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In U.S. coastal and offshore waters, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico, tens of thousands of oil and gas wells pose a growing environmental and financial liability. Of these, more than 7,300 offshore wells remain idled and await decommissioning, which could cost as much as $70 billion. Without cleanup, these wells risk becoming environmental hazards … Read more

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) Scholar and graduate of John F. Kennedy High School, Erick Plata, completed his first year at Colorado State University (CSU), where he is majoring in Construction Management. While his original dream was to become a professional soccer player, that dream evolved, thanks in part to life events, self-reflection, and an inspiring … Read more

Graduation season always brings a sense of joy and reflection—but this year, the moment feels especially powerful.  Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is proud to celebrate the Class of 2025, especially the incredible DSF Scholars and Denver Public Schools (DPS) seniors who walked across the stage and into their next chapter. These graduates represent more than … Read more

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) has once again been named one of The Denver Post’s Top Workplaces in Denver for 2025! This marks the sixth time DSF has received this honor—an achievement made even more meaningful because it comes directly from the voices of the incredible DSF staff.  This year, DSF ranked among the top 150 … Read more

In partnership with Denver Public Schools (DPS), the Community College of Denver (CCD), University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver), and Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver), Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) recently hosted the Annual DPS and DSF Explore Auraria Campus event, welcoming students and their families for an immersive visit filled with support and … Read more

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) Scholar Angel Campos is graduating this May from Metropolitan State University of Denver with a bachelor’s degree in business marketing. As he completes his college journey, he reflects on how DSF supported him through every step—starting in 9th grade at West High School to college, and now, his transition to a … Read more

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) Alum Jose ‘Santos’ Navarro Arriola graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School (TJ) and attended the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder), where he majored in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. He is now pursuing a Ph.D. at Harvard University, focusing his research on diabetes and the molecular effects of hyperglycemia on … Read more

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) recently hosted the Gathering of Gratitude Breakfast and 10th Annual Scholar Summit, bringing DSF Scholars and Alumni, Named Scholarship Donors, and dedicated supporters together. Held in early March, at the one and only Empower Field at Mile High, this event is designed to help DSF Scholars and Alumni grow their personal … Read more

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) Alum and Campus Advisor Alyssa Diaz is dedicated to helping fellow Denver Public Schools (DPS) graduates navigate their educational journeys and plan their futures. A proud graduate of North High School and the University of Colorado Denver—where she earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees—Alyssa now gives back to the community … Read more

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) Alum Elizabeth Gutierrez-Gutierrez was born and raised in Denver. She attended South High School and later enrolled at the University of Denver, where she majored in Marketing. As the oldest of seven children, she naturally became the default translator for her family. She is currently a Marketing Strategist. Her parents instilled … Read more