Empowering Communities & Inspiring Change

Supporting Denver Metro residents to lead healthy, educated, and self-sufficient lives through targeted support for nonprofits and community programs

Our Mission

 The Schlessman Family Foundation is dedicated to supporting strong nonprofits that uplift vulnerable Denver Metro residents and enrich the community. We envision a Denver Metro area where all residents are educated, healthy, and have the opportunity to become self-sufficient, productive members of society.

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Impact Priorities

The Foundation supports programs that foster workforce development, education, senior care, food security, disability services, and homelessness support—targeting essential needs to empower underserved communities.

Our Grants

Community Support

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    Impact

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    Growth

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    Service

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