Helping People in Our Community

Ebony Buckner

Ebony Buckner and her 6-year-old son, Shamar, lived out of a suitcase for two years. To escape an abusive relationship, they bounced between short-term housing

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Preston Q

The Quenzer family suffered a devastating setback early this year when their five-year-old son, Preston, was hit by oncoming traffic...

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Lynda Larsen

Lynda was a stage 3 breast cancer survivor and a Butterfly Foundation recipient. After undergoing numerous chemotherapy...

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Anne Hanson

Anne Hanson’s daughter reached out to The Butterfly Foundation requesting if we could help support her mother after she had gone through...

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Launa Stiles

Launa Stiles was devastated when she had lost the love of her life, Sgt. Jonnie L. Stiles, due to a roadside bombing in Afghanistan...

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Supporting Organizations and Events

Red Cross

Thanks to the generosity of The Butterfly Foundation, the American Red Cross purchased a truck (Chevrolet Silverado) to be used for disaster relief...

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Putts 4 Patrick

Putts 4 Patrick, our most personal project. An annual Golf Day event Putts for Patrick serve to raise money. In loving memory of Patrick Fitzgerald...

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The Children's Hospital

The Butterfly Foundation generously donated $10,000.00 in 2017 to support the Denver Children’s Hospital Foundation during the Day of...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of aid is provided by The Butterfly Organization?

The Butterfly Organization provides support to help people having difficulty fulfilling their basic needs, or caring for their health and well-being following a serious loss or illness.

What is the eligibility criteria to be considered as a recipient?

We will first establish that candidates do not have the funds or the physical capability of helping themselves. The final candidate is selected based on a vote by the board of directors. **Applicants must be Colorado residents only**

How long does the assessment period take once I submit a request for aid?

To qualify for assistance, we will run a background check on the recipient, contact her referrals and conduct a personal interview. This process may take up to 14 business days to complete.

Can I nominate a friend to receive aid?

You may nominate a family member or friend that is going through unique hardships in their life due to the loss of a loved one, or as a result of serious illness or injury.

For how long can someone receive support?

Each request for aid is assessed on a case-by-case basis and voted on by the board of directors. However, there is a lifetime limit on aid given to any individual person or family.

How can I get involved?

Please contact us to learn how you can get involved in helping The Butterfly Foundation achieve its mission. We would love to hear from you!

Requirements

BACKGROUND CHECK

All recipients must undergo a background check.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

We will need a Social Security number for the applicant requesting help.

CITIZENSHIP

We will require proof of US Citizenship. We also require applicants to be residents of Colorado.