Denver Scholarship Foundation

Juneteenth is a powerful reminder that for many, freedom was brutally delayed, and that the fight for true equity continues. While the abolition of slavery marked a monumental shift, we recognize that the economic and social gaps created by centuries of systemic oppression persist today.

As DSF staff take this day off, we pause to honor the resilience of the Black community, celebrate Black joy, and reflect on our role in the ongoing fight for liberation.

⬇️ Here are a couple of ways you can honor and acknowledge Juneteenth today and every day:

- Make a conscious effort to buy from Black entrepreneurs, artists, and restaurants
- Share resources about Juneteenth and Black history with your network, workplace, or school.
- Offer your skills or labor to local organizations doing grassroots equity work.
- Donate to nonprofits focused on dismantling systemic racism and uplifting Black voices.

Did you know the word "mascot" roots back to the French word "mascotte", which translates to "something that brings good luck"? 💡

In celebration of National Mascot Day, we are highlighting our one and only Mountain Goat, Future! 🏔️🐐 Representing drive, resilience, and confidence, Future embodies everything DSF Scholars and Alumni are all about. No matter where they are spotted, Future's bubbly and contagious energy completely lights up the room. We are so proud to be represented by the most stylish goat around!

Give it up for Future and all of their mascot friends! ✨

Happy Pride Month! The month of June is a time to honor the history of the LGBTQ+ movement and celebrate our vibrant community. What began as a small gathering in Denver over 50 years ago has transformed into one of the largest Pride celebrations in the country! Amid ongoing injustices impacting marginalized communities, Pride remains a symbol of resistance, visibility, and the ongoing fight for equity and liberation for all. 🌈

Throughout the month, our city is filled with celebration, with parades, 5Ks, and so much more. Check out denverpride.org to see the full calendar of events and learn more about how you can get involved! 💚

Educación y perseverancia: una historia que inspira. ✨ Recent grad and now DSF Alum, Flor Prieto shares her journey of navigating college and pursuing her dreams with the support of her family and DSF. Thank you to Telemundo Colorado for featuring her incredible story. Watch to hear about Flor’s journey and the advice she has for students walking a similar path. 🎓

Educación y perseverancia: una historia que inspira. ✨ Flor Prieto, recién graduada y ahora parte de la comunidad de alumnos de DSF, nos cuenta cómo el apoyo de su familia y de DSF la ayudó a alcanzar sus metas y hacer realidad sus sueños. Gracias a Telemundo Colorado por compartir su historia. Mira el video para conocer el camino de Flor y los consejos que ofrece a estudiantes que hoy están siguiendo un recorrido similar. 🎓

Educación y perseverancia: una historia que inspira Una estudiante de primera generación celebra su graduación de CU Denver gracias a un programa que cambió su vida. Leslie Merchan con su historia.

Mentorship is at the heart of what we do, and we are thrilled to honor DSF's Mentorship Program participants who recently wrapped up their year-long commitment! 🎉

Designed to support DSF Scholars and Alumni in growing professionally and giving back to the Denver community, this program wouldn't be possible without our incredible participants. We are so grateful to the mentors who dedicated their time and wisdom to guiding DSF Scholars and Alumni, and to every mentee who showed up and gave this program their all!

From group get-togethers to one-on-one meetups, it has been an amazing year of connection and growth. Thank you to everyone involved, and we look forward to welcoming our incoming cohort this fall! 👏🏼

As the Class of 2026 begins the next chapter of their journey, we want to send out one last congratulations to every student who crossed the stage this month. Each diploma represents years of hard work, perseverance, and a future filled with possibilities. 🎓

We are proud to celebrate this incredible achievement and officially welcome the Class of 2026 into the DSF Alumni community, a lifelong network of thousands of fellow DSF Alumni pursuing their goals and making an impact in their communities.

Continue the celebration and learn how you can support Denver graduates:
denverscholarship.org/get-involved/donate/class-of-2026/ 🎉

DSF is honored to have been selected as an NBA Foundation grantee! 🏀🎓

As one of only 160 organizations chosen nationwide, this partnership will help us deepen our impact for thousands of DPS students. Together, we are boosting college enrollment through dedicated advising, strengthening our 82% student success rate, and expanding career-connected programming to bridge the gap between education and the workforce.

Read more about our newest partnership in our latest blog! ⬇️

https://denverscholarship.org/stories/nba-foundation-supports-dsf-in-expanding-college-and-career-pa...

NBA Foundation Supports DSF in Expanding College and Career Pathways for Denver Students | Denver Scholarship Foundation DSF is proud to announce its selection as a grantee of the NBA Foundation, joining just 160 organizations nationwide and only five in Denver awarded funding.