what we
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Together, we turn ideas into action
Collaboration drives everything we do. From defining our funding priorities to evaluating and measuring impact, we listen to and learn from communities to focus, guide, and improve our approach to address mental health and substance misuse needs.
Alternatives to Jail
Trusted support, connections, opportunities, and care for people on the continuum of legal system involvement, from prevention, to care within the system, to preventing re-entry.
Community-Centered Solutions
Community-based care that reflects and values the unique cultures and needs of Denverites and fosters local connections.
Youth
Care that addresses, supports, and creates trusted connections for our community’s youth and their allies—to reduce crisis, increase hope, and create opportunities to thrive.
Innovative Solutions
Creating a stronger, more accessible mental health system in Denver that grows and adapts to meet people’s needs.
Transforming Denver’s Care Systems
Across our funding priorities, we invest in organizations and ideas that increase:
Inclusive Access
Care that resonates, in places that feel comfortable, at times that work.
Attention to Fit
Being understood, respected, and connected to those providing care.
Care Over Time
Consistent, flexible care options throughout the healing journey.
We measure what matters
Community expertise and experience are core to addressing mental health and substance misuse in Denver. We’re learning from communities, grantees, and public data, and have built a Shared Impact Plan that guides our work together.
If you or someone you know is in crisis...
Please reach out for free, confidential, professional, 24/7 support:
- Colorado Crisis Line – (844) 493-TALK (8255) or by texting TALK to 38255
- Crisis Text Line – Text DENVER to 741741 to reach a trained volunteer Crisis Counselor for free 24/7 confidential help in English or Spanish.
If you are looking for community resources, United Way’s 2-1-1 Help Center is available for calls, live chats, texts, or database search. Dial 2-1-1, or text your zip code to 898-211. Live chat or database search is available at http://211.org.