Donors & Giving

Donors & Giving

Smart disaster giving can offer predictability to the unpredictable 

Rarely does a month go by without the news of another disaster or humanitarian tragedy. Most recently, the fires, hurricanes, floods, and war are making the headlines and also generating widespread charitable support. Many individuals and families are no doubt supporting relief efforts through monetary donations. Local community foundations in affected regions are an excellent

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A woman on a video call with multiple members of her family
Donors & Giving, Family Philanthropy

Bridging the gaps in multi-generational family philanthropy

Differing views within families is nothing new, with topics of disagreement historically including popular culture, politics, religion and parenting, to name a few. Frequently outranking all is money – and how it’s made, invested, spent or saved. Realities of longer lifespans – resulting in up to four generations living simultaneously – and greater willingness to

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Fred Glick and RedLine Contemporary Art Center Executive Director Louise Martorano
Donors & Giving, Nonprofits & Grants

The Art of Collaboration: Donor and nonprofit partnerships

For Fred Glick, supporting the arts ecosystem in Greater Denver has always been a natural fit. With a background in theater design and production, Fred has carved out his own philanthropic niche in the arts including a robust, collaborative relationship with RedLine Contemporary Art Center.  Founded in 2008, RedLine is a Denver nonprofit dedicated to

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A man of color holds a cutout paper heart over his chest
Donors & Giving, Philanthropic Services

Charitable giving in a challenging economy

Earlier this year, Bankrate and Psych Central released the Money and Mental Health study and, not surprisingly, a large number of people surveyed in the research reported that money has a negative impact on their mental health. Survey results varied across generations: Financial concerns psychologically impact 48 percent of Millennials, 46 percent of Generation X,

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The new Roots and Branches Foundation cohort
Donors & Giving, Roots & Branches Foundation

Roots & Branches Foundation Welcomes New Cohort

Since 2007, Roots & Branches Foundation has brought together community-minded Jewish young adults to learn and give together and make a difference in the Greater Denver community. Roots & Branches, an initiative of Rose Community Foundation, engages members in a collaborative eight-month program where they explore Jewish values, learn about community issues and put the

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An honoree from the Live On celebration
Donors & Giving, Initiatives & Special Programs

Celebrating Live On | LIFE & LEGACY®

In 2018, Rose Community Foundation partnered with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation to create Live On | LIFE & LEGACY®, an initiative to help Jewish organizations establish and grow their endowments and foster a culture of philanthropy throughout the Jewish community. The program utilized the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s national curriculum and built on Rose Community Foundation’s

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