Supported Organizations

DPS Foundation raises funds for key initiatives designed to improve the academic achievement of students in Denver Public Schools in accordance with the three overall goals set forth in The Denver Plan - the district’s roadmap for strategic reform. These three goals include: 1) creating a highly-skilled faculty, 2) developing highly-trained principals and assistant principals, and 3) providing safe and enriching environments in every classroom.  

The DPS Foundation works closely with DPS leadership to ensure that these goals are met by securing the support needed to undertake high-value initiatives on behalf of DPS students.  

Through top-notch professional development for principals, enhanced teacher training, improved curriculum, and quality of instruction, student enrichment programs, and community partnerships, the DPS Foundation works with the community to reshape Denver Public Schools into the leading big city school district in the country.

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The Jefferson Foundation was established in 1983 by a group of citizens who identified the need to involve community, civic, cultural, and business institutions in support of Jefferson Public Schools. The Foundation was the first non-profit, K-12 public education foundation in Colorado.

The Jefferson Foundation’s mission is to support Jefferson Public Schools in preparing all students for a successful future. This is accomplished by funding programs and projects that enrich and expand educational opportunities for Jefferson County students.

As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, The Jefferson Foundation has the ability to raise money and fund projects that are beyond the legal and political capacities of public schools. Through partnerships with businesses, neighborhood organizations, the faith community, and other foundations, The Jefferson Foundation engages the community’s resources for the benefit of Jefferson County’s students.

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Escuela de Guadalupe is a private, community-based, financially accessible K-5 school of excellence that develops compassionate leaders for the world of tomorrow. It focuses on providing a quality dual-language education.

Escuela de Guadalupe serves a diverse student-body from across the Denver-metropolitan area and prides itself on making its quality educational program financially accessible to all families.  Approximately half of its students are native English speakers when they begin and half are native Spanish speakers.  All students emerge with full literacy in all subjects in both languages. 

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