Policy and Public Discourse

Disrupting Colorado's Status Quo

In our efforts to bring health in reach for all Coloradans, we work closely with advocates and policymakers across the state to advance policies and public discourse that align with the Foundation's priority areas.

The Foundation sees our policy agenda as a way to focus our voice on some important issues that can bring health closer in reach for all Coloradans. We also have funding available to other organizations engaging in advocacy for health equity across an even broader range of issue areas. Learn more about our funding types and opportunities.

Questions? Email us at [email protected].

2026 Public Policy Agenda

Affordable Housing

Safe, stable, affordable housing is a human right, but rising costs in Colorado force tough trade-offs, requiring local and state policy action despite challenges for policymakers.

Economic Opportunity

Advocating for policies that enhance economic opportunities for Coloradans, prioritizing those living on low incomes and Coloradans of color.

Transforming State Governance

Pursuing reforms in state rulemaking procedures and legislative processes to make them more inclusive and responsive to the needs of all Coloradans.

Resources

The Foundation provides reliable, nonpartisan information on a variety of topics to inform public policy and advocacy efforts across the state. These educational efforts often take the form of briefs, reports and webinars. To find an archive of our regulatory comment letters, click here.

Candidate Resources

This guide is a catalogue of resources publicly available to all candidates running for an elected position and to the broader community.

Local Ballot Tracker

Our local ballot measure tracker is a publicly available one-stop shop that can be used to gain insight into the issues in your community or to track issues statewide.

Policy Resources

Those interested in health policy advocacy can find reliable, balanced information from these curated resources.

Persuasive Messaging

Stories shape our world; by researching and shifting narratives, we help organizations drive change, build public support, and advocate for a healthier Colorado.