08/20/2024
The Shaka Franklin Foundation for Youth invites you to the third annual Love Our Children Par 3 Golf Tournament taking place THIS week on Thursday, August 22 from 4-8 p.m.!
Golf Day Schedule
3:30 p.m. Registration
4-4:30 p.m. - Tee off
6 p.m. - Awards
Appetizers & Refreshments
We are accepting last-minute sign-ups, so please reach out!
Learn more: https://shaka.org/events
08/19/2024
THIS WEEK: The Shaka Franklin Foundation for Youth invites you to the third annual Love Our Children Par 3 Golf Tournament! Your support helps our important mission: youth su***de prevention and intervention efforts as well as mental health community and advocacy support for families and children. Note that this event is for golfers and non-golfers alike. Join us for an evening of cocktails and dinner at Broken Tee Golf Course. This is all taking place on Thursday, August 22 from 4-8 p.m.
Learn more: https://shaka.org/events
Hosted at the Broken Tee Golf Course
2101 W Oxford Ave, Englewood, CO 80010
Enjoy an evening of savoring our cocktails and dinner menu.
Tickets: $45 per person
Reservations, payments, information
contact us at [email protected] or 303-337-2515
Shaka Franklin Foundation for Youth
8101 E. Dartmouth Ave.
Denver, CO 80231
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01/15/2024
Les Franklin has been Inducted into the Prestigious Marquis Who's Who Biographical Registry
Mr. Les Franklin is honored for his commitment to su***de prevention as the founder and board chair of The Shaka Franklin Foundation for Youth
Read more: https://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/507381/les-franklin-has-been-inducted-into-the-prestigious-marquis-whos-who-biographical-registry
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Les Franklin has been Inducted into the Prestigious Marquis Who's Who Biographical Registry
January 10, 2024 -- Mr. Les Franklin is honored for his commitment to su***de prevention as the founder and board chair of The Shaka Franklin Foundation for Youth
12/04/2023
Tomorrow is the BIG day: Colorado Gives Day!
It's a wonderful time to celebrate and support your favorite nonprofits in Colorado. Through tomorrow, all donations made online count toward Colorado Gives Day and the $1M+ Incentive Fund. We are so appreciative of all of the support we receive from our community.
12/04/2023
Tomorrow is the BIG day: Colorado Gives Day!
It's a wonderful time to celebrate and support your favorite nonprofits in Colorado. Through tomorrow, all donations made online count toward Colorado Gives Day and the $1M+ Incentive Fund. We are so appreciative of all of the support we receive from our community.
Your gift makes a difference: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/ShakaFranklinFoundationYouth
11/27/2023
Colorado Gives Day is December 5! This is a great time to support your favorite nonprofit and get behind the important work that they do. We are so grateful for all of the support we receive and hope you will consider giving.
Learn more: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/ShakaFranklinFoundationYouth
Colorado Gives Foundation
03/13/2023
In February, Denver Urban Spectrum celebrated Black history with deep pride in the accomplishments made in our communities and with the ultimate optimism for what is to come. They celebrated the 2023 African Americans Who Make a Difference, the Urban Spectrum’s annual recognition of those positively impacting the lives of others. Our very own Les Franklin was honored to receive this prestigious award for 2023. Be sure to watch the entire celebration:
https://youtu.be/q5oSyHW_PzU
2023 Urban Spectrum African American Who Make A Difference
In February, Denver Urban Spectrum celebrated Black history with deep pride in the accomplishments made in our communities and with the ultimate optimism for...
01/23/2023
You're invited to a special event taking place on January 27 (THIS Friday)!
African Chamber of Commerce Presents Second Business Awards Reception | Special Guests Include Journalist Roland S. Martin and Actor John Amos
The African Chamber of Commerce Colorado is hosting the second annual Business Awards Reception on January 27, 2023. Special guests include journalist Roland S. Martin and actor (as well as Shaka Franklin Foundation board member) John Amos. Keynote speaker will be US Representative for Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District Joe Neguse.
In addition to attendees enjoying food, African dancing, networking, and a silent auction the event will include a business video awards ceremony and a presentation by the African Chamber of Commerce. John Amos will be receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award from the African Chamber of Commerce.
The event will be held at the Infinity Park Event Center, 4400 E. Kentucky Ave., in Glendale, CO from 5:30 to 9 p.m. A VIP reception will be held at 5 p.m. General admission tickets are available for $55 and VIP tickets are $120. VIP ticket holders will have the opportunity to meet special guests Roland S. Martin and John Amos.
Purchase your tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-business-awards-reception-tickets-440452233487
https://youtu.be/EKCEJTWuQx0
12/22/2022
From our family to yours, we're wishing you a very happy holiday! We hope that you're able to savor a bit of relaxation, joy and togetherness during these last few days of 2022. Please know how grateful we are for your ongoing support.