The Fax Partnership

📣We’ve had a busy spring here at The Fax! Read all about it in our latest newsletter at thefaxdenver.com/fax-news. While there, make sure to sign up to receive our monthly newsletter direct to your inbox!

🚨Voting is open through July 10!

✅ Help select the design for new East Colfax lamppost banners between Tamarac and Verbena. As part of the East Colfax Cultural District, the selected banner will represent the unique and vibrant community that makes up East Colfax. Cast your vote at the link in our bio or at bit.ly/eastcolfaxbanners

📣 East Colfax business owners and residents: join the conversation.

East Colfax is changing, and staying informed is more important than ever. Join us for our next East Colfax Partners Safety Meeting to hear updates on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project, learn about resources available to businesses, and connect with neighbors and community partners working to strengthen the corridor.

Topics will include:
✅ BRT construction updates
✅ Business resources and mini-grant opportunities
✅ Business Impact Opportunity Fund information
✅ Neighborhood and community updates

📅 June 4, 2025
⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m.
📍 Lucy Ethiopian Restaurant, 7401 E. Colfax Ave.

Whether you live, work, or own a business on East Colfax, your voice matters. We hope to see you there.

🌟 East Colfax came alive with music, dance, food, a poetry reading and community yesterday for another amazing Colfax arch lift!
Neighbors gathered to support local businesses and spend time together at El Tamarindo to see the arch lift on Syracuse. Events like this are part of what makes East Colfax special, creating community together to help support businesses that have been impacted by the construction.

Thank you to everyone who attended, performed, organized, and supported the evening. 🧡

We’re proud to keep uplifting the people, culture and small businesses that make East Colfax vibrant.

📍Support local. Stay connected. Keep showing love to East Colfax, see you at the next arch lift.

"East Colfax is changing — and The Fax Partnership’s 2025 Annual Report shows why community-centered support matters now more than ever.

The report highlights rising pressure on residents and businesses, including increased housing and utility costs, small business uncertainty and growing demand for direct services.

It also shows The Fax’s work in action: supporting households, connecting businesses to resources, advancing equitable development and helping preserve the identity of East Colfax during a pivotal time for the corridor.

📊 Read the 2025 Annual Report: thefaxdenver.com/annual-reports

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☀️🎉 Something BIG is coming to East Colfax…

Join us for our Annual Summer Kick-Off + Community Resource Fair!

📅 May 7th
⏰ 5 PM-7 PM
📍 1785 Quebec St, Denver, CO

🎁 Come grab some FREE goodies (while supplies last!):
🍧 Paletas & popsicles
🛍️ Tote bags with hygiene products
📚 New books
🎟️ Museum tickets for the whole family
👟 Free shoes

🤝 Connect with 10+ community organizations who are here to support YOU

✨ PLUS:
🚗 Free parking
🏠 Indoor event

Bring your family, your neighbors, and come kick off the summer with us 💛

"🚧 East Colfax is changing — and The Fax Partnership is working to make sure local businesses have support during construction.

CBS Colorado featured Monica Martinez, Executive Director of The Fax Partnership, discussing the East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit project and the grant funding available to eligible businesses impacted by construction.

Small businesses along East Colfax may qualify for grants between $7,500 and $15,000 to help offset challenges like reduced access, parking impacts and decreased foot traffic.

The Fax is proud to work alongside the City of Denver and Mile High United Way to help connect East Colfax businesses with resources, support and visibility during this major corridor transition.

📅 Apply by May 5
▶️ Watch the CBS Colorado story: bit.ly/thefaxcbs

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☀️🎉 Join us for a Summer Kick Off + Community Resource Fair!

The Fax is bringing the community together for an evening of fun, resources, and support—don’t miss it!

📅 Thursday, May 7th, 2026
⏰ 5 PM – 7 PM
📍 Mosaic Community Campus

✨ What to expect:
🍧 Popsicles, food & drinks
🎟️ Tickets to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
👟 New shoes, books & more
💉 Free vaccines + community resources

💛 This is a FREE event and open to everyone—no registration required!

Bring your family, connect with local resources, and kick off the summer with us 🌊

⚠️ Supplies are limited—come early!

🚧 East Colfax Construction Update 🚧
Dear Colfax neighbors—here’s what to expect over the next few weeks along Colfax & Quebec as part of the Bus Rapid Transit project:

🌙 Overnight Work (7 PM – 5 AM):
April 20: Station arch deliveries & prep
April 27: Station arch installation

🚫 Road Closures:
Colfax Ave closed between Poplar & Quince during night work
Quebec St stays open (north/south), but no access to Colfax at the intersection
Detours will be in place—please follow signage

🚌 Transit & Access:
RTD routes will continue with temporary stops
Businesses will remain accessible throughout construction

⚠️ Also happening nearby:
Median removal + potholing work (including Xanthia & Xenia intersections), which may cause temporary closures
🔊 Noise will be monitored to stay within permitted limits
Thank you for your patience as improvements continue along East Colfax! 💛

📣 East Colfax Update – Overnight Work Notice 📣

Due to weather, overnight work at Cherry St & E. Colfax Ave for the East Colfax BRT Project has been rescheduled to Tuesday, Jan. 27 (7 p.m.–5 a.m.).

🚧 What to expect:
• Bus station arch installation (eastbound & westbound)
• Full closure of Colfax between Clermont St & Dahlia St overnight
• Cherry St (north & south sides at Colfax) fully closed during night work
• Noise levels will be monitored to stay within permitted limits

🚌 RTD Service:
• 15/15L will continue with temporary stops as needed
• Sign up for RTD Service Alerts: https://app.rtd-denver.com/alerts

🏪 Good to know:
• Business access will remain open throughout construction
• Please follow posted signage and flaggers

📞 Stay connected:
• Night Work Hotline: 720-336-0025
• Project info: denvergov.org/colfaxbrt

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