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Metro Denver

9 to 5 Working Women Education Fund-Colorado
303-628-0925
We work to improve the workplace for women and strengthen the ability of low-wage working women to win economic justice and rights on the job. (5007)

The Adoption Exchange
303-755-4756
We help hundreds of abused, abandoned and neglected Colorado children in need of loving families for adoption. (5051)

Allied Jewish Federation
303-321-3399
We build and sustain Jewish life in Colorado, Israel and around the world. (5139)

American Civil Liberties Union (A.C.L.U.) Foundation of Colorado, Inc.
303-777-2490
We safeguard the Constitutional civil rights and civil liberties of all Coloradans through public education, advocacy, and legal help when those rights are violated. (5002)

American Friends Service Committee Colorado(AFSC)
303-623-3464
We promote social justice, organize citizens in support of immigrant rights and organize youth to oppose the poverty draft and militarization of our culture. (5003)

Art Students League of Denver
303-778-6990
We provide an enriching and creative environment for artistic expression through dialogue, instruction, and active learning.  (5159)

The Association for Senior Citizens
303-455-9642
We help low-income seniors with emergency financial assistance, information and referrals, food bank, “Friendly Visitor” program, warm clothing, and an independent shared-living facility. (5005)

Beacon Center (formerly Court House, Inc.)
303-761-6756
Beacon Center serves at-risk adolescents in residential care and community/home services, including individualized and group treatment, education and family involvement. (5025)

Bicycle Colorado
303-417-1544
Bicycle Colorado teaches bicycle and traffic safety, creates safe routes to school, and ensures Coloradans have fun, safe places to ride. (5107)

Big City Mountaineers
303-271-9200
We address the need to provide meaningful mentoring experiences for urban, under resourced teens through team-mentoring outdoor trips. (5132)

CASA of Adams and Broomfield Counties
303-654-3378
We provide trained community volunteers to be the voice in court for abused and neglected children in the pursuit of safe, permanent homes. (5140)

Cat Care Society
303-239-9680
We shelter cats in a cage-free environment, provide appropriate adoptions and community service programs, including a cat clinic for qualifying low-income owners. (5082)

Center for Work Education and Employment (CWEE)
303-892-8444
We provide programs to help low-income single parents and families develop and expand the skills necessary to succeed in employment and become economically self-sufficient. (5011)

Centro Humanitario Para Los Trabajadores  
303-292-4115
We promote the rights and well-being of day laborers in Denver through education, leadership development, united action and advocacy.

El Centro Su Teatro
303-296-0219
We are a multidisciplinary cultural arts organization that strives to preserve, develop and promote Chicano and Latino art and culture. (5023)

CHARG Resource Center
303-830-8805
We are a community of Denver’s mentally ill citizens, partnering with professionals to run a drop-in center, psychiatric clinic, homeless outreach and public education programs. (5006)

Children’s Outreach Project
303-429-0653
We offer an integrated, quality early childhood and kindergarten education to typical, accelerated, and developmentally delayed children. (5058)

Clinica Tepeyac
303-583-0148
We are a community-based health clinic providing basic medical and prevention education to uninsured Latinos while encouraging youth to pursue futures in health careers. (5097)

Colorado Anti-Violence Program
303-839-5204
We work to eliminate violence within and against the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community and ensure quality services are provided to the survivors of violence. (5141)

Colorado CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)
303-623-5380
Colorado CASA serves abused and neglected children through training and support to expand and develop local CASA programs across Colorado. (5134)

Colorado Consumer Health Initiative
1536 Wynkoop St., Ste. 101, Denver, CO 80202
303-839-1261
We work to influence and shape effective health care policy to ensure barrier-free access to quality health care for all Coloradans. (5167)

Colorado Environmental Coalition
303-534-7066
We are a statewide conservation organization of 3,400 individuals and 85 groups, committed to preserving and protecting Colorado’s environment and quality of life. (5008)

Colorado HAWKS (Hard At Work Kids)
303-341-7325
We provide and foster the discipline necessary for at-risk, disadvantaged youth to achieve a college education through sports scholarships. (5142)

Colorado Jobs with Justice
303-806-0818
We are a coalition of labor unions and community groups and religious organizations that take collective action to advance the rights of working people in Colorado. (5074)

Colorado Mountain Club
710 10th St., #200, Golden, CO  80401
303-279-3080
We are devoted to connecting those who love, study or seek recreation in the Colorado Rockies. (5168)

Colorado Open Lands
303-988-2373
A land conservation organization instrumental in protecting over 181,000 acres, including natural areas, working farms and ranches, wetlands and river corridors across Colorado. (5016)

Colorado Preservation, Inc.
303-893-4260
We preserve, protect and promote Colorado’s Heritage and historic places through advocacy, education and technical assistance to Colorado citizens, organizations and communities. (5126)

Colorado Public Radio
303-871-9191
Serves as an educational and cultural resource for Colorado by broadcasting both in-depth news and classical music 24-hours per day across the state.
(5143)

Colorado Wildlife Federation
303-987-0400
We promote the conservation, sound management and sustainable use of Colorado’s wildlife and wildlife habitat through education and advocacy. (5083)

Colorado Wildlife Heritage Foundation
303-291-7212
Colorado’s wildlife foundation since 1989, working to ensure a wildlife legacy for Colorado today, tomorrow by securing and managing funds for wildlife projects. (5010)

Colorado Youth Corps Association
303-863-0600
CYCA supports youth conservation corps programs that engage youth throughout the state in conservation service projects to protect and enhance Colorado’s natural resources. (5152)

Colorado Youth at Risk
303-623-9140
We provide mentoring and drop-out prevention programs for youth at risk of academic failure, serving students 9th-12th grade. (5109)

CoLours TV (Black Star Communications)
303-331-339
Focusing on America's culturally diverse audience, CoLours TV inspires and educates viewers by providing community-based and national programs addressing social issues. (5124)

Community Resources, Inc.
303-782-0975
We work with community volunteers to provide thousands of classroom programs, family involvement events, mentorships and special events for at-risk students in Denver. (5017)

The Delores Project
720-218-5466
We provide a safe, comfortable, overnight shelter to homeless women, emphasizing hospitality, respect and regard for the dignity of each guest. (5163)

The Denver Hospice (formerly Hospice of Metro Denver)
303-321-2828
We provide compassionate, specialized comfort care to terminally ill individuals, their families and loved ones throughout the Denver metropolitan region. (5061)

Denver International Program
303-871-4487
We build understanding among people and nations through cross-cultural exchange, professional development, and internships supporting service agencies in the Denver area. (5088)

Denver SCORES
303-832-5879
We are a recreationally-linked education program, dedicated to translating the values of leadership, teamwork and communication to at-risk youth through creative writing and soccer. (5164)

Denver Urban Ministries (DenUM)
303-355-4896
We provide emergency services for those experiencing crisis, help people achieve economic self-reliance through the Job Center, and offer urban volunteer experiences for groups and individuals. (5018)

DenverWorks, Inc.
303-433-0300
We equip the unemployed and low-income of Denver with job preparation, placements and life-skills training and assist their placement into full-time, permanent, career-based jobs. (5125)

Diana Price-Fish Cancer Foundation
303-639-9110
We are devoted to helping adult cancer patients and their families enjoy life by providing access to participation in enjoyable activities of their choice.(5089)

Doctors Care
303-730-1313
We provide health care for children and adults residing in South Metro Denver who cannot pay the full cost of their medical care. (5077)

Domestic Violence Initiative for Women with Disabilities (DVI)
303-839-5510
We assist women with disabilities who have experienced domestic violence by providing referrals, peer support, education and advocacy. (5021)

EarthLinks
303-389-0085
We connect homeless individuals, shelter residents, women at risk, and inner-city students with nature, providing experiential Earth education, respite from struggles, and initiative toward life changes. (5045)

The Empowerment Program, Inc.
303-320-1989
We provide health, education, housing and employment services to women who are homeless, work as prostitutes, have a mental illness and/or live with AIDS. (5024)

Environmental Learning for Kids (ELK)
303-371-8658
We are a community-based organization dedicated to providing science and natural resource education, mentoring and stewardship programs to low-income, culturally diverse youth and families. (5144)

Family Star
303-477-7827
Family Star Montessori provides childcare and education for kids 0-6. We offer dual language for Head Start and Fee-based programs encouraging community diversity. (5145)

Front Range Earth Force
303-433-0016
We work with teachers to empower student leaders to solve real issues in their schools, communities and the environment. (5111)

The Gathering Place
303-321-4198
We are Denver’s only daytime shelter for women and children, providing emergency services and life-changing long-term programs in a safe and welcoming environment. (5026)

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center of Colorado
303-733-7743
We are Colorado’s primary service agency offering youth support, crisis intervention, health programs, community events, legal and social justice advocacy for GLBT people and people living with HIV and AIDS. (5027)

Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver
303-534-2929
We are a non-profit ecumenical Christian ministry that builds decent and affordable houses in partnership with low-income families and volunteers. (5036)

Harrison Memorial Animal Hospital
303-722-2100
Colorado’s largest full service, nonprofit animal hospital offering affordable veterinary services to pets of disabled, low income pet owners and the general public. (5102)

Invest In Kids
303-839-1808
We partner with communities to improve the health and well-being of young children, particularly those of low-income families. (5146)

Jefferson County Library Foundation
303-275-2240 / 303-275-2202 fax 
We assist libraries by funding children and adult literacy programs with special outreach to low-income children in order to inspire a lifetime of learning. (5136)

Judi's House
720-941-0331
We help children and families who are grieving the death of a loved one find hope and healing within themselves. (5165)

KBDI Channel 12 PBS
303-296-1212
KBDI Channel 12 is a multi-media, public communications organization serving the Colorado Front Range and beyond. The station provides a unique civic resource with the production of eight weekly public affairs programs. (5154)

KUVO 89.3 , Denver Educational Broadcasting
303-480-9272
We are Denver’s only non-commercial, Hispanic-controlled radio station combining mainstream and Latin jazz, blues and specialty music interspersed with news and information. (5033)

The Kempe Foundation for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Neglect
303-864-5300
Since 1972, we have been protecting and treating children and families in their fight to end child abuse and neglect. (5063)

Little Voice Productions
1731 Emerson St., Denver, CO  80218
303-951-3030
We use the power of the media to bring people, organizations, and communities together to work for positive social change. (5169)

Minority Enterprise & Educational Development, Inc.
303-296-2969
We provide scholarships for minority and disadvantaged students in Denver public middle schools and provide opportunities for their parents to attend partner community colleges. (5113)

NARAL Pro-Choice Colorado Foundation
303-394-1973 
We support and protect as a fundamental freedom, a woman's right to make reproductive choices through the conduct of education, training and public policy initiatives. (5056)

Native American Multi-Cultural Education School, Inc. (NAMES)
303-934-8086
We are a values-based, community rooted school serving Native American and other struggling disadvantaged minority populations providing adult education and GED preparation changing lives forever. (5114)

New Foundations Nonviolence Center
303-825-2562
We provide the Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) in Colorado neighborhoods and institutions to help curb societal violence and have a visitation program at the Denver County Jail. (5038)

Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays of Denver (PFLAG)
303-573-5861
We promote opportunities for dialogue regarding sexual orientation and gender identity through support, education, and advocacy to create a society respectful of human diversity. (5067)

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains, Inc. (PPRM)
303-321-7526
We focus on preventing unintended pregnancies, sexually transmitted diseases and reproductive cancers, investing in community education, youth development programs and affordable reproductive health care. (5041)

Project Angel Heart
303-830-0202
Our brigade of volunteers helps cook and deliver nutritious meals for homebound people with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-threatening illnesses, free of charge. (5050)


Rebuilding Together Metro Denver
4100 E. Mississippi Denver CO 80222
720-524-0840
We rehabilitate houses of low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly and disabled, so they may continue to live in warmth, safety and independence. (5170)

Rocky Mountain Alleycat Alliance
5785 W. 6th Avenue Lakewood CO 80219
303-202-3516
We are the only local agency specializing in feral cat management, providing non-lethal population control for feral cats in the metro Denver area. (5171)

Rocky Mountain Arts Association
P.O. Box 18251 Denver CO 80218
303-832-3462
We build community through music and our affiliated choruses: Denver Gay Men's Chorus, Out Loud Colorado Springs Men's Chorus and Mosaic Youth Chorus.(5172)

Senior Housing Options
303-595-4464
We provide affordable housing, both independent and assisted-living residences, and support services in a caring environment for seniors and people with disabilities throughout Colorado. (5156)

Stride
303-238-3578
Helps low-income families leave public assistance through vocational counseling, job training, and support services, including affordable housing, emergency loans, and youth services. (5148)

Summer Scholars
303-355-0290
We are a community-based, youth development initiative to promote literacy and academic success among Denver Public Schools’ elementary students in Northeast Denver. (5099)

Table Mountain Animal Center Foundation
303-278-7575
We provide care and shelter to homeless animals, adopt animals into loving homes, reunite lost pets and families, and educate the community on responsible pet ownership. (5128)

Urban Servant Corps
303-894-0076
We provide full-time volunteer staff to community service agencies that work with many of the most disadvantaged and at-risk populations in Denver’s inner city. (5080)

VSA arts for Colorado
303-777-0797
We enrich the lives of people with disabilities by creating and promoting opportunities for disabled persons and their families to actively participate in the arts. (5101)

Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado
303-715-1010
We motivate and engage thousands of volunteers annually in activities to preserve, protect, and enhance Colorado’s treasured parks, trails and open spaces. (5115)

Women’s Bean Project
303-292-1919
Through employment in two off-site businesses, we teach workplace competencies for entry level positions to women of poverty who are chronically unemployed. (5052)

Work Options for Women
720-944-1912
Work Options for Women helps low-income women gain the skills and confidence they need to work their way out of poverty and into self-sufficiency. (5116)

 

 
 
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