At MSU Denver, the value of your gift always exceeds your investment. With every gift – no matter the size – you are impacting the future of Colorado through the Roadrunners of today and tomorrow. When you give through the MSU Denver Foundation, your generosity transforms our students’ lives.

The MSU Denver Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit direct-support corporation with a mission to promote the development and general welfare of the University. The Foundation receives, invests and administers private support to the University by stewarding your contributions according to your intentions.

When you reach your philanthropic goals, you are making it possible for our students to pursue the American Dream of earning a college degree at MSU Denver.

Impact Stories

Day of Giving Rise to the Future Thank You graphic with Rowdy in the background

Celebrating a decade of Day of Giving

May 1, 2026

For ten years, MSU Denver Day of Giving has been the catalyst for raising funds that support so many of the University’s programs, scholarships and clubs, providing our students with the resources they need to be successful! From life-changing opportunities like participating in competitions around the globe and study abroad, to having access to food, scholarships and emergency aid, this annual fundraising event is an anchor for student success.

MSU Denver Debate students from left to right: Benjamin Pexton, Alliton Flores Sanchez and Aksel Silva respond to the competing group's counter statements. Photo by Josh Geurink

Something to talk about

Feb. 27, 2026

MSU Denver Debate was one among the many programs that benefited from donor generosity during 2025 Day of Giving, raising $1,930. This intercollegiate and public debating program focuses on civic, community and competitive debating endeavors in the Denver, regional, national and global arenas.

Dimond Fellow Tyrin Register is a sales coordinator at the Colorado Convention Center. Photo by Alyson McClaran

Investment in hospitality helps students turn their passion into careers

Sept. 19, 2025

The Dimond Family Foundation’s most recent gift expands opportunities for paid internships, scholarships and workforce-ready training.

Two people posing for a photo at the Zonta Club Scholarship dinner

An unexpected blessing

Aug. 7, 2025

Zonta Club of Denver is helping make higher education dreams come true for single-parent students.

More Impact Stories

Generous donors have made thousands of gifts that support MSU Denver students. For more of these impactful stories, click the link below.

More Impact Stories

Because of your support, Roadrunners can cross the finish line

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Donors help students like Damarley Laing

Thank you for supporting MSU Denver students

Annual & Impact Reports

The MSU Denver Foundation doesn’t just raise funds – it builds an expansive Roadrunner community focused on providing the resources and support needed to redefine what is possible for MSU Denver students and the State of Colorado.

Every gift, no matter the amount, creates possibilities.

We invite you to explore our donor stories and get a taste for what is possible when your passion is matched with our needs.

Winter 2018 Roadrunner Development Report

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Summer 2018 Roadrunner Development Report

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Winter 2017 Roadrunner Development Report

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2017 Impact Report

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Li Chen Chen, an English major at MSU Denver, is among six students selected for a new internship focused on public service.

2022 Institute for Public Service Impact Report

MSU Denver Public Service Institute provides a public service curriculum; coursework; high-profile speakers and guest instructors; significant public events, and paid internships for our students in a variety of sectors through individual or cohort-based programming. The aim is to have representation at the local, state, and national levels.

Download the report HERE.