Since our humble beginnings, Brent’s Place has grown from a mission supporting pediatric bone marrow transplant patients into a vital lifeline for hundreds of families each year. With Safe-Clean accommodations across two campuses and expanded admissions criteria, we continually increase our capacity to serve more families traveling to Denver for life-saving treatments.
By the Numbers:
By the Numbers:
We expect to serve more than 420 families this year, each facing the toughest journey of their lives.
Every day, we witness the profound difference a stable, healing environment can make – and we are committed to continuing our growth and enhancing our services for those who need it most.
Our vision is clear: Every family facing a life-threatening illness should have access to the best chance for survival.
Thanks to donors like you, we can ensure that no family will face their medical crisis alone.
Brent’s Place: Then and Now
Community Support Highlights
Brent’s Place Invitational
Raised $173,000
Thank you to our sponsors: REIA, Alpine Bank, Liberty Home Products, Moody Insurance, G&S Capital, The Weitz Company, Northern Auto Brokers, Children’s Hospital Colorado, and Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP.
Roadless Ride
Raised $118,000
Word of Thanks
Brent’s Place was honored to be featured on Kyle Clark’s 9NEWS Word of Thanks micro-giving campaign, which raised over $27,000 and welcomed 370 new donors into our community.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month! With the incredible generosity of our founder, Donn Eley, who matched every gift up to $80,000, we collectively raised more than $190,000.
During the final Roadless Ride, all-time top fundraiser Willie Duncan was surprised with the Denver7 Everyday Hero award. We are forever grateful to Club Greenwood and its members, as well as our riders and sponsors for helping to raise more than $2 million over 18 years.
Thank you to our sponsors: Kaiser Permanente, Xanterra Travel Collection, and Children’s Hospital Colorado.
Blossoms of Hope
Our annual Blossoms of Hope event saw a 60% increase in attendance. Guests enjoyed this year’s family-friendly gathering, which featured a brunch buffet, OJ and mimosa bar, interactive facility tours, yard games, live music, and more.
Whether you are a donor, volunteer, hospital or community partner, we send heartfelt thanks for being part of this truly special mission.
A Sanctuary of Comprehensive Support and Community
At Brent’s Place, we support the entire family, not just the patient. Beyond providing a safe space, we offer trauma-informed programs designed to ease the emotional, logistical, and financial burdens that come with treatment. With over 1,400 programs annually, we provide nourishing meals, community outings, on-site activities like arts and crafts and movie nights, and personalized celebrations for holidays and birthdays.
Our Programming:
Creating Joyful Experiences for Patients and Families
At Brent’s Place, we believe in creating memorable experiences for our families that bring joy, connection, and a break from the challenges they face.
Welcome Chef Kevin
21,000+ Program Participants estimated for 2024
We were excited to welcome Kevin, our first in-house chef in 27 years, to lead our growing nourishment program. Kevin’s vision is to provide delicious, comforting meals that bring healing and support to families during their toughest times. With a focus on food security for all residents, Brent’s Place offers new resident welcome groceries, weekly handcrafted meals and snacks, grab-and-go stations with packaged and homemade goods, meal delivery for inpatient families, and access to our in-house pantry.
Denver Zoo Outing
Fifty Brent’s Place family members participated in an elephant encounter at the Denver Zoo that included feeding the elephants!
Museum Inning
Twenty-one resident family members gathered in our courtyard for a hands-on, outdoor experience brought to life by the Denver Museum of Nature & Science’s Curiosity Cruiser. Families enjoyed interactive stations featuring insects, fossils, an iPad microscope and, the crowd favorite, giant bubbles!
Support Spotlight
The Denver Country Club brings joy and togetherness to our community during the holidays. From Easter baskets to Mother’s Day quiches, Father’s Day platters, and festive winter holiday meals, their generosity transforms each celebration into a cherished moment, creating lasting memories for resident families.
The Gift of Home, Hope and Healing
Brent’s Place remains the only facility in our region that provides Safe-Clean housing and comprehensive wrap-around support for patients and their families facing severe medical challenges.
This holiday season, we invite you to be part of something truly transformative. By supporting our not just making a donation—you are giving families the gift of home, hope, and healing during the most difficult times of their lives. Community generosity will ensure that every family who walks through our doors can find the safe home and care they deserve.
If you give cumulatively more than $250 per year, you may be eligible for a state income tax credit through the Colorado Child Care Contribution Credit.
Get Involved!
Experience the magic of the holidays at Brent’s Place! Visit for a list of seasonal engagement opportunities.
Save the Date: 2025 Golf Invitational Sept. 15, 2025 The Country Club at Castle Pines 32 Foursomes Available
Contact Avi Petrucci at avi@brentsplace.org or 720-422-9276 to secure your spot today!
When we got the call that we had a place to live, it was a game changer for us. It has absolutely been a lifesaver. You have a place you can make yours - you can make it a home away from home. It gives you the opportunity to still be a family.
