Bio

In 2015, Lauren Casteel was appointed President and CEO of the Women’s Foundation of Colorado. She made history as the first person in Colorado to lead three separate foundations. Over the course of her career, Lauren has served as Executive Director of The Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation, President of The Hunt Alternatives Fund, and Vice President for Philanthropic Partnerships at The Denver Foundation. Voice. Vision. Value. honors Lauren’s tireless efforts to strengthen the effectiveness of institutional philanthropy by operationalizing racial equity and increasing investments in gender justice. Join us in celebrating her deep legacy of leadership in Colorado and nationally.