We invest in the power of community

Founded and funded by and for Denver, we turn our community’s desire to help into action to address Denver’s mental health and substance misuse needs.

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Caring for Denver Foundation grants $1.7 million to local organizations that support BIPOC maternal mental health

Jul 3, 2024

With Mental Health Awareness Month and Mother’s Day co-occurring in May, the topic of maternal mental health is top of mind. Maternal mental health refers to the health of the birther during pregnancy and up to two years after giving birth. During this time, pregnant...

Bold Journey: Meet Lorez Meinhold

Jul 2, 2024

Bold Journey July 2, 2024 We recently connected with Lorez Meinhold and have shared our conversation below. Lorez, we’re thrilled to have you on our platform and we think there is so much folks can learn from you and your story. Something that matters deeply to us is...

Denver, CO: Community Response Model

Jun 25, 2024

This case study is part of the Reimagining Public Safety Impact Updates Resource, which highlights successful programs in cities, towns and villages across the country. View the Reimagining Public Safety Initiative to learn more about NLC’s work in...

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What we accomplished in 2024

Without you there is no us. Since 2019, we’ve funded organizations that serve every City Council District and neighborhood in Denver to transform mental health and substance misuse care.