El Grupo Vida

A nonprofit organization

$15,087 raised by 76 donors

15% complete

$100,000 Goal

We value: Families, Self-Advocacy and Leadership.

Vision: We believe firmly, that with love, wisdom, and support of their families and communities, individuals with disabilities can experience and live happy and productive lives.

The mission of El Grupo VIDA is to empower individuals with disabilities and their families, with information and training, that will support them to be their own best advocate.

Testimonials

We value the feedback that families share at every conference and here is what families think of this annual professional development experience:

"I enjoyed the workshops and sharing with other people who are in the same situation"
"I learned a things that I ignored and I will help other people"
"This is the third time I attend the conference and am increasingly impressed with the work they do. They were grateful for a mother with a son who has autism ... "
"I liked knowing that we are not alone, that there are more families like me"
"I learned of resources that did not know"

Mission

Empower immigrants with disabilities and their families with information, training, and direct advocacy to help them become more self-sufficient and give our community a voice, raising awareness about our rights.

Background Statement

Milestones & Instituted Activities

1989 Established grassroots organization

March 2006 Received 501(c)(3) status

November 2013 Hired new Executive Director

January 2014 Three year Stategic Planning Meeting

October 2014 25 years Anniversary

Annual Youth Dances

Annual Picnic for Families

Annual Grupo Vida Conference in October (26th Anniversary 2023)

Annual Thanksgiving Dinner for Families in November

Monthly Educational Training and Support Groups

Educational Workshops throughout the year

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

El Grupo Vida

other names

EGV

Year Established

2006

Tax id (EIN)

20-1082607

Category

Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy

Organization Size

Medium Organization

Address

3443 S Galena St Unit 120
Denver, CO 80231

Service areas

Arapahoe County, CO, US

Denver, CO, US

Douglas County, CO, US

Jefferson County, CO, US

CO, US

Phone

303 335 9875

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