Vanguard Skin Specialists is celebrating 15 years of serving patients. In gratitude for the communities where we work, we are awarding 15 grants of $15,000 each to charities in Southern Colorado.

Every year, Vanguard Skin Specialists and clara award grants through the Give Thanks campaign. 2024 will be the largest grant year with a total of $225,000 being awarded.

When does Give Thanks 15×15 take place?

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis in 2024 until all awards are granted. The final deadline to apply is Monday, September 30, 2024. Final awards will be announced in November.

All awarded charities will be showcased on Vanguard and clara’s social media platforms and through displays in our offices.

What are the grant sizes this year?

All grants are in the amount of $15,000 each. Grants will be given to 15 different charities.

Who is eligible to apply?

Must be a school, school-based program, or a registered 501c3. Cannot be a non-operating foundation.

The headquarters for the organization or the beneficiaries of the programs must be located in a county where Vanguard Skin Specialists has an office–Douglas, El Paso, Fremont, Pueblo, and Teller Counties.

The primary work of the organization must fit at least one of the categories below.

Category 1: Locally based organization with national or international beneficiaries:

• Reduce extreme poverty (as defined by UN) by addressing root causes of poverty.
• Improve the rights and opportunities for women and girls so that they can receive an education, livelihood, and life free from abuse.
• Provide individuals with clean water, food, shelter, and medical care in a manner that promotes long-term, sustainable community improvement.
• End the trafficking and abuse of humans.

Category 2: Organization that serves beneficiaries located in Douglas, El Paso, Fremont, Pueblo, or Teller counties:

• Serve vulnerable children and youth.
  • Organizations that support the most vulnerable children in our communities, such as those in foster care or unstable home situations, so that the children can grow up in a safe environment.
  • Organizations that provide food, shelter, and healthcare to infants, children, and youth who would otherwise not have access to those resources.
  • Organizations that support underserved, undereducated, and/or at-risk youth by providing opportunities in education, youth development, workforce readiness, or youth mentorship.
  • Schools or school programs where >80% of students are on free or reduced lunches.
• Break the cycle of poverty
  • Organizations that effectively move people towards economic self-sufficiency.
  • Organizations that provide services, training, and education to low-income individuals so that they have opportunities for advancement.
• Improve access to healthcare
  • Organizations that provide basic medical care to those who would otherwise lack access to care.
  • Organizations that assist individuals in need with access to healthcare through transportation, language translation, etc.
• Protect human rights
  • Organizations that prevent the abuse, trafficking, or slavery of human beings, as well as assisting the victims.
• Honor those who have served our community and country.
  • Organizations that provide education, job training, and basic human services for military veterans and their families.

How can my organization apply for a grant?

We know that applicants are busy making a difference. Thus, our application is easy. To apply, please feel out this application.

Thank you for serving our community and world!

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About clara

clara is medical grade skincare brought to you by Vanguard. All proceeds or 20% of retail sales (whichever is higher) are donated to charity. A portion of the profits funds the Give Thanks campaign.
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About Vanguard Skin Specialists

Vanguard Skin Specialists is a dermatology, plastic surgery and aesthetic practice with locations throughout southern Colorado. Vanguard is committed to providing exceptional patient outcomes in a caring environment. Vanguard’s mission is to make a positive impact on our patients, our community, and our world.
www.vanguardskin.com