School Supply Drive donates 300 backpacks to disadvantaged children

Co-chairs Jennifer DiLalla of Morrison Foerster and Karen Spaulding of Beatty & Wozniak spearheaded the 2010 DBA’s Community Action Network (CAN) School Supply Drive. CAN collected more than $2,000 in cash donations and filled 300 backpacks with basic school supplies. This year’s event benefits children in Denver Public Schools’ Educational Outreach Program, Children’s Outreach Project, and Mile High Comitis. More than 40 firms in the metro area collected donations from July 19–30. Volunteers from the committee stuffed backpacks on Saturday, Aug. 7, and handed them out at the Denver Zoo on Sunday, Aug. 8. All volunteers and beneficiaries also enjoyed a free day at zoo! Thank you to everyone who donated to this great cause.

Wheels of Justice cycling team raises $1 million in 5 years for Children’s Hospital

On Tuesday, Aug. 31, members of the Wheels of Justice cycling team presented the Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders with a big $1 million check, the amount the team has raised over the last five years. Come celebrate with the team, doctors, patients, and DBA leadership at the Wheels of Justice Appreciation Party at the Children’s Hospital on Thursday, Oct. 21, at 6 p.m. The team cycled three days and 157 miles through the Rocky Mountains in support of the Courage Classic, a fundraiser where thousands of bicyclists come together to raise money for the Children’s Hospital. For more information on the team, visit www.wheelsofjusticecycling.org.

Bradley and Stefania Scott take a rest at the top of Freemont Pass during their three-day trek.

Heather Purcell encourages team members to continue their fundraising efforts even after the ride is complete.