Community Leadership

June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact firearm violence has on individuals, families and communities across the country and here in Colorado. While it’s often discussed through the lens of crime or public safety, firearm harm is a broad public health issue — one that affects the health, wellbeing

March 18, 2026 In addition to its grantmaking to policy nonprofits, Rose Community Foundation also aims to create positive community impact by advocating for legislation that improves systems and the lives of people living in Greater Denver and beyond. During the 2026 legislative session, the Foundation is actively supporting six policies that would enhance civic

February 19, 2026 Honoring the fullness of Black history calls us to remember the individuals and families whose hard work and resilience helped shape this country, even when their stories were left out of history books. It is a legacy rooted in strength, endurance and faith. Understanding the past is not simply an act of

Every day, Coloradans make decisions that shape their families, neighborhoods and futures – yet too often, the systems that govern those decisions may feel out of their reach. Civic engagement initiatives and organizations can be a bridge between lived experience and leadership, ensuring community members have a voice in the direction of our region.  And

On Tuesday, November 4, Colorado voters will weigh in on several state and local ballot measures related to public revenue and spending. Even in this odd-numbered election year, Rose Community Foundation maintains consistent engagement with local policy issues. Rooted in our core values and our commitment to building a more just and inclusive Greater Denver,