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Your Impact

Every gift to CU Denver makes a difference, whether in helping our students succeed, opening avenues for innovation, funding research that benefits our communities, or in numerous other ways that matter most to our donors, our students, and our faculty. Below are just some of the ways philanthropy at CU Denver helps us fulfill our educational mission. Our sincere thanks to the many generous donors who accelerate success at CU Denver. 

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Programs & Initiatives

Research

Donors & Giving

  • Two student emcees stand at a podium and speak to a crowd of donors at Coohills.

    The Enduring Impact of a Helping Hand

    Oct 31, 2024
    The annual CU Denver Donor Celebration took place on October 30, 2024 at Coohills restaurant in LoDo and provided an opportunity for CU and campus leadership to personally thank many generous donors who support scholarships, student success initiatives, research, and numerous other activities at CU Denver.
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  • Dr. Mary Guy stands outside amongst trees in a red cardigan and short white hair smiling with her teeth.

    Compound Interest

    Oct 2, 2024 by Madeline Levin
    Dr. Mary Guy, Distinguished Professor in the School of Public Affairs, views her philanthropic support as a way elevating the university’s stature while creating opportunities for future generations of scholars.
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  • Marco Campos wearing a black polo and smiling with his teeth stands outside against a brick wall with the Campos branding.

    National Firm Invests Locally in Student Success

    Jul 18, 2024 by Jackson Campbell
    With headquarters just across the street from CU Denver, Campos Companies is providing support and encouragement to our students, particularly those who are traditionally underrepresented in the STEM workforce.
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  • Overhead view of a table covered in architecture supplies and schematics with two sets of hands pointing and interacting.

    Honoring a Mentor by Paying it Forward

    Apr 15, 2024 by Jackson Campbell
    Many people shape the direction of our lives, but in what ways do we acknowledge the often profound influence they may have? For CU Denver alum Andy Kenney, this way was establishing a scholarship, allowing an influential mentor’s legacy to live on in the lives of other students.
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Elevation

Elevation is our quarterly digital publication highlighting the many ways our community of donors helps CU Denver reach new heights. 

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Elevation: October 2024

Dr. Mary Guy closes the loops of her life as an educator through an endowment. CU Denver's 2024 rankings. First Generation and Multicultural (FaM) program scholars' success.

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Elevation: July 2024

Campos Companies invests in our students. Karla Berrum is influencing the future of light rail in Denver. Donors honor retiring staff member Malena Brohm.


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Elevation: April 2024

Bob Wolfson's remarkable journey. Introducing the Call me MiSTER program. Thank you for making Giving Day a success! Andy Kenney's mentor-inspired gift. Business School Scholarship Luncheon photos.

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Elevation: February 2024

Introducing the Empowering Women in Business program. ARCS Foundation Scholars. CU @ the Grammys. Meet Your Moment, a comprehensive brand refresh.

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