Each year, the Give! team, along with local leaders in business, media, and philanthropy, makes it easy for you to discover and donate to trusted nonprofits in the Pikes Peak region. Our expert review committee carefully vets every applicant, ensuring solid financials, ethical practices, and proven impact. Eligible nonprofits must serve the Pikes Peak region, address unmet needs in innovative ways, and benefit from reaching a broader audience.
Give! Nonprofit profile: Sunrise Service Dogs
What
At Sunrise Service Dogs, we transform lives by pairing people with disabilities with expertly trained service dogs at no cost. We specialize in training carefully selected dogs for mobility assistance, psychiatric support, and medical alert tasks, giving back confidence and independence to incredible members of our community.
Why
Our service dogs transform the lives of individuals with disabilities and their loved ones, which in turn benefits the wider community. By fostering independence, boosting mental health and providing emergency assistance, our service dogs help create more inclusive, compassionate, and resilient communities.
Goals
We aim to start 15 specially selected dogs and their human partners on their service journey over the next year. That means giving hope and a chance at added independence to 15 families – support that Sunrise Service Dogs cannot achieve without your contributions.
Did you know
It takes over $30,000, 18 months and hundreds of dedicated hours to raise a special canine companion from puppyhood to professional service.
Donate
Help fund the good work of Sunrise Service Dogs at Campaign.GivePikesPeak.org/nonprofit/sunrise-service-dogs.
“Thanks to my service dog’s consistent task performance and mature behavior, I now enjoy the confidence to be independent at home for hours – no longer needing constant supervision. Our strengthening bond is my gateway to autonomy.” — Service dog graduate, April 2024
Give! Nonprofit profile: Colorado Springs Festival of Lights
What
The Colorado Springs Festival of Lights Parade is a beloved 40-year holiday tradition, fully funded by a dedicated board of volunteers as well as grants, donations and sponsorships. It’s completely free to the public and accessible to anyone in the community. The annual parade brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate the holiday traditions that are most meaningful to their families and friends.
Why
Around 60-80,000 spectators view the parade completely free each year! Anyone, regardless of circumstance or social status, can come out to enjoy the parade. The event is run by a dedicated board of volunteers and is funded through a combination of donations, grants and sponsorships. It is not funded by any government or business entity and is managed by the board and two paid contractors.
Goals
We seek to expand our funding mechanisms to ensure sustainability beyond the current board and into the distant future. The Parade belongs to us all and isn’t owned by any one entity or mission. Its mission is to provide holiday spirit and love to the whole community.
Did you know
The Parade has been a longtime tradition since 1984, run by only a nonprofit volunteer board and two part-time paid contractors. It’s completely funded by donations, sponsors and grants.
Donate
Help fund the good work of the Colorado Springs Festival of Lights at Campaign.GivePikesPeak.org/nonprofit/colorado-springs-festival-of-lights.
“I love the holidays! Every year I love seeing people from all walks of life come together to celebrate this holiday tradition. It’s my personal kickoff to the holiday season!” — Abby Kappel
