The DCIS Foundation raises money for K-12 Denver Center for International Studies (DCIS) schools to increase frequency and equity for student intercultural education and integrated travel experiences.

We have been helping create global citizens since 1997.

The Gala was a lovely evening filled with wonderful stories,

awards, and the DCIS community.

The room was filled with board members and friends, students, alumni, teachers, administrators, donors, advisors, community leaders, and dignitaries.

"Great job with the event! We had a great time. So many great conversations and stories." Ted, first time attendee

"Wonderful, wonderful. We all had a fantastic time. It touched many people’s hearts." Chrissy, donor

Links to relevant content:

"Can you please send me the link to the 30 minute Denver Botanic Garden's film on the Amache Rose? I can't wait to watch it but I lost the link." Susan, attendee

Denver Botanic Garden's Film, now on PBS, "The Amache Rose"

Amache National Historical Site | National Park Service

Amache Preservation Society |Pilgramage Information

Cherry Blossom Festival, Sakura Square | June 22 - 23, 2024

We raised $44,505*

for DCIS students

* Before expenses and other revenue associated with the Gala

THANK YOU

Volunteers Carol Tobiassen, Jennifer Newton, Lauren Conley, and James Conley

Student photographers Brooklyn Pollack, Camila Kunrath, and Sophia Adams.

Student and Alumni Ambassadors: Evelyn Chavez, Stella Wilson, Eli Gundy, Alex Pappas, Theo Kestyn, Kennah "Phoenix" Davis, Annie Yauk, Gianna Foley, Luca Foley, and Elia Foley

And to all the DCIS teachers, administrators, and staff, past and present, who attended, and helped in any way - We LOVE you!

Please support these thoughtful GALA sponsors.

The DCIS Foundation raises money for K-12 Denver Center for International Studies (DCIS) schools to increase frequency and equity for student intercultural education and integrated travel experiences. We have been helping create global citizens since 1997.

Board of Directors:

Matt Harrison, President

Open, VP/Secretary

Robert Bresnahan, Treasurer

Brady Efting

Dana Novara

Erin Sorce

Dave Smith

Julia Spratt

Lisa Tadiri

Matt Weimer

Stacy Yauk

Council of Advisors:

Sally Bishop

Christine Ekman

Claudia Morlan

Mario Romero

Alumni Leadership Council:

Piper Backburn

Isabella Berggren

Alba-Leea Campos-Castro

Eduardo Chavez

Mackenzie Christman

Ca’la Connors

Eliza Cummings

Emily Frazer-Abel

Malia Josephine

Davina James

Rebecca Lipman

Justice Miles

Brooke Porter

Freya Quist

Balfe Reynoso

Jack Virnich

Sam Wands

Ex-Officio Board (Active):

Dan Lutz, Ph.D., Founder, and Sr. Advisor

Melanie Grant, Founder, and Sr. Advisor

Cara Goman, Past Board President/Advisor

Nina McGibney, Advisor

In Memory & Honor - Board Member:

Dennis Gallagher

Executive Director:

Theresa Meier Conley, Ph.D.