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Event Press - ESS Summit
Denver Housing Authority Hosts Economic Empowerment Summit
"DENVER – Monday, August 5, 2024 – The Denver Housing Authority (DHA) and its nonprofit arm, Friends of DHA, announced today that a two-day Economic Empowerment Summit, dedicated to equipping low-income DHA and Denver residents with essential financial management skills, career tools, and homeownership opportunities, will be held September 5 and September 12, 2024.
Annie Hancock, DHA director of resident and community connections and Executive Director of Friends of DHA commented on the importance of the summit: 'The Economic Empowerment Summit is a vital initiative that underscores our commitment to uplifting our community. By providing access to essential resources and tools, we empower individuals to achieve financial stability and success in their careers and homeownership journeys.'
The summit will begin with a virtual event on September 5, 2024 from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. featuring workshops on financial literacy, job readiness training, and homebuyer education. Participants can register for the virtual event here: web.cvent.com/event/be5bc06f-327b-45d6-8525-c1aa791dd523/regProcessStep1.
The event will culminate in an in-person resource fair on September 12, 2024 from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. at 1035 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with community partners offering free employment, financial, and homeownership tools and resources. Additionally, there will be a clothing drive providing new and gently used adult professional attire, free of charge, to support job seekers in their interview preparations. The resource fair is free and open to the public, with no registration required.
To help and contribute as a sponsor, please visit denverhousing.networkforgood.com/projects/229405-2024-economic-empowerment-summit.
About Friends of DHA: Friends of DHA is a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the mission of the Denver Housing Authority by providing essential resources, funding, and advocacy to support vibrant, equitable communities. Through board leadership and impactful fundraising, Friends of DHA creates pathways to empower residents and foster lasting positive change.
Denver Housing Authority
DHA's mission is to serve the residents of Denver by developing, owning, and operating safe, decent, and affordable housing in a manner that promotes thriving communities. It is a quasi-municipal corporation with a portfolio of over 13,000 units and housing choice vouchers, providing affordable housing to more than 27,000 very low, low, and middle-income individuals. DHA has been creating vibrant communities and sustainable neighborhoods since 1938."
"DENVER – Monday, August 5, 2024 – The Denver Housing Authority (DHA) and its nonprofit arm, Friends of DHA, announced today that a two-day Economic Empowerment Summit, dedicated to equipping low-income DHA and Denver residents with essential financial management skills, career tools, and homeownership opportunities, will be held September 5 and September 12, 2024.
Annie Hancock, DHA director of resident and community connections and Executive Director of Friends of DHA commented on the importance of the summit: 'The Economic Empowerment Summit is a vital initiative that underscores our commitment to uplifting our community. By providing access to essential resources and tools, we empower individuals to achieve financial stability and success in their careers and homeownership journeys.'
The summit will begin with a virtual event on September 5, 2024 from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. featuring workshops on financial literacy, job readiness training, and homebuyer education. Participants can register for the virtual event here: web.cvent.com/event/be5bc06f-327b-45d6-8525-c1aa791dd523/regProcessStep1.
The event will culminate in an in-person resource fair on September 12, 2024 from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. at 1035 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with community partners offering free employment, financial, and homeownership tools and resources. Additionally, there will be a clothing drive providing new and gently used adult professional attire, free of charge, to support job seekers in their interview preparations. The resource fair is free and open to the public, with no registration required.
To help and contribute as a sponsor, please visit denverhousing.networkforgood.com/projects/229405-2024-economic-empowerment-summit.
About Friends of DHA: Friends of DHA is a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the mission of the Denver Housing Authority by providing essential resources, funding, and advocacy to support vibrant, equitable communities. Through board leadership and impactful fundraising, Friends of DHA creates pathways to empower residents and foster lasting positive change.
Denver Housing Authority
DHA's mission is to serve the residents of Denver by developing, owning, and operating safe, decent, and affordable housing in a manner that promotes thriving communities. It is a quasi-municipal corporation with a portfolio of over 13,000 units and housing choice vouchers, providing affordable housing to more than 27,000 very low, low, and middle-income individuals. DHA has been creating vibrant communities and sustainable neighborhoods since 1938."
Upcoming Event - Economic Empowerment Summit
Join us for the Economic Empowerment Summit! Gain the skills and resources you need to boost your career, manage finances, and even become a homeowner.
Sept 5th: Virtual Event: Time: 2:00-6:00PM
Workshops: Financial literacy, job readiness training, and homebuyer education.
Registration: Must register to attend. Scan the QR code to register or call Denise Beasley at 720.956.3801.
Sept 12th: In-Person Resource Fair:
Time: 2:00-6:00PM
Location: 1035 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204
Resources: Connect with community partners offering free employment, financial, and homeownership tools and resources.
Clothing Drive: Free, professional attire to support job search and interview preparation.
Registration: The resource fair is free and open to the public. Attendees do not need to register to participate.
These events are free and open to the public!
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your personal and professional growth with valuable resources and support.
At the in-person Resource Fair on September 12th, we will offer new and gently used adult professional clothing and shoes free of charge, helping job seekers find the perfect interview outfits to make a great first impression.
1035 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204
Sept 5th: Virtual Event: Time: 2:00-6:00PM
Workshops: Financial literacy, job readiness training, and homebuyer education.
Registration: Must register to attend. Scan the QR code to register or call Denise Beasley at 720.956.3801.
Sept 12th: In-Person Resource Fair:
Time: 2:00-6:00PM
Location: 1035 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204
Resources: Connect with community partners offering free employment, financial, and homeownership tools and resources.
Clothing Drive: Free, professional attire to support job search and interview preparation.
Registration: The resource fair is free and open to the public. Attendees do not need to register to participate.
These events are free and open to the public!
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your personal and professional growth with valuable resources and support.
At the in-person Resource Fair on September 12th, we will offer new and gently used adult professional clothing and shoes free of charge, helping job seekers find the perfect interview outfits to make a great first impression.
1035 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204
Event Press: Wall of Fame 2024 and the Denver Colfax Marathon
"Denver Housing Authority (DHA) and its nonprofit arm, Friends of DHA, has announced that more than $85,000 was raised to benefit resident services at the annual Wall of Fame fundraiser on May 9, 2024. The funds will be directed toward the core focus areas of youth development, economic self-sufficiency, healthy living, digital inclusion, and community building. In addition, Friends of DHA participated in the Denver Colfax Marathon’s Charity Partners Program and was recognized as one of the top charity booths winning a $250 prize and the chance to be chosen by top marathon relay teams for thousands of dollars in additional donations.
“We are grateful to everyone who supported the Wall of Fame fundraiser and visited our booth at the Colfax Marathon,” Annie Hancock, executive director of Friends of DHA, said. “The funds raised from both events will make a tremendous impact on DHA residents, providing essential services and opportunities for growth and success.”
The Wall of Fame event and Denver’s Colfax Marathon generated significant financial support and heightened awareness of Friends of DHA whose mission is dedicated to empowering low-income families and individuals, guiding them towards self-sufficiency and independent living.
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“We are grateful to everyone who supported the Wall of Fame fundraiser and visited our booth at the Colfax Marathon,” Annie Hancock, executive director of Friends of DHA, said. “The funds raised from both events will make a tremendous impact on DHA residents, providing essential services and opportunities for growth and success.”
The Wall of Fame event and Denver’s Colfax Marathon generated significant financial support and heightened awareness of Friends of DHA whose mission is dedicated to empowering low-income families and individuals, guiding them towards self-sufficiency and independent living.
Read the full article here:
2024 Wall of Fame Honorees
We proudly honored four outstanding residents whose achievements inspire us all. Watch their stories at the link below:
Press: Next With Kyle Clark
Kyle Clark's unwavering support shines a light on Friends of DHA's mission. We're deeply grateful for his dedication to spreading awareness and educating others about our cause.
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Press: Sidewalk Repair Funding
"DENVER — A 75-year-old woman who uses a wheelchair to get around the city is the person behind the pitch for $400,000 in sidewalk repairs in her neighborhood.
Phyllis Mack has to negotiate her safety every time she leaves her home. The sidewalks around her home are often too narrow, or too damaged to safely maneuver her wheelchair. It's even more treacherous after snow.
Frequently, Mack ends up using the street to travel, instead.
“They need to be widened and smoothed,” she said about the sidewalks in her Athmar Park neighborhood. “So I don’t have to go out into the street and get hit by a car.”
Mack lives in Walsh Manor, a Denver Housing Authority property for seniors and people with disabilities. She’s not the only one struggling to get around in this neighborhood..."
Full Article Here:
Phyllis Mack has to negotiate her safety every time she leaves her home. The sidewalks around her home are often too narrow, or too damaged to safely maneuver her wheelchair. It's even more treacherous after snow.
Frequently, Mack ends up using the street to travel, instead.
“They need to be widened and smoothed,” she said about the sidewalks in her Athmar Park neighborhood. “So I don’t have to go out into the street and get hit by a car.”
Mack lives in Walsh Manor, a Denver Housing Authority property for seniors and people with disabilities. She’s not the only one struggling to get around in this neighborhood..."
Full Article Here:
Press: Digital Inclusion Efforts Awarded $125,000
"Friends of DHA is one of five Colorado agencies selected to receive national grant funding
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that it has selected Denver Community Ventures - dba Friends of DHA, as one of five agencies in Colorado to receive a grant in the amount of $125,000 grant pursuant to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
“ACP directly influences Denver Housing Authority (DHA) families in desperate need of digital access,” Annie Hancock, Director of Resident and Community Connections said. “The provision of affordable internet through the ACP is the first step to help DHA residents remain in communication compliance for federal and state benefit updates, job applications, online school, and health care telehealth models.”
These FCC Funds will be utilized to conduct digital campaigns, door-to-door canvassing, operate phone banks, distribute direct mail, and host ACP application enrollment and outreach events. This funding is a major opportunity to move forward Friends of DHA’s digital inclusion plan."
Read the full article below:
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that it has selected Denver Community Ventures - dba Friends of DHA, as one of five agencies in Colorado to receive a grant in the amount of $125,000 grant pursuant to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
“ACP directly influences Denver Housing Authority (DHA) families in desperate need of digital access,” Annie Hancock, Director of Resident and Community Connections said. “The provision of affordable internet through the ACP is the first step to help DHA residents remain in communication compliance for federal and state benefit updates, job applications, online school, and health care telehealth models.”
These FCC Funds will be utilized to conduct digital campaigns, door-to-door canvassing, operate phone banks, distribute direct mail, and host ACP application enrollment and outreach events. This funding is a major opportunity to move forward Friends of DHA’s digital inclusion plan."
Read the full article below:
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