Federal food assistance programs in the United States began in 1939 to bridge the gap between unmarketable food surpluses and widespread hunger and need caused by unemployment from the Great Depression. They have undergone many policy and legislative changes over the decades, evolving into the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in 2008, with additional changes […]
Supporting Food Security in Colorado Read Post »
As the federal budget bill moves to the U.S. Senate for evaluation and debate, communities across Colorado are closely watching next steps. Cuts to several federal programs that support our communities are in the current bill, and one of particular concern is an $880 billion proposed cut to Medicaid funding nationwide, which could affect as
Six Foundation CEOs Highlight the Value of Medicaid for ALL Coloradans Read Post »
In the summer of 2024, Rose Community Foundation awarded $591,500 to 23 organizations dedicated to fostering strong and inclusive civic engagement in the Greater Denver region. These grants support nonprofits and programs that engage diverse communities and equip historically under-reached populations to participate in policy and electoral processes on local issues. Each of these organizations
Empowering Change: The Impact of Civic Engagement Read Post »
As a community foundation, we are proud to use our voice to weigh in on systems and policies that impact the Greater Denver region. Rose Community Foundation endorsed nine pieces of legislation that were introduced during the 2023 state legislative session; each bill passed through the legislature and is on its way to becoming law,
2023 State Legislative Session Roundup Read Post »
Property is a primary way that individuals and families pass down wealth, but communities of color have been disproportionately impacted by involuntary land loss through ostensibly “legal” avenues, such as eminent domain, Presidential Executive Order and Heirs’ Property. In January 2023, Rose Community Foundation hosted a presentation on historic property loss and planned giving where
Historic Property Loss and Planned Giving: A Q&A With Ty Nagamatsu Read Post »
If you are dreading pulling together receipts and other documents for 2022 tax filings, this may be the perfect time to take proactive steps to get organized for next year. When it comes to charitable giving, managing your giving through Rose Community Foundation can make your life easier. Establishing a fund at the Foundation is
It’s not too early for financial spring cleaning Read Post »
Rose Community Foundation has endorsed 10 bills that have been or will soon be introduced during Colorado’s 2023 state legislative session, and we look forward to advocating for their passage. VIEW OUR 2023 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA Our positions are grounded in the Foundation’s values and policy priorities, and they are informed by our grantee and community
Our Initial 2023 State Legislative Endorsements Read Post »
UPDATE May 9, 2023: In early May, Denver started experiencing an influx of migrant arrivals that exceeds the levels the city has seen since early 2023, with approximately 200 people arriving per day (after 30-40 people on average in the previous months). Thank you to the many donors who have contributed to the Newcomers Fund.
Newcomers Fund to Support Incoming Migrant Population Read Post »
[content_wrapper] If you are seeking community or want to show your support for the Club Q victims and Colorado’s LGBTQ+ community: One Colorado and the Interfaith Alliance of Colorado will host a vigil on November 21 at 7 p.m. at ReelWorks Denver. All are welcome. If you want to join Rose Community Foundation in
Supporting Club Q victims and Colorado’s LGBTQ+ community Read Post »
While approximately 63 percent of young people in Colorado, ages 18-29, voted in the 2020 presidential election, youth participation in mid-term and off-year elections continues to lag behind other age groups. In Colorado’s 2022 primary election, only 4.3 percent of the ballots cast were from Coloradans age 24 or younger. Barriers such as inadequate voter
Organizations strive to increase youth voter engagement Read Post »
