Ways to Support St. Jude in Colorado (2024)

Join local supporters in Denver, Colorado Springs and all across Colorado to help St. Jude Children's Research Hospital continue its lifesaving mission of finding cures for childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Attend an upcoming charity event, explore corporate partnerships, plan your giving, volunteer and fundraise with St. Jude in Colorado.

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Events and programs in Colorado

Connect with your local community at one of these upcoming events and join St. Jude in fighting childhood cancer. Click on an event below for more details.

St. Jude Dream Home®Giveaway

Enter theSt. Jude Dream Home®Giveaway for your chance at a dream-come-true home— all while supporting the kids of St. Jude, where families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food.

Denver

Colorado Springs

Colorado Unites for St. Jude Gala

Hosted at the Denver Art Museum,Colorado Unites forSt. Jude celebrates hope and inspiration as we showcase the art of many of our patients in various forms. This can't-miss event features a dinner, auction, and unforgettable St. Jude moments.

Learn More about Colorado Unites

St. Jude Walk/Run® - Denver

Gather with friends, family and your community for the St. Jude Walk/Run®. Taking place each September during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, this free family-friendly event is where you can have fun and get fit while supporting the lifesaving mission of St. Jude: Finding cures. Saving children.®

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St. Jude Heroes Program

Run for a greater purpose when you commit to being a St. Jude Hero®. When you register for your race as a St. Jude Hero, you gain access to an online training program, race-day perks — from a St. Jude singlet to hotel accommodations, depending on your event and fundraising commitment — and possibly even entry into the most exclusive races in the world.

Become a St. Jude Hero®

Radio Partners

Radio listeners in Colorado Springs, Denver, Fort Collins, Grand Junction and all across Colorado unite in the lifesaving misson of St. Jude during our annual radiothons. We are grateful to our radio partners who join us in the mission:

KYGO • iHeartMedia Fort CollinsiHeart Media Colorado SpringsKBNOKMOZ Grand Junction

St. Jude is working to drive the overall survival rate for childhood cancer to 90 percent, and we won't stop until no child dies from cancer.

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When St. Jude opened in 1962, childhood cancer was considered largely incurable. Since then, St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate from 20% to more than 80%, and we won't stop until no child dies from cancer.

St. Jude patient Luna

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St. Jude stories from Colorado

  • Two bouts of childhood cancer at St. Jude reset the course of this Colorado educator's life 'She’s going to want to help people.' Once a competitive skier, Jessie learned the lessons of the slopes, helping others stay on course and avoid obstacles.
  • Ty Morgan: Still passionate for St. Jude Colorado program manager looks forward to his 20th Country Cares for St. Jude Kids radiothon.
  • Teens ski 90,000 vertical feet in one day — and raise more than $9,000 for St. Jude Kayla Anderson was inspired by Inspiration4 commander Jared Isaacman to do something bigger than herself. With her friend Carter, she embarked on an amazing skiing feat for St. Jude.
  • For Carli Taylor-Drake, understanding St. Jude starts with the ABCs Carli has become part of the lifeblood of St. Jude fundraising in Northern Colorado by bringing the St. Jude experience to them.
  • Forty years of helping St. Jude adds up to a lot of memories for Colorado volunteer From Walkin’ the Dog to Dream Home, Epsilon Sigma Alpha member has done it all.
  • Behind the scenes of a St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway In Colorado Springs, builder Covington Homes joins with its trade partners to make a dream come true for one lucky winner, all in support of St. Jude.
  • Despite diminishing vision, longtime volunteer continues to write for St. Jude St. Jude volunteer Alice Robinson does all she can to support St. Jude, even now that she’s lost her vision.
  • Austin's Dream Pick Before Austin passed away in December 2019, the teenager who loved sports had the chance to live many of his dreams. The aspiring sportscaster announced the Denver Broncos pick during the 2018 NFL draft.

Planned Giving

You can support the children ofSt. Jude in the way that best suits your financial and personal goals.

IRAs, donor-advised funds, stocks, gift annuities, trusts and more — choose the planned giving option that is right for you, and your generosity will help children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

Email our Individual Giving teamor visit the link below for more planned giving options.

Plan Your Giving

Corporate Engagement

Give with purpose by creating opportunities for your organization's team members to donate to St. Jude through their work.

Whether you want to sponsor an event or a national campaign, establish workplace giving, or have an executive serve on our Advisory Council, we look forward to partnering with you.

Email our Corporate Engagement team or visit the link below to learn more.

Partner with St. Jude

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Get connected

Contact us directly to get involved and find ways to connect. You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram to stay up-to-date about the exciting events in Colorado.

Denver, Colorado
1660 S. Albion St., Suite 916
Denver, CO 80222
Phone:(720) 440-6400

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Volunteer with St. Jude in Colorado

Fill out the form to learn about the ways you can donate your time to help St. Jude.

Every dollar makes a difference*

  1. Two rehab weights forSt. Jude patients

    Rehab weights help patients regain strength and mobility after undergoing treatment of cancer.

    Donate $50

  2. One red wagon

    Wagons are the preferred mode of travel through the halls of the hospital and around campus for our younger patients.

    Donate $100

  3. One day of oxygen

    St. Jude patients may need oxygen to help their bodies function properly and aid in healing.

    Donate $250

  4. Twenty days of meals for a St. Jude patient

    St. Jude provides patients and their families with meal cards for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Kay Kafe, the hospital’s cafeteria.

    Donate $500

  5. Parent necessities for 20 patient families

    Parents who bring their children to St. Jude often leave home in a hurry and forget to pack day-to-day necessities such as shampoos, razors, deodorant, toothbrushes and lotion. At Tri Delta Place, our short-term housing facility, parents can obtain these essentials free of charge.

    Donate $1,000

  6. An ultrasound study for a St. Jude patient

    An ultrasound study is among the diagnostic imaging tests that doctors use to diagnose and monitor disease and treatment.

    Donate $2,500

  7. Daily room rate of the ICU

    The Intensive Care Unit at St. Jude has twice been recognized with the Beacon Award for Critical Care Excellence given by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. In 2009, the St. Jude ICU became Tennessee’s first ICU to win the honor.

    Donate $5,000

  8. Support St. Jude patients and their families

    Your donation will be used to provide breakthrough research, treatment and cures as you join St. Jude in its livesaving mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®

    Donate Any Amount

*When you make a donation using this information, your donation will be used to provide breakthrough research, treatment and cures. Items listed here are representative of services and supplies that are part of the treatment and care of children at St. Jude. The cost of each item or service is an approximation, and will vary based on actual costs incurred and individual patient needs. Your donation will be used for the general operating needs of St. Jude, where no family ever receives a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food.

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Meet St. Jude patients

  • Meet Marina Marina is a joyful 2-year-old who loves to laugh and dance with her siblings. She was referred to St. Jude after a white glimmer in her pupil led to her being diagnosed with retinoblastoma, an eye cancer.
  • Meet Luis Like many boys his age, Luis wanted to be a soccer player when he grew up. But then he was diagnosed with cancer. Now he wants to help kids like him.
  • Meet Alana Alana didn't let a cancer diagnosis get in the way of her dreams for the future. Neither did St. Jude.
  • Meet Maelin-Kate Maelin-Kate was diagnosed with a rare blood disease at age 5, but her mom says, "Every day, she finds a reason why it's the best day ever."
  • Meet Miguel Miguel is a happy boy who loves to laugh.
  • Meet Ashtyn When Ashtyn’s family learned she had a type of cancerous brain tumor called a medulloblastoma, they turned to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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FAQs

Ways to Support St. Jude in Colorado? ›

You can support the children of St. Jude in the way that best suits your financial and personal goals. IRAs, donor-advised funds, stocks, gift annuities, trusts and more — choose the planned giving option that is right for you, and your generosity will help children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

What percentage of donations actually go to St. Jude's? ›

We're proud that 82 cents of every dollar received goes to support the treatment, research and future needs of St. Jude. Treatments invented at St.

How can I honor St. Jude? ›

Ways to give

Make a donation, memorialize a loved one, give through work or include St. Jude in your will.

How much does the CEO of St. Jude's make a year? ›

Jude is $1.3 million per year. James R Downing is the current President and CEO of St. Jude.

What does St. Jude do to help people? ›

St. Jude is dedicated to treating kids with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. In addition to patient treatment, St. Jude is focused on cutting-edge research to help us better understand pediatric cancer and how to treat it.

What is the St. Jude's controversy? ›

Jude's Children's Hospital, founded by the late actor Danny Thomas and endorsed by numerous celebrities, has been slammed in a just-out report for its financial practices, and for using at least half of its fundraising on administrative and marketing tasks. It also accused the Memphis hospital of “hoarding” its funds.

What charity gives the least to their cause? ›

Here are some of the worst offenders:
  • Kids Wish Network.
  • Cancer Fund of America.
  • Children's Wish Foundation International.
  • American Breast Cancer Foundation.
  • Firefighters Charitable Foundation.
  • Breast Cancer Relief Foundation.
  • International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO.
  • National Veterans Service Fund.
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How much does Dr Downing make at St. Jude's? ›

Suntrapak's base salary is also significantly larger than James Downing's, who is the CEO of St. Jude Children's Resarch Hospital. Tax returns show that Downing received a base salary of $1.19 million in 2021.

Is St Judes well funded? ›

Unlike other hospitals, the majority of funding for St. Jude comes from generous donors. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food.

Which charities have the highest paid CEOs? ›

In 2022, the nonprofit organization in the U.S. with the highest paid CEO was Sentara Health, with an estimated salary of 33.22 million U.S. dollars.

Is St. Jude a good or bad organization? ›

In the past decade, St. Jude has been recognized as a top charity by some of the world's leading charity evaluators. We've also received a favorable rating by the American Institute of Philanthropy, as well as by the financial-rating agency Moody's and Fitch (Fitch Ratings).

What is the difference between St. Jude's and Shriners hospital? ›

Despite there being no affiliation between the two, the two hospital organizations do work together through unofficial channels to ensure the children in their care receive the best possible care. The Shriner's Hospitals specialize in orthopedics and burns, while St. Jude's specializes in childhood cancer treatment.

How do families get chosen for St. Jude? ›

To be accepted at St. Jude, children must be eligible for one of our open clinical trials or meet one of the additional criteria listed below. They must also be referred by a physician or qualified medical professional.

Which charity gives the highest percentage? ›

25 Nonprofits With Over 95% of Donations Going to the Cause
  • Patient Access Network Foundation (97%) ...
  • Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (96%) ...
  • Mayo Clinic (96%) ...
  • The Assistance Fund (96%) ...
  • Cross International (95%) ...
  • Food for the Poor (95%) ...
  • Scholarship America (95%) ...
  • St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance (95%)
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Who is the biggest donor to St. Jude's hospital? ›

Best Buy has raised more than $160 million for the kids of St. Jude since 2013 and continues to make a difference in the fight to end childhood cancer. Best Buy has been the top annual fundraising partner for St. Jude since 2016.

What is St. Jude's success rate? ›

Jude has achieved a 94% survival rate for ALL. The survival rate for ALL was only 4% when St. Jude opened in 1962.

What percentage of donations actually go to Shriners hospital? ›

At Shriners Children's™, stewardship is one of our core values. Approximately 85 percent of all funds spent by Shriners Children's each year is dedicated to patient care, research, and education. We work hard to make sure your gifts are used in the most efficient and effective manner.

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