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 Non-Profit Spotlight
Each year, BHS supports four Colorado-based non-profit organizations to truly be a beacon in the community at large through a one-time donation of $500 each. Around November 20, 2008, BHS attendees voted for the four Colorado-based, non-profit organizations below.
We are delighted to recognize and honor one organization each quarter of 2009. We would like to thank each of you who participated in the selection process.
Congratulations!
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First Quarter, 2009
SafeHouse Denver, Inc.
Since 1977, SafeHouse Denver has been serving victims of domestic violence and their children through both an emergency shelter and a non-residential Counseling and Advocacy Center. All of the women and children who come to SafeHouse Denver have access to a full range of bilingual programming, including individual counseling, group sessions, advocacy and safety planning.
Website: http://www.safehouse-denver.org/
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Second Quarter, 2009
Native American Multi-Cultural Education School (NAMES)
NAMES serves all cultures, yet are the only adult education program in the Denver Metro area that targets Native Americans. They offer a range of adult literacy services from basic reading, writing, arithmetic skills and computer literacy in preparation for the General Education Diploma (GED). They serve all who have a need to improve their education, effectively increase career opportunities and build their leadership potential on their Awalk@ in the world of many cultures.
Website: http://names.indigenousnative.org/ |
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Third Quarter, 2009
Jefferson Action Center
Established in 1968, Jeffco Action Center is a human services non-profit providing a response to basic human needs, promoting pathways to self-sufficiency for Jefferson County, Colorado residents and the homeless. They serve as a haven for hope where people can receive assistance with a 5 day supply of food, clothing for the whole family, necessary household items and medical care.
Website: www.jeffcoac.org |
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Fourth Quarter, 2009
Invest In Kids
Invest in Kids partners with communities to improve the health and well being of Colorado=s children (prenatal to age 5), particularly those with low income families. The first program identified and chosen to advocate throughout Colorado was the Family-Nurse Partnership. They collaborate across numerous social and political organizations to provide services to the people who need them most.
Website: http://www.iik.org/ |
We would like to thank everyone who submitted nonprofit organizations for consideration. The following are the other submissions for 2009. Although they were not selected by BHS this year, you may wish to read the information below and make personal donations to these worthwhile causes.
Developmental Disabilities Resource Center (DDRC)
DDRC provides leading edge services that create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to participate fully in the community. Quality, dignity and choice are the values of DDRC.
Website: www.ddrcco.com
Families of Homicide Victims and Missing Persons, Inc. (FOHVAMP)
FOHVAMP advocates for family members and friends of victims of unsolved murders. They are working in Colorado to find, support and empower family and friends suffering from a loved one's unsolved murder or long-time disappearances.
Website: http://www.unresolvedhomicides.org/
Griffith Centers for Children
Griffith Centers for Children provides troubled children with the environment and opportunities to become healthy, participating and productive members of society. They specialize in providing a full continuum of therapeutic treatment and academic services for boys and girls and families.
Website: www.griffithcenters.org
Kempe Children's Foundation
The Kempe Center provides and improves direct clinical services, improves clinical service delivery systems, and provides training, education and consultation programs to prevent and treat child abuse and neglect in Colorado and throughout the nation. Since children are our most precious resource, we need to do whatever we can to protect them and provide them with every opportunity to grow and flourish in a safe and nurturing environment.
Website: www.kempe.org
Lakewood Legacy
Lakewood Legacy Foundation addresses the immediate and emerging community needs by working cooperatively with other local resources to raise money and grant funding for projects and programs that enhance the well-being of the people of Lakewood, Colorado. As the non-profit arm of the city of Lakewood, the organization provides support to needy organizations such as senior health and fitness programs, youth opportunities programs, Helping Hands and Hearts, after school arts programs, Eaton Terrace Senior Housing, and many other programs that are not covered by the cities taxes.
Website: www.lakewoodlegacy.org
Neighborhood Resource Center (NRC)
NRC works with residents, associations, local governments and community based organizations to increase group or individual capacity to build stronger communities, particularly at the block level. NRC offers ideas, strategies, written materials and grants that educate and encourage neighbors to build a stronger sense of community.
Website: http://www.nrc-neighbor.org/
Sankofa Wholistic Health Care
Sankofa Holistic Health Care provides primary health care information through basic and informal education on food, nutrition, culture and the impact on health and wellness to Black African/African American communities. African American health care issues are often overlooked. This organization is committed to empowering communities and individuals to understand the importance of self-governance over health issues, resulting in healthier communities. Monthly mini health fairs provide the forum for their mission.
Website: http://www.bsankofahealth.org/
Women's Financial Network (WFN)
WFN creates neighborhood financial clubs, similar to the ever-popular Abook club@. WFN hosts in-home gatherings for a more cozy social and learning experience. Whether its wine and cheese or coffee and pastries, women can better their financial situation while developing life-long relationships with other women near-by. WFN is dedicated to increasing the financial literacy of women through education and collaboration.
Website: http://www.wfnusa.org/
Click here to see the 2008 Recipients and Nominees
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