Events and Dates for “15 Days of Giving” project
The Law Offices of Dianne Sawaya, LLC, are proud to announce their 15th Anniversary. Dianne Sawaya opened the doors of her boutique Denver, Colorado practice on April 1, 2005. Her commitment to providing personal attention, along with client-tailored services, has made her the most prominent female personal injury attorney in Denver. Everyone at the Law Offices of Dianne Sawaya is excited to celebrate this 15-year milestone with “15-Days of Giving” to some of our favorite local charitable organizations.
Get Involved: If you would like to donate to any or all of the charities along with us, please contact Donna: (303) 758-4777 or ddunhill@dlslawfirm.com. Thank you!
August 4, 2020
Gift: 15 pairs of new shoes for children
Clothes To Kids of Denver
2890 S. Colorado Blvd. Unit M-3
Denver, CO 80222
Phone: (720) 379-4630
Website: https://clothestokidsdenver.org/
The mission of Clothes To Kids of Denver is to provide new and quality used clothing to students from low-income or in-crisis families in the Denver Metro Area, free of charge.
Read the Thank You Note from Valerie Lunka, Executive Director at Clothes To Kids of Denver
Read the Thank You Note from Packs of Hope
August 4, 2020
Gift: 15 new stuffed animals
Colorado Children’s Alliance
Denver Children’s Advocacy Center
2149 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80211
Phone: (303) 825-3850
Website: https://www.denvercac.org/
Our mission is to Prevent Abuse, Strengthen Families, and Restore Childhood.
Our programs fall along a three-part continuum of care that includes Community Outreach, Rapid Response, and Treatment and Integrated Services. We strive to meet the needs of all traumatized children, as well as those at risk of abuse. We specialize in serving very young children and those from Spanish-speaking families.
August 10, 2020
Gift: 15 sleeping bags for adults, 15 sleeping bags for children, 15 new hoodies for homeless adults
Denver Rescue Mission
5725 E. 39th Avenue, Denver, CO 80207
Phone: (303) 331-2931
Website: https://denverrescuemission.org/
Denver Rescue Mission is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. 83% of every dollar we receive goes directly to serving the needs of the homeless and needy in the Denver metro area.
Denver Rescue Mission has been serving the most vulnerable in our community for more than 125 years. Our history is rooted in a love of Christ and a commitment to share that love with others.
At multiple locations throughout our community, we help restore the lives of people experiencing homelessness and addiction through emergency services, rehabilitation, transitional programs, and community outreach.
August 11, 2020
Gift: 15 meals for seniors
Meals-On-Wheels Metro Denver
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA COLORADO
2660 Larimer Street, Denver, CO 80205
Phone: (303) 297-0408
Website: https://www.voacolorado.org/
Your contribution will go a long way in helping the many men, women and children we serve throughout the year! Volunteers of America is one of the most efficient charities you can choose to support. As an official Denver Better Business Bureau accredited charity, we’ll ensure your contribution will make a distinct difference in the lives of many!
August 13, 2020
Gift: 15 support group counseling sessions
SafeHouse Denver
1649 Downing Street, Denver, Colorado 80218
Phone (303) 318-9959
Fax (303) 318-9979
Email: info@safehouse-denver.org
Website: https://safehouse-denver.org/
SafeHouse Denver serves survivors of domestic violence and their children through an emergency shelter, a non-residential Counseling and Advocacy Center, and an Extended Stay Program. All of the adults, children and youth who come to SafeHouse Denver have access to a full range of bilingual programming, including individual counseling, group sessions, advocacy and safety planning.
August 14, 2020
Gift: 15 bags of food
Food Bank of The Rockies
10700 E. 45th Avenue, Denver, CO 80239
Phone: (303) 371-9250
Website: https://www.foodbankrockies.org/
Helping People Thrive. Food is the foundation for a happy, healthy life.
Hunger can be found everywhere – often where you least expect it. The homeless population represents only about 10% of our food recipients. The rest? Everyday people like low-wage workers, children, seniors on fixed incomes and individuals with health issues. We’re working to feed them all.
August 14, 2020
Gift: 15 Boxes of food
Covenant Cupboard
Presbyterian Church of the Covenant
5400 South Yosemite Street, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Phone: (720) 841-5129
Website: http://covcupboard.org/
Food Pantry Mission
Covenant Cupboard strives to:
Provide households with food that meets USDA nutritional guidelines, and provide information on preparing balanced meals.
In this setting, families in need of food receive non-perishable items, dairy, produce and grain products.
Donate Food
We distribute food weekly and need to fill our shelves year-round. We accept perishable and non-perishable items that are within expiration date.
Non-perishable items the pantry most needs are: canned protein (meats, nut butters), canned fruits or vegetables, soup and chili, pasta and rice, cereal and oatmeal, breakfast and nutrition bars, and dry beans.
The following items are valued contributions during the holidays: Dessert items (preferably all in one box type), gravy or chicken broth, stuffing mix, canned green beans, canned sweet potatoes or yams, canned corn.
Food donations are accepted on Fridays from 8:30-4:00. Please contact if a different time or pick-up is needed.
August 14, 2020
Gift: 15 bags of food
Metro Caring
1100 E. 18th Ave., Denver, CO 80218
Phone: 303-860-7200
Email: info@metrocaring.org
Website: https://www.metrocaring.org/
What is Metro Caring?
As Denver’s frontline anti-hunger organization, Metro Caring works with our community to meet people’s immediate need for nutritious food while building a movement to address the root causes of hunger. Metro Caring offers innovative programming in Healthy Foods Access, Nutrition Education and Cooking Classes, ID Procurement, Urban Gardening, and Community Activation.
August 17, 2020
Gift: 15 new backpacks filled with a variety of supplies for children
Packs of Hope
8270 W. 80th Ave. #2, Arvada, CO 80005
Email: info@packsofhope.org
Website: www.Packsofhope.org
Packs of Hope is a non-profit humanitarian organization committed to the vision that every child deserves hope. We are partners with the community and county human service agencies to provide backpacks filled with essential clothing items to children and youth who are transitioning into out-of-home or foster care. We operate as a non-profit 501(c)(3) under the i58 network. We are a non-profit organization coordinated by people who graciously volunteer their own time. Foothills Community Church abundantly provides storage and workspace for us which means our admin costs are below 5% and the rest goes straight into providing for the kids.
August 18, 2020
Gift: (15) $15.00 gas gift cards
Motorcycle Relief Project
PO Box 3220, Evergreen CO 80437
Phone: (720) 722-3995
Website: https://www.motorelief.org/
Who We Are
Motorcycle Relief Project is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides relief to veterans and first responders with PTSD and other related issues by taking them on structured and professionally-led dual-sport motorcycle adventures.
Our Mission
Our mission is to honor and encourage veterans and first responders who are struggling and provide them with opportunities to decompress, get unstuck, connect with like-minded peers, and gain new perspectives and skills for dealing with their issues, relationships and futures.
August 18, 2020
Gift: (15) $15.00 King Soopers Gift Cards
Hope House Colorado
6475 Benton Street BLDG A, Arvada, CO 80003
Phone: (303) 429-1012
Email: info@hopehousecolorado.org
Website: https://www.hopehousecolorado.org/
Hope House is metro-Denver’s only resource providing free self-sufficiency programs to teen moms, including Residential, GED, and College & Career Programs. Additional supportive services include parenting and healthy relationship classes, life skills workshops and certified counseling, all designed to prepare them for long-term independence.
August 19, 2020
Gift: 15 Overnight Bags for homeless
Aurora Warms The Night
10229 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80010
Phone: (303) 343.0537
Website: https://www.aurorawarmsthenight.org/
Aurora Warms the Night (AWTN) shelters those experiencing homelessness in the winter when temperatures reach 20 degrees or colder. Year-round services include meals, warm clothing, hygiene items, transportation to shelter, laundry vouchers, bus passes, partner agency referrals, and advocacy. We operate these services in order to ensure families and individuals meet their most basic needs, learn new skills, and access resources to transition out of homelessness.
August 21, 2020
Gift: (15) $15.00 King Soopers gift cards
Denver CASA
960 N. Clarkson Street
Phone: (303) 832-4592
Website: https://denvercasa.org/
All of the work we do is on children’s behalf, driven by our mission and vision, and the values we hold in common.
Our Vision: Every child in Colorado has a voice and a hopeful future. Join Us!
Our Mission: To strengthen local CASA programs and advocate for children in the child welfare system.
Our Values: Children in need deserve a voice, Data-Informed Advocacy, Diversity, and Inclusion, Collaboration