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Focus Points mainly serves residents of the Globeville, Elyria and Swansea neighborhoods—nearly 1,500 individuals annually. 

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José used Focus Points' Adult Education program to gain confidence with his second language.
José grew up in a Spanish speaking home. Now a father, he knows that to support his children, he must take his English to the next level. José used to feel nervous talking on the phone and talking to his children’s teachers. Now, José feels more comfortable speaking English. When asked why learning English is so important to him, José says, “I want to learn more so that my children can be a little bit proud of me.” Your gift helps José and 400 students like him take the next step in their education. 
José grew up in a Spanish speaking home. Now a father, he knows that to support his children, he must take his English to the next level. José used to feel nervous talking on the phone and talking to his children’s teachers. Now, José feels more comfortable speaking English. When asked why learning English is so important to him, José says, “I want to learn more so that my children can be a little bit proud of me.” Your gift helps José and 400 students like him take the next step in their education. 
Luis used Focus Points' Workforce Development program to find a job where he can give back to his community.
Luis grew up in Elyria-Swansea, has graduated high school, and dreams of a career in the music industry. He knew that in order to pursue his dreams he needed reliable transportation and a stable income. Focus Points referred Luis to an opportunity at the Growhaus, a partner organization just 2 blocks from where Luis grew up and helped him with his application. Now Luis works on increasing food security in this community while planning for his future. Each year, Focus Points helps 140 people like Luis take the next step towards a sustainable income. 
Luis grew up in Elyria-Swansea, has graduated high school, and dreams of a career in the music industry. He knew that in order to pursue his dreams he needed reliable transportation and a stable income. Focus Points referred Luis to an opportunity at the Growhaus, a partner organization just 2 blocks from where Luis grew up and helped him with his application. Now Luis works on increasing food security in this community while planning for his future. Each year, Focus Points helps 140 people like Luis take the next step towards a sustainable income. 
Erika used Comal Heritage Food Incubator as a vehicle to launch her very own business.
Erika was always an excellent chef, but she dreamed of taking her cooking to the next level by turning it into a food truck to support her family. After learning invaluable culinary skills and obtaining the certifications necessary to operate a food business at Comal Heritage Food Incubator, Erika has launched her very own food truck: Prieto’s Catering. Each year, 15 refugees and immigrant are trained in culinary entrepreneurship at Comal.
Erika was always an excellent chef, but she dreamed of taking her cooking to the next level by turning it into a food truck to support her family. After learning invaluable culinary skills and obtaining the certifications necessary to operate a food business at Comal Heritage Food Incubator, Erika has launched her very own food truck: Prieto’s Catering. Each year, 15 refugees and immigrant are trained in culinary entrepreneurship at Comal.
Focus Points is a founding partner of the Denver Metro Emergency Food Network,whose mission is to prepare and deliver free meals to children, homebound families, individuals and needy seniors.
DMEFN has already surpassed its goal of delivering 30,000 meals and as of April 15th has delivered 60,000 meals to feed hungry children and families. One grateful meal recipient shared this message with us: “I got my first delivery of meals last week and I got another one today. I have to thank you so very much. I don’t know what I would do without you and your organization. And the food is absolutely delicious. Please pass on to your chefs that their hard work is not in vain. God bless you all, keep you safe and healthy for helping us.” -Francis
DMEFN has already surpassed its goal of delivering 30,000 meals and as of April 15th has delivered 60,000 meals to feed hungry children and families. One grateful meal recipient shared this message with us: “I got my first delivery of meals last week and I got another one today. I have to thank you so very much. I don’t know what I would do without you and your organization. And the food is absolutely delicious. Please pass on to your chefs that their hard work is not in vain. God bless you all, keep you safe and healthy for helping us.” -Francis
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An underserved neighborhood with deep roots in Denver

Our main service area encompasses Globeville, Elyria and Swansea (GES). These neighborhoods are home to multigenerational homeowners and renters, mostly of Latin American descent. Some are recent immigrants, and some have been home owners for generations. We also serve refugee populations who are making their new homes in Denver or Aurora.
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There are only enough licensed childcare spots for 45% of children living in GES.

Learn about Focus Points’ work and the impact the organization has on families in the greater northeast Denver area. Video by Thomas Crandall.

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