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CELEBRATING LATINO PHILANTHROPY IN COLORADO LATINO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF COLORADO COMMEMORATING OUR JOURNEY BUILDING OUR FUTURE
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latino community foundation of colorado MISSION to influence and engage Latinos and others to be leaders and philanthropic investors to develop strong and vibrant Latino communities in Colorado. We do this through the following three strategic directions:
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP Harnessing the community’s human capital to educate, share and disseminate knowledge to influence policy and decision-making on critical issues in the Latino community.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Investing human and financial resources with local, statewide and national partners who are committed to supporting innovative and relevant programs that help people reach their full potential.
PHILANTHROPY Building a philanthropic community who is invested and engaged in the betterment of the Latino community.
board September 2017 Dear LCFC Community, Today the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado celebrates 10 years of transformative philanthropy. Through our partnership with donors, community members, organizational leaders, local and national foundations and businesses we have invested $5.3 million in Colorado’s diverse Latino community to over 100 organizations. Your investment in the LCFC has supported the leadership development of Latino-led and Latino-serving organizations across the state that in turn has supported tens of thousands of people to live their lives to the fullest potential.
Chair Debora Ortega, Ph.D University of Denver
Our unique focus on utilizing the strengths of Latino communities allows our grant making to occur in a uniquely cultural context that supports lasting systemic change and vision built on a long history of family and community generosity. With you as our partners we have contributed to the everexpanding vibrancy of a Latino community with flourishing nonprofits, visionary
Adrianna Abarca Ready Foods Raydean Acevedo Research Management Consultants Inc.
leaders and the transformation of Latino families across the age spectrum. You have helped to create a vision for the future of the LCFC and its work to make Colorado a healthy community rooted in equity and the belief that all Coloradans should have the opportunity to thrive. Our vision for the future is guided by our history with multigenerational leaders and philanthropists. We
Luis Colon Xcelente Global Gay Cook The Cook Group Mitchell Gonzales MGC Worldwide Gary Poling True North Capital Group Gloria M. Schoch MillerCoors
are committed to continuing to participate as thought leaders at the forefront of addressing critical issues using community solutions. Together we are the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado and today is our celebration. We hope you enjoy this 10th Anniversary Celebración as it is a tribute to each of you as members of our community.
With Sincere Gratitude, Latino Community Foundation of Colorado Board of Directors
Our Story
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“We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community…Our ambitions must be broad enough to include the aspirations and needs of others, for their sakes and for our own.” - César Chávez
OUR INSPIRATION Nearly a decade ago, a set of visionary Latino families and allies sought to establish Colorado’s first Latino foundation. Their dream was to create a culturally relevant philanthropic entity to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing the community. This vision was realized through the commitment of 17 families and several foundations who joined together to create the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado as an initiative of Rose Community Foundation. To date, we have invested more than $5 million in communities throughout Colorado. We have helped establish the groundwork for building strong Latino-led organizations and cultivating emerging leaders. We have educated Latinos about philanthropy and fostered an environment where they see themselves as givers and investors of social change.
VISION DRIVEN We believe that the rich and varied identities of Latinos contribute to the diversity and culture of Colorado. We are committed to creating inclusive, thriving communities rooted in equity so that all members of our community have the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. We view our work through a cultural lens that builds understanding with the community at large and helps shape the story of the Latino experience in our varied experiences and identities.
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philanthropy ACCESSIBLE GIVING One of the cornerstones of our work is to inspire giving and invite individuals to experience the transformative power of philanthropy. Extending our impact depends on cultivating a new generation of philanthropists who are committed to investing in social change through giving and volunteerism. We are committed to culturally relevant and family centered philanthropy where all are encouraged to participate.
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES Strong Latino organizations are essential to strong Latino communities. Through grantmaking, special projects and initiatives, we help build the organizational capacities of Latino led and serving organizations so that they can achieve their missions. Our investments are responsive, relevant and shape the long-term impact of organizations. They further cultivate leaders who can impart social change through their deep commitment to transforming our communities.
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forward 2007 17 families and 5 foundations establish the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado (LCFC) Marcelina Rivera named managing director Launch party with actor Tony Plana Inaugural grants awarded to 14 organizations
2008 First Latino grant award reception Inaugural grantee convening W.K. Kellogg Foundation hosts Leadership in Action breakfast with the LCFC leadership Endowment established Second round of grantmaking
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2009 Yolanda Quesada named managing director Founder Rusty Gonzales sponsors luncheon with Hispanic Contractors of Colorado Latino grant award reception Creation of sustainability plan to weather recession Cumulative investments topple $500,000
2010 Founder/donor reception held Grantee support through the recession Irene Ibarra recognition reception
2011 Launch of Latino Age Wave Colorado Grantee reception and convening Hispanics in Philanthropy luncheon
2012 Recipient of Outstanding Foundation Award from the National Philanthropy Day Colorado luncheon Recipient of Alianza Award from CLLARO Transnational grants awarded 5th Anniversary Celebration
thinking 2013 Recipient of Flor y Canto Champions of Change Award/Business and Community Development Award from Escuela Tlatelolco Centro de Estudios Grantee convening and reception Matching grants provided Undergo strategic planning
2014 Carlos Martinez named executive director Launch of Young Latino Philanthropists Launch of HIP to College initiative Launch of LatinasRepresent Colorado Inaugural Telling Our Story forum with 17th Surgeon General Vice Admiral Richard H. Carmona Inaugural Soul of Leadership (SOL) Award to Irene Ibarra
2015 Inaugural Impact Explosion appreciation event Inaugural Philanthropist of the Year Award to Tim and Bernadette Marquez Telling Our Story forum with Guy Garcia SOL Award to the Salazar Family Foundation Launch of the Cambio para el Cambio Campaign Launch of the Colorado Immigrant Funders Collaborative
2017 Recipient of the Community Champion for Girls Award from Girls Inc. of Metro Denver Inaugural Latinas LEAD Power Summit Establishment of the Generations of Giving campaign Philanthropist of the Year Award to Annette and Danielle Quintana Telling Our Story forum with Ruben Navarrette 10th Anniversary Celebration
2016 Launch of the Latinas LEAD initiative Staff growth leads to new office space Philanthropist of the Year Award to Rusty and Mitchell Gonzales & Family Telling Our Story forum with Maria Hinojosa SOL Award to Marguerite and Arnold Salazar
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partnerships Transforming Lives is Powerful
Our goal is to engage community members at many levels and create long-term community investment, leading to tangible results and impact. We look to partner with individual donors, small businesses, large corporations, foundations and other investors who want to have an impactful return on their investment. At the LCFC, we believe the long-term vibrancy of the Latino community rests heavily on how well we do in evolving philanthropy among Latinos and having them understand their power and potential.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR ONGOING MAJOR SUPPORTERS AT&T Colorado Department of Higher Education: Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative Colorado Health Foundation Colorado Trust Denver Art Museum Hispanics in Philanthropy The Jay and Rose Phillips Family Foundation of Colorado MillerCoors Ready Foods Inc. Rose Community Foundation Salazar Family Foundation W.K. Kellogg Foundation To donate or explore partnership opportunities, please visit latinocfc.org or call 303.398.7405.
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COMMUNITY PARTNERS Adams 14 Educational Foundation Adelante Mujer, Inc. Alternatives for Youth Asian Pacific Development Center of Colorado Asociación de Jóvenes Unidos en Acción Aurora Public Schools Education Foundation Balance for Women Boulder County History Project Boulder Latino Senior Group Boulder Youth Leadership Project Boys Hope/Girls Hope of Colorado Café Cultura Cal-Wood Education Center Casa de Paz Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Denver Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pueblo CEC Early College Mentoring Program Centro de la Familia Centro Humanitario Para los Trabajadores Chicano Humanities & Arts Council Circle of Latina Leadership Colorado Center for Law and Policy Colorado Gerontological Society Colorado Hispanic Bar Association Foundation Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition Colorado Impact Colorado Latino Leadership Advocacy & Research Organization Colorado Mountain College Colorado Organization for Latina Opportunity and Reproductive Rights Colorado People's Alliance Colorado Progressive Coalition Compañeros Four Corners Immigrant Resource Center Comunidad Integrada Cross Community Coalition Del Alma, Durango Latino Education Coalition
Denver Children’s Advocacy Center Denver Office on Aging Downtown Aurora Visual Arts Early Excellence Program of Denver El Centro Amistad El Comité de Longmont El Grupo VIDA, Inc. El Sistema Escuela Tlatelolco Centro de Estudios Focus Points Family Resource Center Girls Inc. of Metro Denver Greenleaf Grupo MAYA Hispanic Affairs Project Hunger Free Colorado Imaginarium Denver Public Schools Innovation Lab Immigrant Legal Center of Boulder County INSPIRE International Baccalaureate Latino Association/GW High School IPODERAC La Clínica Tepeyac La Gente Youth Sports, Inc. La Llave Family Resource Center La Raza Youth Leadership Institute Latin American Educational Foundation Latina Initiative Latina Safehouse Latino Task Force of Boulder County Law School Si Se Puede Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains Mapleton Education Foundation Metropolitan Migrant Education Program Metropolitan Organizations for People Mexican Cultural Center Mi Casa Resource Center Montbello Urban Spectrum Museo de las Americas New Americans Leaders Project NEWSED Community Development Corporation Northern Colorado Dreamers United OpenWorld Learning
The LCFC has invested over $5.3 million into the community through our partnerships with over 100 nonprofits throughout Colorado.
Padres y Jóvenes Unidos Project Cure Project Enye (ñ) Project Worthmore Pueblo Hispanic Education Foundation Rebuilding Together Metro Denver Ricardo Flores Magón Academy Rights for All People RISE Colorado Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network San Luis Valley Immigrant Resource Center Servicios de La Raza, Inc. Sisters of Color United for Education Su Teatro The Circle of Latina Leadership Together Colorado United Church of Montbello Valle del Sol Community Center Victim Offender Reconciliation Program of Denver Worklife Partnership YMCA of Boulder Valley Young Philanthropists Foundation
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initiatives COLORADO IMMIGRANT FUNDERS COLLABORATIVE Colorado Immigrant Founders Collaborative is a newly formed collaborative to engage and encourage Colorado funders throughout the state to support immigrant issues.
LATINAS LEAD Latinas LEAD is an initiative that catalyzes the power of philanthropy to strengthen the leadership pipeline for Latinas in Colorado. Key strategies include investing through grants or scholarships, providing innovative training opportunities and connecting Latinas with others in their field of interest.
LATINO AGE WAVE COLORADO Latino Age Wave Colorado supports the wellbeing of a rapidly growing Latino older adult population in Metro Denver through innovative services and programs.
HIP TO COLLEGE: SUMMER MELT HIP to College: Summer Melt invests in the educational success of Latino students in Colorado by addressing the issue of "summer melt," when college-intending students fail to enroll in the fall after high school graduation.
STRENGTHENING LATINO NONPROFITS Strengthening Latino Nonprofits invests in the community through grants to organizations focused on the LCFC priority areas - Health, Education, Civic Engagement, Workforce/Career Development and Arts and Culture - and provides for community-based economic empowerment.
YOUNG LATINO PHILANTHROPISTS The Young Latino Philanthropists (YLP) is a philanthropic giving circle comprised of young Latino leaders who want to make a difference in the Latino community by collectively pooling resources.
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TELLING OUR STORY
programs
Telling Our Story is an annual forum to elevate and address critical issues in the Latino community in a thought-provoking way. The LCFC believes that by stretching people’s beliefs around an issue they are empowered to act in a coordinated way which leads to collective power and social change.
CAMBIO PARA EL CAMBIO Cambio para el Cambio (Change for Change) is a grassroots campaign to educate Latinos about the importance of philanthropy and investing in their community. By using a piggy bank, the project encourages families and individuals to save money and then donate those funds to a nonprofit organization of their choice.
LATINOS ENGAGED IN ENTERPRISING PHILANTHROPY
Latinos Engaged in Enterprising Philanthropy seeks to promote healthy communities and support Latino families moving out of poverty. The program builds on the LCFC’s fundraising capacity to leverage and raise additional dollars with corporations, Latino businesses and foundations.
LATINAS LEAD POWER SUMMIT LatinasLEAD Power Summit is an annual gathering designed to create a culturally relevant shared learning environment where Latinas can share their unique strengths, challenges and opportunities as they shape their professional and personal development. Participants discover powerful strategies to advance their leadership as they interact with established leaders and peers.
IMPACT EXPLOSION Impact Explosion is an annual convening that brings together donors, grantees and people whose lives have been transformed through the LCFC's investments to learn about the works of the LCFC and the impact it is having in Latino communities throughout Colorado.
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querer es poder LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RONALD E. MONTOYA Ron Montoya was born and raised in Denver and has
Ron is a true entrepreneur and has worked in several
seen his beloved city grow and change over the years.
industries, including manufacturing,
From his days in high school, to being a soldier, to
telecommunications and aerospace. He even owned a
going college, Ron always found a way to give back. As
flower shop at one time. He has been successful in all
a husband and father, he made his way through law
his ventures and was ranked 19th on the Inc. Magazine
school and successfully started several businesses. As
Inner City 100 list.
his businesses continued to grow, he was left with little time to do other things, like practicing law.
Ron has served on several boards, including: U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Mexican Cultural Center, the Mountain States Employers Council,
“I have been blessed throughout my life and that is why it’s so important for me to give back.”
National Jewish Hospital, the Denver Convention Center Hotel Authority, US Bank, the Metropolitan State College of Denver Foundation, the Rocky Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council, Centro San Juan Diego and Rose Community Foundation, among other organizations. Ron’s passion and commitment to the community has earned him several commendations and awards throughout his life. These include: induction into the Colorado Business Hall of Fame, receiving the Del Hock
Ron's commitment to giving back is what sets him
Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the Denver
apart. He was one of the founders and served as chair
Metro Chamber of Commerce, being honored with a
of the board of the LCFC for nine years. He is most
lifetime achievement award in his name by the Hispanic
proud of his work guiding the foundation from an idea,
Chamber of Commerce of Denver, being appointed
to a start-up, to a strong organization that is making
as honorary lieutenant of the Denver Police Department
an impact for Latinos throughout Colorado.
and receiving an honorary doctorate from the University of Colorado.
A local and national leader, Ron promotes economic growth and creates opportunities so that
Ron Montoya has lived in the Denver community for
everyone can prosper.
more than 75 years. He and his wife, Naomi, have two sons and several grandchildren.
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leadership FOUNDERS FAMILIES The Abarca Family Raydean Acevedo Linda & Robert Alvarado Robert & Chantil Arciniaga Cyndi & Richard Bush-Luna Toti Cadavid & Luis Colón Francisco Garcia Andrew “Rusty” Gonzales and Mitchell Gonzales Irene M. Ibarra & Armando Quiroz Timothy & Bernadette Marquez Ron & Naomi Montoya Jerry & Grace Natividad Annette Quintana & Len Silverston Deborah Quintana & Family Lola and Rob Salazar Mike Shaw The Tafoya Family
FOUNDATIONS Hispanics in Philanthropy Jay and Rose Phillips Family Foundation of Colorado Rose Community Foundation W.K. Kellogg Foundation Western Union
FORMER EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS Marcelina Rivera Yolanda Quesada
FORMER BOARD MEMBERS Ariel Cisneros Sue Damour Diego Hunt Monique Lovato Carlos Martinez Theresa Peña Martha Rubi Gloria Rubio-Cortez
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SHEILA BUGDANOWITZ May her memory be for a blessing There are many visionary leaders who have contributed to the growth of the LCFC over the last ten years. One such leader was Rose Community Foundation CEO Sheila Bugdanowitz who passed away on December 4, 2016. Sheila will always be remembered as a champion for the LCFC and someone who understood the value of creating cross-cultural alliances. She saw the connection between Jewish and Latino values and was committed to ensuring that the LCFC had the resources and support it needed to create impact in the Latino community. She was generous as a friend, mentor and donor to the LCFC and her contributions will be cherished and remembered.
LEADERSHIP AWARDS SOUL OF LEADERSHIP (SOL) The SOL Award pays homage to a Latino leader or organization that has demonstrated courageous leadership, embodies high standards of integrity and is deeply committed to the advancement of Latinos. 2014 Irene Ibarra 2015 Salazar Family Foundation 2016 Marguerite and Arnold Salazar
PHILANTHROPIST OF THE YEAR The Philanthropist of the Year Award is presented to an individual or family who has made significant contributions to the Latino community by giving back through time, talent, treasure and testimony. 2015 Tim and Bernadette Marquez 2016 Andrew “Rusty” and son Mitchell Gonzales and Family 2017 Annette and daughter Danielle Quintana and Family
legacy
Generations of Giving The LCFC’s Generations of Giving campaign is focused on empowering Latinos to build stronger communities by becoming more engaged in philanthropy, while strengthening the legacy they leave for future generations. Generosity, family and commitment to community have always been embedded in our Latino culture, but unfortunately Latinos have not been recognized as philanthropists. We know our Latino families have always given generously to the community, creating the cornerstone to our rich history as givers through our churches, schools, family events and community activities, without the historic recognition that accompanies it. The time has come to fully embrace a philanthropic mindset in our Latino communities, and capture the recognition of giving that builds a Latino legacy that we can establish for future generations. Be a part of Generations of Giving! By being a contributor to the Generations of Giving campaign, your gift is pooled with others and the LCFC leverages it so it grows into an even larger amount. Now is the time to capture the tradition of giving and pass it down, etching your own legacy. Now is the time for you and your familia to leave a lasting impact on our community’s future. To be part of Generations of Giving, please contact: Carlos Martinez at 303.398.7448 or cmartinez@rcfdenver.org. Visit latinocfc.org/generationsofgiving for more information.
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staff and consultants Key Staff Diana Aldapa-Fonseca, Program Assistant Mayra Gonzáles, Program Assistant Rachel Griego, Project Director Carlos Martinez, Executive Director Priscilla Montoya Vitello, Project Manager Daniela Young, Program Manager
Program Advisors and Consultants Aguilar Public Relations Aurelio Avalos Maria Coronado Rosario Mendoza Cec Ortiz Tony Tapia Angela Tzul
Rose Community Foundation Advisors Therese Ellery, Senior Program Officer, Aging Elsa Holguín, Senior Program Officer, Child and Family Development Janet Lopez, Ph.D., Senior Program Officer, Education
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special thanks The Latino Community Foundation of Colorado wants to express its sincere gratitude to all the people involved in the planning of its 10th Anniversary Celebration. Tricia Bonman
Elsa Holguín
Phillip Danielson
Priscilla Montoya Vitello
Cesar Delgado
Norberto Morjardin
Susan Garcia
Cora Palmer
Gary Gonzáles
Gloria Schoch, Event Co-chair
Mayra Gonzáles
DeMarcio Slaughter
Rusty and Mitchell Gonzales
Elaine Torres, Event Co-chair
Armando and Dalia Gonzales
Daniela Young
Rachel Griego
Mary Zamora
And all the other volunteers, family and friends who have contributed to the success of this event.
10 years $5.3 MILLION invested Over 100 COMMUNITY PARTNERS supported Tens of thousands LATINOS SERVED IMAGINE what we could do in the next 10 years with YOUR SUPPORT
Thank You Our 10th Anniversary Celebración sponsors and partners not only support the important work of the LCFC, but also convey their commitment to helping build strong Latino communities. LA ESTRELLA LEVEL SPONSORS
LA LUNA LEVEL SPONSORS
EL MUNDO LEVEL SPONSORS
Elaine Torres
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