Gary Community Investments

Gary Community Ventures operates as an impermanent philanthropic organization dedicated to transforming systems and building generational wealth for Colorado families. It deploys its entire capital base through a combination of catalytic grantmaking, strategic impact investments, policy and advocacy efforts, and the development of new ventures. The organization focuses on reimagining and rebuilding systems across early childhood, education, and economic mobility to better serve its communities.

The organization was co-founded by Sam and Nancy Gary, who, more than a decade ago, made the uncommon decision for a philanthropic entity to operate with a finite lifespan, committing to spend down all resources by 2035. Sam Gary's initial insight came from a desire to assist local families, which quickly expanded upon realizing the widespread need for lasting solutions to support the underserved and promote community health.

Gary Community Ventures aims to empower Colorado children and families, working with community leaders to reshape opportunities. Its mission is to leverage business, policy, and philanthropy to create a future where all children in Colorado can grow up healthy and realize their full potential. The organization’s forward-looking vision emphasizes making Colorado an optimal environment for raising a family, ensuring a thriving future for generations to come.