Author: Joanne Davidson Special to Colorado Politics
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Can you dig it? Everyone was psyched for the groovy Arts for All Gala | NONPROFIT REGISTER
ARVADA CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES Arvada News: Between the sequined mini dresses, platform shoes, go-go boots, paisley prints and bell-bottom pants, the 350 guests at the Arvada Center’s 1970s-themed Arts for All Gala clearly were “right on” in selecting what to wear for a “groovy” night of disco-infused fundraising. “Some of you look like you just walked out of Studio 54,” remarked board member David Martinelli, who chaired the gala with Sandy Hartgens. Hartgens, also…
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There was plenty to celebrate at 2026 Theatre of Dreams Gala | NONPROFIT REGISTER
CENTRAL CITY OPERA Central City News: There’s always something to celebrate at the Central City Opera’s signature fundraiser, the Theatre of Dreams Gala, and this year the agenda was packed. For starters, guests at this April 10 dinner and entertainment extravaganza were encouraged to incorporate gold and silver in their wardrobe choices to pay tribute to Colorado’s Gilded Age, the period between 1870 and 1900…
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Brass Ring 2026: Fashions, fun and a six-figure boost for diabetes research, care | NONPROFIT REGISTER
CHILDREN’S DIABETES FOUNDATION Denver News: Lisa Corley, who has supported the Children’s Diabetes Foundation and its work on behalf of the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes for 25 years, received the T1D Changemaker Award on April 7 when the foundation hosted its 48th Brass Ring Luncheon & Fashion Show. The 515 guests who gathered at the Sheraton Denver…
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SeriesFest Soiree: A night of celebration, creativity and connection | NONPROFIT REGISTER
SERIESFEST Denver News: John J. Sie, a cable television pioneer and founder/former chairman of Starz Entertainment, will receive the inaugural Visionary Award at the May 8 SeriesFest Soiree. The $300-a-ticket fundraising gala begins at 6 p.m. at Asterisk, an event space at 1075 Park Ave. West, Denver. In addition to award presentations, the evening features cocktails, food stations, entertainment, cordials, dessert, DJ dancing and live…
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Catalyst for Girls Award recipients to be honored at luncheon | NONPROFIT REGISTER
GIRLS, INC. OF METRO DENVER Denver News: Girls, Inc. of Metro Denver is in final preparations for its annual My Bold Future luncheon, a May 13 fundraiser honoring the 2026 Catalyst for Girls award recipients. They are: Corporate Catalyst, Crocs, Inc.; Community Catalyst, The Colorado Trust; and Individual Catalyst, Michelle Hawkins, senior vice president/strategic procurement for Charter Communications. …
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Unique nonprofit serving single moms selects new leader | NONPROFIT REGISTER
SPARKHOPE AUTOMOTIVE Denver News: Jason Spears has been named chief executive officer of SparkHope Automotive. While its name might lead one to believe it is a car dealership, SparkHope Automotive, formerly Hands of the Carpenter, is a faith-based nonprofit serving employed single mothers by addressing a critical and often overlooked barrier to stability: reliable transportation. “Jason’s leadership and heart for community perfectly align…
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Longtime community leader Arlene Hirschfeld to be honored | NONPROFIT REGISTER
WOMEN UNITED, MILE HIGH UNITED WAY Denver News: Arlene Hirschfeld, a Denver native who has devoted her adult life to serving others, will receive the 2026 Frances Wisebart Jacobs Award when Mile High United Way hosts its Women United Luncheon on April 17. The award is named for United Way’s founder and honors women whose contributions to the community are exemplary. During her lifetime,…
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Comedy showcase to feature new and established talent | NONPROFIT REGISTER
MIZEL ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER Denver News: A host of emerging comedians will perform along with Denver native and nationally recognized comic Noah Gardenswartz when the Mizel Arts and Culture Center hosts The Tight Five: Standup Comedy Showcase. The up-and-comers take the stage first, offering their “tight five” — five minutes of original material developed during an eight-week comedy writing program that…
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PlatteForum’s new director has 20-plus years of nonprofit experience | NONPROFIT REGISTER
PLATTEFORUM Denver News: Mellissa Monforti is the new executive director of PlatteForum, succeeding interim director Kendall Kultgen, who will continue with the organization as operations director. Monforti stepped into her new role on March 16. “Melissa’s appointment comes at an exciting time for the organization, and her skillset, passion and experience as a leader, fundraiser and empathetic human are going…
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Conducting Leadership: A novel event aimed at strengthening connections | NONPROFIT REGISTER
CLAYTON EARLY LEARNING Denver News: Approximately 40 leaders from Denver’s nonprofit community gathered at Boettcher Concert Hall on March 4 for a novel event whose purpose was to strengthen connections within and across organizations. It was hosted by PNC Bank and Clayton Early Learning. Invitations promoted the 4:30 p.m. event as a time to spend in “Deep reflection, powered by beautiful music, where we can explore the principles…