Denver Public Schools Foundation

Denver, CO · Founded 1992

Catalyzing change and innovation in Denver Public Schools

Primary audience
Youth and families
Work area
Education
Topic
Community development
Contact
Sara Hazel
Website Contact

About Organization

Based in Denver, CO, Denver Public Schools Foundation is a catalyst for change in DPS, funding innovative programs, supporting teachers, and engaging community partners. The foundation generates $7.6 million in annual revenue while mobilizing resources to close opportunity gaps, strengthen teaching and learning, and ensure that every student in Denver Public Schools succeeds.

What They Focus On

Academic Excellence

Delivering high-quality educational programs to develop knowledge and skills.

Student Success

Supporting learners through comprehensive services and individualized assistance.

Innovation

Advancing educational methods through research and technology integration.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$7.6M

-2.3% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$7.5M

-18.3% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$13.0M

-15.1% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

17

+0% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $7,620,597 $7,504,018 $12,978,105 17
2023 $7,796,710 $9,184,879 $15,290,867 17
2022 $6,184,944 $6,699,524 $15,633,019 14
2021 $5,642,345 $6,221,181 $15,736,493 14
2020 $5,943,994 $6,120,436 $15,964,347 13
2019 $7,715,915 $7,823,781 $17,339,208 15
2018 $12,516,518 $8,763,148 $15,358,303 17

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

Learn more
  • 01

    Assess Needs

    Identify educational gaps through community consultation and data analysis.

  • 02

    Design Programs

    Develop evidence-based curricula tailored to participant needs and learning goals.

  • 03

    Implement Services

    Deliver educational programs with qualified instructors and support resources.

  • 04

    Measure Impact

    Evaluate outcomes and program effectiveness to inform continuous improvement.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Denver Public Schools Foundation

New Skills Ready Initiative

Grant-funded initiative supporting organizational mission and community needs.

Fund Raising & Fund Distribution

Grant-funded initiative supporting organizational mission and community needs.

The Village At Contemporary Learning

Grant-funded initiative supporting organizational mission and community needs.

This Grant Goes To Benefit

Grant-funded initiative supporting organizational mission and community needs.

Mini Grants And United Way

Grant-funded initiative supporting organizational mission and community needs.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Denver Public Schools Foundation.

SH

Sara Hazel

Pres/CEO
Full-time
Compensation: $188,265
RT

Richard Tagle

Pres/CEO Thr
Full-time
Compensation: $16,596
AM

Ashley Muramoto

VP Of Market
Full-time
Compensation: $120,413
JS

Jennifer Struthers-Johnson

Finance Cont
30 hrs/week
Compensation: $67,952
AM

Alanna McKiernan

Member
1 hrs/week
AE

Allie Engelken

Member
1 hrs/week
AH

Alphonso Hawkins

Member
1 hrs/week
BR

Brandy Radey

Member
1 hrs/week
CP

Crystal Potter Rivera

Member
1 hrs/week
DG

Dan Galemba

Member
1 hrs/week
DS

David Salazar

Member
1 hrs/week
JV

Jamie Villarreal Bassett

Member
1 hrs/week
JF

Joe Fortna

Member
1 hrs/week
JN

Jonathan Narlock

Member
1 hrs/week
KC

Kelli Clifton Ogunsanya

Member
1 hrs/week
KA

Kim Allegretti

Member
1 hrs/week
KS

Kristin Stork

Member
1 hrs/week
LV

Laney Vazquez

Member
1 hrs/week
MC

Marisa Carson

Member
1 hrs/week
MV

Michael V Kapoor

Member
1 hrs/week
SC

Stacy Carpenter

Member
1 hrs/week
SH

Sylvia Hilario

Member
1 hrs/week
TL

Tyler Loy

Member
1 hrs/week
VB

Vanecia B Kerr

Member
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1992

Organization Founded

1992

Denver Public Schools Foundation was established to address community needs and advance its mission.

2017

Program Development

2017

Continued growth through expanded services and community engagement.

2024

Community Impact

2024

Demonstrated effectiveness through measurable program outcomes.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

CH
Carmon Hicks Chair 2.00 hrs/week
MC
Mary Clark Treasurer 2.00 hrs/week
NW
Nancy Walsh Secretary 2.00 hrs/week
RG
Rebecca Grant Zarret Edd Chair-Elect 2.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$438K

Highest Paid

$210K

Sara Hazel

Compensated Officers

4

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Sara Hazel PRES/CEO $188,265 $22,136 $210,401 40
Ashley Muramoto VP Of Market $120,413 $8,050 $128,463 40
Jennifer Struthers-Johnson Finance Cont $67,952 $14,924 $82,876 30
Richard Tagle PRES/CEO Thr $16,596 — $16,596 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partially Forgiven

Total Approved

$202K

Total Forgiven

$187K

93% forgiven

Jobs Retained

11

Loan Details 1 loan

$201,600
Partially Forgiven
Forgiven: $186,565 93%
Approved Apr 7, 2020
Lender FirstBank
Jobs Reported 11
Forgiven On Jun 9, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$1.2M Grants Received
$96K Grants Given
22 Organizations

Top Funders

19 total
TA
The Attainment Network
$545K
TD
The Denver Foundation
$158K
RC
Rose Community Foundation
$90K
JS
Justin Simmons Foundation Inc.
$60K
PC
PTA Colorado Congress
$55K
AO
American Online Giving Foundation Inc.
$53K
MH
Mile High United Way Inc.
$47K
CG
Colorado Gives Foundation
$46K
KF
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Of Colorado
$24K
DB
Denver Broncos Foundation
$21K
+9 more funders

Top Grantees

3 total
DS
Denver Scholarship Foundation DENVER, CO
$75K
GF
Grantmakers For Education PORTLAND, OR
$15K
DT
Denver Tennis Park Inc. DENVER, CO
$6K
The Attainment Network The Denver Foundation Rose Community Foundation Justin Simmons Foundation Inc. PTA Colorado Congress American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Mile High United Way Inc. Colorado Gives Foundation Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Of Colorado Denver Broncos Foundation Delta Dental Of Colorado Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Mdc Richmond American Homes Foundation Good Sports Inc. Big Green GenYOUTH Incorporated Round It Up America Inc. Metal Of Honor Fund Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. Denver Scholarship Foundation Grantmakers For Education Denver Tennis Park Inc.
The Attainment Network The Denver Foundation Rose Community Foundation Justin Simmons Foundation Inc. PTA Colorado Congress American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Mile High United Way Inc. Colorado Gives Foundation Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Of Colorado Denver Broncos Foundation Delta Dental Of Colorado Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Mdc Richmond American Homes Foundation Good Sports Inc. Big Green GenYOUTH Incorporated Round It Up America Inc. Metal Of Honor Fund Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. Denver Scholarship Foundation Grantmakers For Education Denver Tennis Park Inc.

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Contact

Get in touch with Denver Public Schools Foundation

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(720) 423-3553

Social

Visit Website
1860 Lincoln Street 10th Floor Denver, CO 80203