The Denver Foundation

Thanks to everyone who joined us to celebrate 100 years of impact at Raices Brewing Company. This milestone wouldn’t be possible without the community members, nonprofits, civic leaders, board members, staff, and donors who make Denver stronger. A special cheers to Raices Brewing for hosting us and crafting Gratitude, our exclusive centennial beer. https://lnkd.in/giqBN56H Learn more about our upcoming events as we continue to celebrate our 100th anniversary: https://lnkd.in/gWkckWuN

Exciting news! 🎉 Belonging Colorado has awarded $4.5M to 15 organizations dedicated to bridging divides and fostering a stronger, more inclusive community. Read more about their impactful work here.

We’re so proud to be partnering with the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and sponsoring this exhibit as part of our 100th anniversary celebration. We hope you will check it out. Stay tuned for more opportunities throughout the year to join us in celebrating!

Strong communities are built through strong relationships. President and CEO Javier Alberto Soto met with Lake County Community Fund Executive Director John McMurtry, M.A., M.B.A. and other Lake County leaders, hitting the Nordic ski trails to connect, share insights, and better understand regional challenges.

We are proud to support Colorado's first LGBTQ+ giving circle! A giving circle brings people together to pool resources and support causes they care about, making a bigger difference together. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this exciting start. Learn more about this giving circle: https://lnkd.in/gfJmnfuN

Last night I had the opportunity to attend The Denver Foundation's 100th Anniversary celebration Raices Brewing Company! Happy Birthday, Denver Foundation, and thank you (Javier Alberto Soto, Dace West, Lisa Zuniga Ramirez, CFA, FSA, Charmaine Brown, MA, MBA, and the whole team) for your tremendous support of our community through your work with nonprofits, donors, and thought leadership! It also filled my heart with joy to connect with so many community leaders like Angeles Ortega, Rebecca Arno, Steve Shineman, MBA, CFP®, Nick Lopez, and so many more doing great work on issues like food, housing, scholarships, small business development, workforce development, the environment, and youth. Together we CAN make a difference!

Check out our open scholarship opportunities. There are scholarships that support a wide range of paths—whether you're pursuing a degree in social work or are in your final two years of school. See if one of our scholarships is a match for you. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/ei4e2qKy

We’re grateful for the incredible people on our team and their commitment to our community. From supporting nonprofits and donors to ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes, their dedication makes our work possible. We appreciate the moments we get to celebrate together, and thank you to our staff for all you do. #EmployeeAppreciationDay

Emily Griffith served on our original board in 1926. Before joining the board, Griffith opened the Opportunity School in Denver to offer traditional education as well as hands-on training “for all those who wish to learn.” A schoolteacher, school administrator, and reformer, Griffith fought for students to have access to educational resources no matter their race, gender, or age. Emily Griffith Foundation - a long-time partner of The Denver Foundation - carries on Emily Griffith's vision as it continues to support access to education today and for years to come. More than a century later, her legacy lives on. #WomensHistoryMonth

Through our Critical Needs Fund, our most rapid response fund, we are supporting our immigrant neighbors who have come here seeking freedom and opportunity. Last year, The Denver Foundation and our donors gave almost $2 million to ensure effective legal representation and support integration, education, public health, and other critical assistance to our immigrant neighbors. Join us in continuing these efforts. We are stronger when everyone has the opportunity to contribute. https://lnkd.in/gv9XfxV8