Denver Blog

In this installment of Community Partnership Chats, Verizon’s Josh Miller sat down with Dr. Judi Díaz Bonacquisti, Executive Director of Latinas First Foundation, to discuss the incredible work her organization has done in fostering success for Colorado Latinas. By developing strong connections in the community and providing inspiration and support throughout every step of Colorado Latinas’ educational journeys, Latinas First provides the resources and support to allow each individual reach their highest potential. Watch the video to learn more!

Join Verizon’s Josh Miller as he chats with Julia Simmons, President of Amp The Cause–a Denver based nonprofit supporting around 55 other local nonprofits by raising funds, awareness, and volunteerism. Julia and Josh discussed how Amp the Cause is using technology to improve the lives of families through entertainment, annual events and community service. Watch the video to learn more!

In the latest installment of our Community Partnership Chat series, Josh Miller (Colorado Manager, Community Engagement, Verizon) sits down with Lorii Rabinowitz (CEO, Denver Scholarship Foundation) to discuss how the Denver Scholarship Foundation works to help students find their passions and achieve their dreams through education.

Xcel: Welcome to our 11th annual Day of Service in Colorado. Day of Service began in 2010 to honor the anniversary of September 11 and has grown to be Xcel Energy’s largest single-day company volunteer effort. Day of Service is September 9-11 and we are offering a mix of in-person and remote volunteer projects. Volunteer projects during the work week are eligible for VPTO. Xcel Energy employees, family and friends are invited to participate, so choose a project or projects (yes, you can sign up for in-person and take home projects) that work with your schedule and comfort level!

Learn more about this year’s volunteer projects and register.

Verizon’s Josh Miller talked with John White, Events Director for the Center on Colfax about the Center’s mission to support the LGBTQ+ community in the Denver area–particularly during the pandemic–and how the Center plans to celebrate Denver Pride in person and online in 2021.

Verizon’s Josh Miller sat down with Norman Harris, President of the JMF Foundation that leads the Juneteenth Music Festival for a discussion of what the Juneteenth holiday celebrates; how the festival has evolved over the last two years due to the pandemic; the exciting line-up of speakers and musicians at this year’s hybrid in person and virtual festival; and Verizon is supporting some of the virtual event components at this year’s event.

One of the most rewarding aspects of our community engagement work is the opportunity to partner with many non-profit organizations and support innovative programs that help advance the diverse communities we serve.  In May 2020, we launched our Verizon Community Partnerships Initiative to celebrate community organizations supported by Verizon and highlight their important work. 

Today, we feature Jerrica Kirkley, MD, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer, Plume.

Below we share an inspiring conversation with Jerrica about empowering individuals with gender-affirming care through digital health services.