{"id":2337,"date":"2026-06-05T05:35:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T11:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/upliftingstar.com\/star1015denver\/philanthropy\/"},"modified":"2026-06-05T05:35:06","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T11:35:06","slug":"philanthropy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/upliftingstar.com\/star1015denver\/philanthropy\/","title":{"rendered":"Philanthropy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t

Your partnership
makes all the difference<\/p>\n\t

Your generosity can bring hope and connection to those who need it most.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmake an impact\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Learn more about ways to give:<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"\"\n

\n\t\t\tHopelessness \u2022 Loneliness \u2022 Isolation\t<\/h1>\n\t

These struggles are rampant in our community, and the sense of social connection is only declining.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"Infographic_50\"\n\t

Over half of US adults report feeling lonely<\/strong> [1]<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"Infographic_70\"\n\t

Among young adults, time spent with friends has decreased by 70% over the last two decades <\/strong>[2]<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"Infographic_1329\"\n\t

29% of households are single-person, up from 13% in 1960.<\/strong> [3]<\/p>\n\t

These feelings of hopelessness and loneliness have devastating consequences:<\/strong><\/p>\n

In the year 2022 alone, 1,293 people tragically committed suicide in the state of Colorado. [4]<\/p>\n

Your generosity can bring hope and connection to those who need it most.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tconnect with our team\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Your commitment to STAR provides:<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\"icon\n\t

HOPE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

STAR’s music and message uplift and encourage listeners every single day.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"icon\n\t

COMMUNITY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Through local events, the prayer wall, social media, and interactions with our staff, listeners find a sense of connection and belonging.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"icon\n\t

GROWTH<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

STAR encourages people into a growing relationship with Jesus through media.<\/p>\n\t

Your generosity can bring hope and connection to those who need it most.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tpartner with star\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\"grand\n\t

 <\/p>\n

Bringing hope beyond the walls of the church<\/h1>\n\n

For many in our audience, traditional religious settings can be intimidating. STAR offers a safe and approachable space where they can encounter the hope of Jesus without fear or pressure.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"454189122_1012948367498381_522046381333262259_n\"\n

\n\t\t\tMaximize your investment\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\"101\n\t

God uses STAR to change lives:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Your support
enables us to reach
hundreds of thousands
of people
across our
listening area.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"101\n\tGoing further
\nwith digital:<\/strong>\nSTAR’s message
\nreaches thousands more
\nvia our streaming
\nand
\nonline platforms.\n\t\t\t\t\"Family\n\t

The Bright Future
of Radio<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Our research shows that 86% of the population spends time with radio every week.
Compared to satellite radio
and podcasting,
radio continues to thrive<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"Studio\"\n\t

STAR is a careful steward of your investment<\/strong><\/p>\n

STAR’s ministry is the message we share to uplift and encourage listeners. Your gift makes that outreach possible.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tconnect with our team\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Ways To Give<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\"giving\n\tLEGACY GIVING
\n<\/strong>Create a lasting impact by including STAR 101.5 in your will or estate plan. Your thoughtful planning<\/a> can make a significant difference in spreading hope and inspiration to our community. \n\t\t\t

I give and devise to STAR 101.5 FM (Tax ID #84-6027303 located in Westminster, CO, all (or state a percentage) of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate, both real and personal, to be used for its general support (or for the support of a specific fund or program).<\/em><\/p>\n

STAR 101.5 Radio
3455 W. 83rd<\/sup> Avenue<\/strong>
Westminster, CO 80031<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pillar Ministries DBA\u202fSTAR 101.5 FM<\/b>,\u202fEIN\u202f84-6027303<\/strong><\/p>\n\tSample Will Language\n\t\t\t\t\"giving\n\tSTOCK DONATIONS
\n<\/strong>Donating appreciated stocks directly to our station can help you avoid capital gains taxes while supporting the positive and uplifting content you love.\u00a0\n\t\t\t\t\"giving\n\tDONOR ADVISED FUNDS
\n<\/strong>Recommend a grant to STAR 99.1 from your DAF and contribute to our mission of delivering encouraging music and messages. It’s a flexible and tax-efficient way to support the causes that matter to you.\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"giving\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tCORPORATE MATCHING FUNDS
\n<\/strong>Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double or even triple your contribution to STAR 99.1. Check with your employer to see if they participate and make your gift go even further in supporting our community. Do you have questions about matching gifts? Click here<\/a> for more information.\u00a0\n\t\t\t\t\"giving\n\tSHARE A-DAY
\n<\/strong>Dedicate a day to honor a loved one, celebrate a milestone, or simply share joy with others. Your sponsorship helps us continue broadcasting uplifting content while marking your special occasion in a meaningful way.\n\t\t\t\t\"giving\n\tCHALLENGE FUND
\n<\/strong>Amplify your impact by contributing to our Challenge Fund. Your donation can be used to inspire others to give by providing matching funds during fundraising campaigns.\u00a0\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tleave your legacy\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

\n\t\t\tmeet the team\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\"Heidi\"\n\t

HEIDI SOSA-GONZALEZ<\/h3>\nPhilanthropy
\nCoordinator\n\t\t\t\t\"Claudia\"\n\t

Claudia Guardado-Wittel<\/h3>\nDirector of Philanthropy
\n& Advancement\n\t\t\t\t\"Staff-photo-Rhiana\"\n\t

Rhiana Fox<\/h3>\nPartner Relations
\nRepresentative\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tconnect with our team\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

STAR’s Impact<\/h1>\n

What our listeners have to say about their experience with STAR:<\/b><\/p>\n\t

“Whenever I’m feeling down I can count on the music from STAR to lift me up and play a song that fits what I am going through in that moment.<\/em>“<\/em><\/p>\nCynthia
\n<\/strong><\/em>Aurora, CO\n\t

“I found this station just flipping through in my car. I listen every day when I’m driving now. It’s so uplifting and puts me in the best mood! Praise God for good people who are choosing to spread light, love, happiness, and hope to others! Keep up the good work and God bless you all!<\/em>“<\/em><\/p>\nJordan
\n<\/strong><\/em>Aurora, CO\n\t

“I work two jobs with sum of one hundred hours a week. STAR keeps me awake on my hour commute home and wakes me up first thing in the morning while keeping me center focused on God”\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\nStephen
\n<\/strong><\/em>Arvada, CO\n

 <\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmake an impact\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

SOURCES:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

[1] GALLUP.<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 [2] HHS.GOV<\/a>
[3] CENSUS<\/a>.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 [4] CDC.<\/a><\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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