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A treat to join the MyFriendBen team's AI design session at @garycommunity in Denver this week. Their open source multi-benefit screener, powered by the @PolicyEngineUS API, has already helped over 65,000 families across five states identify benefits they might be eligible for.

“If Colorado’s design were implemented in every US state, #ChildPoverty nationwide could be reduced by more than one-third.” Stephen Roll, Jenn Finders & Leah Hamilton discuss why CO's gains are at risk & this is a key moment. @PolicyFamily @garycommunity theconversation.com/federal-benefi…

Homeownership has long been America’s primary wealth-building tool, yet 44M renters have largely been shut out. Our new report w/ @AspenFSP explores tenant equity and the launch of Colorado Renter Rewards, a new program helping renters build wealth. garycommunity.org/news-insights/…

Building Generational Wealth Webinar | February 27 | 11 AM MST In this webinar, RMP Cradle to Career, Gary Community Ventures, and StriveTogether will dig into what generational wealth looks like. 👉 Register to join us: forms.gle/GwS7momaDCvhBB…

We are proud to have supported the Family Affordability Tax Credit. New research shows the credit linked to a 20% reduction in child poverty on its own, & nearly 40% when combined w/ other CO tax credits. Learn more about the impact: garycommunity.org/news-insights/…

Colorado’s family-oriented tax credits gave ‘light and hope’ to one mom — but costs make their future uncertain trib.al/e0a5W0w

Research by CSD & @PolicyFamily, in partnership with @garycommunity, @ColoradoKidsOrg, & Child Trends, shows that CO lifted >52K kids out of poverty last year. @NColtrain (@denverpost) discusses the study & how a new policy shaped options for one family. denverpost.com/2026/02/09/col…

Learn more here: coloradorenterrewards.com

Colorado and @GovofCO have launched the Colorado Renter Rewards — a first-of-its-kind initiative that allows renters to earn cash back for on-time rent payments and share in a property’s equity as it grows.

In a new Baby Bonds blog, leaders at @GaryCommunity Ventures share how their early wealth-building pilot in Colorado is testing the simple idea that wealth (not just income!) is the foundation of lasting economic mobility. racepowerpolicy.org/2025/12/early-…

Why can’t the tools of wealth work for communities? We’re piloting early wealth-building accounts—$20K invested for 100 teens from Medicaid-eligible families in partnership w/ @ImpactDAF—to increase access to education, homeownership & more. Read on ⬇️ garycommunity.org/news-insights/…

Funded through the generosity of @GaryCommunity Ventures, the research shows that, because of the Family Affordability Tax Credit, Colorado had the lowest rate of childhood poverty in the United States. #ChildTaxCredit #CTC denverpost.com/2025/12/31/col…

Shortly after we launched My Spark Denver, which provides $1K/year to help Denver middle schoolers access afterschool programs, @AthleticBeyond swiftly became one of the most popular providers. Out of hundreds of options. Why? Narcy Jackson explains: garycommunity.org/changemaker/na…

Afterschool activities aren't nice to have. They're must-haves. That's My Spark Denver's mantra. After 2 years of providing $1K/year to help 4K middle schoolers access 200+ afterschool activities, the results were clear. Read on in our latest case study: garycommunity.org/case-study/my-…

Leverage business, policy, and philanthropy to reshape the arc of opportunity for Colorado kids and families! @GaryCommunity is hiring! Role: Platform & Systems Specialist Location: Denver, CO Learn more 👉 techjobsforgood.com/companies/gary… #TechForGood #TechJobs