
Find locations nearest you: denvergov.org/Government/A...
Check out our ballot guide to learn about the different issues
Join us by volunteering or donating. Find food pantries or organizations in your local neighborhood or community across Colorado.
If you're a fundholder with us and need help finding a local pantry, please reach out to your relationship manager or our team at denverfoundation.org/about/contac...
Food banks across Colorado are preparing for an unprecedented surge in need as the federal government shutdown continues.
We’re giving to @foodbankrockies.bsky.social so families still have meals on their tables and our community gets the food they need.
Our team visited Park Hill Park with Denver Park Trust, an agency fundholder and grantee.
Park Hill Park is set to be Denver’s 4th largest park with a unique opportunity to shape Denver’s landscape and support the health and environment of our community.
Grateful to have been a part of #ComNet25. Our team shared the stage with leaders engaging in conversations about:
➡️ Positive and accurate narratives about immigration
➡️ Bridging differences and building connections in local communities
➡️ Cornerstone activities to celebrate a milestone anniversary
Election day is Nov. 4. Are you familiar with the state and local issues that will be on the ballot?
Check out our ballot guide:
➡️ Learn what measures we’re supporting and why, including Ballot Issues 2A-2E: Vibrant Denver Bond
➡️ Find general election resources and additional ballot guides
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston talked about the Vibrant Denver bond package at an event that we co-hosted with @axios.com Denver and the University of Denver.
Read more about what he shared, along with voices from the other side: www.axios.com/local/denver...
Do you know what’s on Denver’s November ballot? Join Korbel's @scrivnerinstitute.bsky.social, @axios.com Denver & @tdfcommunity.bsky.social for a deep-dive event on the Vibrant Denver bond package & other measures with Denver Mayor Mike Johnston. Register today!
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We’re proud to be a part of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Colorado Green Business Network! This year, we advanced from bronze to silver-level recognition for our ongoing sustainability efforts.
Grateful to our Green Team for driving this progress forward.
We're proud to sponsor an event with @axios.com Denver to discuss the 2025 ballot and the city’s proposed bond package.
Learn what’s at stake for Denver — from infrastructure and public safety to schools and neighborhood investment.
RSVP now: axiosnewsmakersdenver2025.splashthat.com
Our team took a day to reflect on the past year and plan for how we can continue to support our community, donors, and nonprofit partners in the next year.
We're grateful to our team for making this staff retreat possible, and for the care and intentionality they bring to the work every day.
We're devastated about the tragic shooting at Evergreen High School, and are holding the students, families & community in our hearts.
Through our Critical Needs Fund, we're contributing to the @coloradogives.bsky.social Colorado Healing Fund to support the Evergreen community. We stand with you.
Center for Community Wealth, a recipient of our Community Grants Program, is stepping into an exciting new chapter!
We were thrilled to celebrate this announcement with them and can’t wait to see how their work will continue to advance economic opportunities in Metro Denver and Colorado.
Over our 100-year history, Black philanthropy has shaped and strengthened our story—explore our timeline to see the movements and change they’ve driven. #BlackPhilanthropyMonth
denverfoundation.org/100th/
Khadro knew she wanted to become a pediatric surgeon, but as the first in her family to go to college, she knew she’d have to navigate a lot on her own.
She’s now studying biology at CSU with support from The Denver Foundation Community Scholarship, a scholarship for first-generation students.
We're devastated to see wildfires spreading through our communities again in CO. Our hearts are with those impacted by the Rio Blanco County wildfires.
Through our Critical Needs Fund, we're contributing to the Yampa Valley Disaster Recovery Fund to support the communities affected. Join us.
Great story on how TEENS, Inc. is using the outdoors to bridge the divide between urban and rural youth.
TEENS is one of 15 organizations in a cohort supported by Belonging Colorado, a special fund at The Denver Foundation.
Thank you to our donors, nonprofit partners, government leaders, and community members who joined us for our Climate Collaboration event.
We’re so grateful to everyone engaging in these conversations and carrying this work forward.
Reach out to learn about how we support climate work.
Our staff had the opportunity to volunteer at @foodbankrockies.bsky.social, a nonprofit that’s been providing meals throughout our community since 1978.
The care and coordination that happens behind the scenes to get upwards of 185,000 meals out the door daily is inspiring.
There's still time to apply for our Community Grants Program. Submit your application by Friday, Aug. 1.
Learn more and apply: denverfoundation.org/funding-oppo...
See other open grant opportunities: denverfoundation.org/funding-oppo...
Strengthening Neighborhoods started as a pilot program in 1996 in response to community input on the need to invest in neighborhood and community groups. Today, the program has awarded more than $9.6 million to 1,100+ grantees.
Read the story of how listening changed everything.
Congress has voted to rescind previously allocated federal funding to public and nonprofit media, including @npr.org, Rocky Mountain PBS, PBS12.
We remain committed to supporting these critical pillars in our communities. They keep us informed, connected, and safe, especially during emergencies.
Nonprofits are facing growing challenges due to federal funding cuts and ongoing uncertainty, threatening essential programs and services. We asked our partners how we can support them now.
In response, here are 7 ways we are stepping up to fill critical gaps: denverfoundation.org/2025/07/meet...
"Make bold bets on state and local government climate action."
Our community identified environment and climate work as a top priority, which is why it's a core part of our strategic framework.
Thanks @insidephilanthropy.com for sharing this piece: www.insidephilanthropy.com/home/its-tim...
@naomiamaha02.bsky.social, our director of policy & government affairs, spoke on a national panel discussing philanthropy's role in supporting civic engagement.
Civic engagement is a core part of our grantmaking, policy, and advocacy work, and we’re grateful to be a part of these conversations.
Check out our open grant opportunities, including our Community Grants Program.
These grants are made possible by generous donors who support various causes, from preserving museum artifacts to advancing research for people with developmental disabilities.
denverfoundation.org/funding-oppo...
Our hearts are with those impacted by the devastating flash floods in Texas, and the concerned family and friends across the nation.
Here are some of the local community foundations and other nonprofits supporting ongoing rescue and recovery efforts.
We’re grateful for our team members who help create a culture where people can feel seen and valued.
Our team came together to celebrate #Pride and show support for our LGBTQ+ community. Every day, we’re committed to advancing equity and inclusion. Happy Pride 🏳️🌈
Last week, members from across our giving circles came together to connect and learn about each other’s work.
We’re grateful for how these groups support our community, and for everyone who showed up to share their insights and experiences.
Photo courtesy: Armando Geneyro
