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DSF Scholar to Harvard Scientist and Lifelong Learner

DSF Scholar to Harvard Scientist and Lifelong Learner

DSF Alum Santos Navarro Arriola went from CU Boulder to pursuing a Ph.D. at Harvard. Discover his inspiring journey in ...
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06.01.23 – Denver Nonprofit Created Recipe to Increase College Enrollment & Completion

DSF Grad Maritza Medina Pursues Next Degree

DSF Grad Maritza Medina Pursues Next Degree

Better Business Bureau Continues to Help DSF Scholars Pursue their Education and Career Goals

Better Business Bureau Continues to Help DSF Scholars Pursue their Education and Career Goals

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DSF Scholar Builds Leadership Skills at DU

DSF Scholar Builds Leadership Skills at DU

Since her senior year at South High School, Arleth Ocon knew she wanted to pursue social work. One of the tough decisions she had to ...
DSF Alumna Supports Students as COSI Grant Coordinator

DSF Alumna Supports Students as COSI Grant Coordinator

Rachel Taylor has always been drawn to education, partly because of the impact it made in her life as a young person growing up in ...
DSF Alumna Stays Connected and Inspires Future DPS Graduates

DSF Alumna Stays Connected and Inspires Future DPS Graduates

For many first-generation college students that Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) serves, it can ...
Janus Henderson Expands Support for DSF Scholars

Janus Henderson Expands Support for DSF Scholars

The Janus Henderson Foundation Grows Partnership with DSF in Support of Scholarships  Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is proud ...
DSF Scholar Reflects On Her Journey and Gives Back To Others

DSF Scholar Reflects On Her Journey and Gives Back To Others

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) Scholar Graciela Valencia is a first-generation college student at the University of Colorado (CU) ...
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20 questions with…. DSF College Advisor and Alum, Ambria! 😇🎓🎉

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Acompáñenos este miércoles 18 de marzo de 6:00 a 7:00 p.m. para un seminario web que está diseñado para familias de estudiantes en los grados 9–11 que desean entender el proceso de ir a la universidad, cómo aplicar para ayuda financiera y cómo empezar desde ahora. 🎓

Durante el seminario, revisaremos vocabulario clave y fechas importantes, la información necesaria para las solicitudes universitarias y de ayuda financiera, y los pasos que las familias pueden tomar hoy mismo. Las familias aprenderán que la universidad y la ayuda financiera son opciones disponibles para todos los estudiantes y cómo prepararse y navegar el proceso con confianza.

📅 Visita el enlace en nuestra biografía para registrarte.
With over 270 attendees, we are so grateful to everyone who joined us for DSF’s 11th Annual Scholar Summit! 🎉

From engaging workshops and meaningful networking to exciting giveaways, DSF Scholars and Alumni spent Friday building their confidence and expanding their networks. 👏🏼

Stay tuned for DSF’s next event! 💙
Join us in celebrating Kimberley Villegas, DSF’s newest Values Valedictorian! 🎉

Chosen by her peers, this honor recognizes a staff member who truly embodies DSF’s core values: Innovation, Integrity, Relationships, Learning, Leadership, and Equity.

Since joining DSF over three years ago as the Marketing and Communications Manager, Kimberley has brought her passion for community and storytelling to life. Whether she’s supporting staff through media call centers, conducting one-on-one interviews with DSF Scholars and Alumni, or connecting with partners at DSF events, Kimberley’s kind and welcoming energy shines throughout the organization.

Her impact extends far beyond the Marketing and Communications team. Kimberley is actively involved in DSF’s Parent and Family Engagement Committee, JEDI Committee, and Culture Engagement Committee, demonstrating her deep commitment to our mission in everything she does.

While her involvement consistently exceeds expectations, she carries it all with tremendous grace. Kimberley is a true example of what it means to be a Values Valedictorian at DSF. Join us in celebrating Kimberley and this well-deserved recognition! 👏
Join us this Wednesday, March 11th at 6:00-7:00 p.m. on Zoom, for a webinar designed for 9th–11th grade families who want to understand how the college and financial aid process works and how to get started. 🎓

We will review important vocabulary, timelines, information needed for college and financial aid applications and share concrete steps families can take today. Families will leave knowing that college and financial aid are available options and how to prepare and navigate the process with confidence.

Visit the link in our bio to register! 📅