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"The Gathering Place is the kind of place that will restore your hope in people."  - Leslie Foster, Former President (1990-2019)

Founded in 1986, The Gathering Place is the only daytime drop-in center in metropolitan Denver that serves women, transgender individuals, and their children who are experiencing poverty, many of whom are also experiencing homelessness. While we refer to those we serve as "members", no fees are ever charged for programs or services.

We believe deeply in the power of our community and continually work to make it stronger. Our key values include recognizing individual strengths, building respect and trust, and offering unconditional acceptance. 

Latest from The Gathering Place

September 30, 2020
byKate Mazzotta, Communications Manager

After long and thoughtful consideration, The Board and the Executive Team of The Gathering Place have concluded that it is time to discontinue our social enterprise, Art Restart, and The Card Project. 

June 15, 2020
byKate Mazzotta, Communications Manager

The current administration's rollback of the Affordable Care Act rulings that protected transgender persons from health care discrimination is cruel and inhumane. At The Gathering Place, we assert that health care is a human right and should never be held hostage to political ideology.

June 10, 2020
byKate Mazzotta, Communications Manager

Right now, our services are more necessary than ever. Unemployment has spiked to over 12% in Denver alone; additionally, it is estimated that nearly half of all people making less than $40,000 are unemployed. Food insecurity was a crisis before COVID-19; rising unemployment means it will only get worse. In addition, the population we serve is at the greatest risk of contracting and dying from COVID-19. The Gathering Place is working to connect individuals who potentially have COVID-19 to life-saving resources. 

This Wishlist Wednesday, you can help in one of three ways.

  • Read Our Blog

    Our blog is a resource of fact sheets, white papers, and articles written or aggregated by The Gathering Place's communications staff. It's also the best way to learn more about what is happening inside the organization.

  • Are you in need of services or programs at The Gathering Place? Learn more about how to receive services as well as the variety of programs we offer.

  • In addition to serving members, we strive to educate our community on the complex issues facing women in poverty. Explore our comprehensive research library to learn more.

Many Thanks to the Kind Generosity of The Gathering Place Donors