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Early Giving for Colorado Gives Day

The season of generosity is here! We are thrilled to announce that Early Giving for Colorado Gives Day has arrived. This kicks off our state’s largest and most incredible day of giving, a time when Coloradans like you come together to support the causes and communities you love.

A Statewide Movement of Good

Colorado Gives Day is more than just a day—it’s a powerful movement to support local nonprofits and has raised over $524.6 million since it began in 2010. Last year alone, 95,000 donors contributed $54.8 million.

This year, you can choose from more than 4,600 verified nonprofits on our platform ColoradoGivesDay.org. When you give, you can feel confident knowing every organization has been vetted to confirm charitable status. It’s a simple, secure way to ensure your donation goes directly to the causes that matter most to you.

Colorado Gives Day makes it easier than ever to help our local nonprofits. When you give through ColoradoGivesDay.org, you join a powerful statewide effort to make good happen in every corner of Colorado.

Your Donation Goes Further

Thanks to our amazing partners, your generosity is amplified during Colorado Gives Day. Here’s how your donation can have an even bigger impact:

  • $1 Million+ Incentive Fund: FirstBank, our presenting sponsor for 16 years, has helped create a $1 million+ incentive fund. This fund boosts the value of every single donation made between November 1 and December 9, making your gift go even further.
  • $100,000 in Nonprofit Prizes: Your donations help your favorite nonprofits become eligible for cash prizes.
  • New Monthly Donation Match: Ready to make a lasting impact? If you set up a new monthly recurring gift, Colorado Gives Foundation will match your first month’s donation up to $100. A total of $250,000 is available for this match!

More Ways to Get Involved

This year, we have even more exciting ways for you to participate and celebrate giving:

  • Light Up the Night: Join us for festive, drive-in laser light shows on December 2 in Fort Collins, Lakewood and Colorado Springs at 6 p.m. to celebrate Colorado’s nonprofits. Tickets are free, but required for admittance.
    • Fort Collins
      Front Range Community College
      4616 South Shields Street
      Fort Collins, CO 80526
      RSVP Here
    • Lakewood
      Jeffco Stadium
      500 Kipling Street
      Lakewood, CO 80226
      RSVP Here
    • Colorado Springs
      Norris Penrose Event Center
      1045 Lower Gold Camp Road
      Colorado Springs, CO 80905
      RSVP Here
  • Good for Business Challenge: Encourage your employer to create a fundraising page for Colorado Gives Day. This challenge gives businesses a chance to win a $1,000 match for their chosen nonprofit. This challenge gives businesses a chance to win a $1,000 match for their chosen nonprofit.

Ready to be part of something amazing? Find your cause and make your donation today.

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