Author: Joanne Davidson
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Foundation opens applications for new executive director | NONPROFIT REGISTER
LATINAS FIRST FOUNDATION Denver News: The Latinas First Foundation, a Denver-based nonprofit whose tagline is Girls Can Be What They Can See, is accepting applications for executive director. It is a full-time, work remotely, position with a salary range of $85,000 to $105,000. The executive director manages the foundation’s daily operations and administrative duties. Responsibilities…
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Tide Cleaners partners with nonprofit for Gift of Warmth clothing drive | NONPROFIT REGISTER
A PRECIOUS CHILD Broomfield News: Donations of gently used winter clothing are now being accepted at the six metro-area Tide Cleaners locations. The items will be given to the Broomfield-based A Precious Child for distribution to the children and families it serves. The need is critical. Last year, A Precious Child provided services to 600-plus…
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Denver Broncos bring holiday cheer to West Middle School | NONPROFIT REGISTER
COLORADO UPLIFT Denver News: The Denver Broncos joined other National Football League teams for the 2023 My Cleats My Cause program, and once the game where custom-designed cleats bearing the logos of a nonprofit near and dear to each player’s heart had concluded, several of the Broncos took the promotion one step further. Justin Simmons,…
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Rob Lowe, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ cast members star in celebrity-packed show | NONPROFIT REGISTER
GLOBAL DOWN SYNDROME FOUNDATION Denver News: They can act, but did you know that a cavalcade of Hollywood celebrities, including Rob Lowe (St. Elmo’s Fire, The West Wing and 9-1-1 Lonestar); John C. McGinley (Scrubs); Laura Linney (The Big C, Love Actually), and “Grey’s Anatomy” cast members Caterina Scorsone (Dr. Amanda Shepherd), Kevin McKidd (Dr.…
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Retirement announced by Kirkland Museum founding director | NONPROFIT REGISTER
KIRKLAND MUSEUM OF FINE & DECORATIVE ART Denver News: Hugh Grant, founding director and curator of the Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art, has announced he is retiring from the day-to-day operations of the 20-year-old museum located in Denver’s Golden Triangle. Grant, 78, founded the museum with his former wife, Merle C. Chambers, the…
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Stellar turnout for Connections to Hope Gala | NONPROFIT REGISTER
ROSE ANDOM CENTER Denver News: Had there been a roll call at Connections to Hope, a Nov. 3 fundraiser for the Rose Andom Center, it’s safe to say that a majority of those raising their hands and responding “present” were prominent figures from Denver’s government and service sectors. Folks like Denver’s current and former mayors,…
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Couture and cars? They’re an unbeatable combo for National Jewish Health fundraiser | NONPROFIT REGISTER
Nov. 6, 2023 NATIONAL JEWISH HEALTH Denver News: For the sixth year, haute couture and hot cars teamed up to make Rev the Runway a six-figure success for National Jewish Health. The Nov. 2 event, held at the Mercedes-Benz of Denver showroom, was chaired by the Warren Cohen family – Warren, Denise, Max, Dan and…
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New executive director brings a variety of skills to her post | NONPROFIT REGISTER
CLOTHES TO KIDS OF DENVER Denver News: Kathleen Phillips, whose introduction to Clothes To Kids came in 2020 when her son’s school conducted a coat drive for the Denver-based nonprofit, is the organization’s new executive director. She succeeds Valerie Lunka. Phillips brings expertise in benefits and human resources to her new job, having served as…
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Rob Lowe, Laura Linney, other stars to headline Be Beautiful Be Yourself gala | NONPROFIT REGISTER
GLOBAL DOWN SYNDROME FOUNDATION Denver News: Actors Rob Lowe (9-1-1 Lonestar), Laura Linney Ozark), John C. McGinley (Scrubs) and Caterina Scorsone (Grey’s Anatomy) will join football great Terrell Davis and supermodels Beverly Johnson and Amanda Booth as celebrity guests for the 15th annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show. The Nov. 18 gala, chaired by…
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Counting Crows, David Foster, Katharine McPhee add luster to 37th Carousel Ball | NONPROFIT REGISTER
CHILDREN’S DIABETES FOUNDATION Aurora News: When it comes to charitable fundraising events, the Carousel Ball has long been the hottest ticket in town. This year was no exception. Snow and temperatures that had plunged into the teens didn’t stop 1,250 friends of the Children’s Diabetes Foundation from making their way to the Hyatt Regency at…