University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) announced today it has received a $2.25 million grant from the Reisher Scholars Program at The Denver Foundation as part of a landmark $25 million initiative marking the 25th anniversary of the program. The funds will be directed to UCCS students over the next two academic years. 

The grant is part of a statewide investment by the Reisher Scholars Program at The Denver Foundation, recognizing colleges and universities that share a commitment to expanding access, opportunity, and success for Colorado students. UCCS is among a group of current and future Reisher partner institutions across the state to receive anniversary funding. 

"At UCCS, we know that talent and determination are found in every corner of our community, but opportunity is not always equally accessible," said Chancellor Jennifer Sobanet. "This investment will allow us to expand our support, helping more students overcome barriers, complete their degrees, and create lasting impact in our community and beyond. We are deeply grateful to The Denver Foundation and the Reisher family for their enduring commitment to student success." 

UCCS has partnered with the Reisher Scholars Program since 2009, supporting driven students from all backgrounds who are in pursuit of their UCCS degree. This additional funding will allow UCCS to help students who face interruptions along their educational journey and will support the launch of three new scholarship initiatives.  

"This investment celebrates 25 years of transformative partnerships and positions the Reisher Scholars Program for its next chapter of growth," said Javier Alberto Soto, President and CEO of The Denver Foundation, which administers the scholarship program. "By putting significant resources directly into the hands of institutions that share our commitment to student success, we are strengthening relationships statewide and opening doors for the next generation of Colorado scholars." 

For more information about the Reisher Scholars Program, visit  https://denverfoundation.org/scholarships/reisher/. For more information about scholarships at UCCS, visit uccs.edu/admissions-aid/scholarships  

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About University of Colorado Colorado Springs  

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a leading public research university in Southern Colorado, dedicated to fueling innovation, advancing knowledge, and serving all the communities of Colorado. Nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak, UCCS combines academic excellence with a spirit of exploration, offering a wide variety of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across six colleges. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, research and community engagement, UCCS empowers students to turn ideas into impact. As part of the state’s largest university system, UCCS drives economic and workforce development in the Pikes Peak region and beyond. For more information, please visit uccs.edu. 

About the Reisher Scholars Program at The Denver Foundation 

The Reisher Scholars Program has supported Colorado students for 25 years through partnerships with colleges and universities across the state. Made possible by the Reisher Family Foundation, the program is administered by The Denver Foundation. 

For 100 years, The Denver Foundation, its generous donors, and community partners have been building a stronger, thriving Denver, Colorado, and beyond. Centered in racial equity, The Denver Foundation prioritizes housing, climate and environment, youth well-being, and economic mobility. Providing more than $1.6B in grants to local nonprofits in it’s 100 year history.