Give Local This Holiday Season with Centennial Cares

Published on November 09, 2026

Share Joy. Make a Difference.

The season of giving starts close to home. Centennial Cares returns with opportunities to support the causes that help our community thrive. From stocking food bank shelves to bringing comfort to children, residents and businesses can find meaningful ways to give back.

“Residents frequently ask me how they can help our community,” said Mayor Christine Sweetland. “Centennial Cares connects your generosity with opportunities to make a difference for our neighbors, and getting started can be as simple as finding a cause you care about.”

Whether you give your time, make a donation or help spread the word, every contribution can make a difference.

Meet the Organizations of Centennial Cares!

Explore the participating organizations below and find a cause that speaks to you:

• Arapahoe County and Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office: Brighten the holidays for local children and families. Give through Partnering for the Holidays or contribute toys through the Sheriff’s Office holiday drives.
• Back the Blue K-9 Force: Celebrate 10 years of supporting law enforcement K-9s. Donate to help provide equipment and medical care for these four-legged public servants.
• Centennial Arts and Cultural Foundation: Help keep creativity thriving as the foundation celebrates five years of art and community. Donate, volunteer or sponsor arts and cultural projects in Centennial.
• Cherish Children Adoption International (CCAI): Support children waiting for families and adoptees throughout their lives. Donate to help fund care, education and programs for children and adoptive families.
• Cherry Creek Schools Foundation: Help elevate what’s possible for Cherry Creek students and educators. Donate to support classroom grants, scholarships and student well-being.
• Colorado Gives Foundation: Find a cause close to your heart, close to home or across Colorado. Explore nonprofits and donate through ColoradoGives.org on Colorado Gives Day, December 8, or throughout the year.
• Freedom Service Dogs of America: Help prepare service dogs to support people with disabilities. Donate, raise a puppy or apply to foster a dog in training.
• Hope Starts Here Food Bank: Help families in the southeast Denver metro area access food and community support. Make a financial contribution or volunteer to help distribute groceries.
• Hope’s Provision Food Bank: Keep local families stocked with groceries and everyday essentials. Donate food, personal care products or baby supplies, or volunteer to lend a hand.
• Littleton Public Schools Foundation: Invest in opportunities that help students thrive. Donate, become a community partner or sponsor an event supporting student programs and educator resources.
• Make Mental Health Matter: Help build a community where conversations about mental health lead to connection and support. Donate or sponsor education, suicide prevention training and community wellness programs.
• Mile High Equestrian & Rescue: Give rescued horses a fresh start through care, rehabilitation and training. Donate, sponsor a horse or explore volunteer opportunities.
• Nourish Meals on Wheels: Deliver nourishment and connection to older and homebound adults. Donate or volunteer to bring meals and a friendly face to neighbors.
• Philo’s Kitchen: Turn surplus food into nourishing meals for neighbors facing food insecurity. Donate or volunteer to help rescue ingredients, prepare meals and reduce food waste.
• Project C.U.R.E.: Help equip health care providers in communities around the world. Donate or volunteer locally to sort and pack medical supplies for shipment.
• Sites and Insights: Support people impacted by cancer through creativity and connection. Donate or volunteer to help make mindful art programs available at no cost to patients, survivors and caregivers.
• South Metro Medical Equipment Loan Closet: Help adults access medical equipment while recovering from surgery, illness or injury. Give financially or arrange an appointment to donate equipment for free community loans.
• Sweet Dream in a Bag: Bring comfort to children with new, personalized bedding packages. Donate to help provide Sweet Dream Bags and give children a cozy place to rest.
• The Salvation Army, Centennial Corps: Help local neighbors meet every day needs this holiday season. Explore the Angel Tree Registry, become a Volunteer Bell Ringer or give to the Centennial Virtual Red Kettle.

About Centennial Cares

Launched in 2023, Centennial Cares is the City’s annual holiday campaign connecting the community with opportunities to support nonprofits and community partners. It celebrates the generosity of residents, businesses and organizations.

Participate in Centennial Cares: Interested in participating in Centennial Cares? Nonprofits and community organizations interested in future campaigns can visit centennialco.gov/cares to learn how to participate.