History
Relation to Parent Nonprofit Organization: Carson J Spencer Foundation (CJSF)
Working Minds is the programmatic arm of the Carson J Spencer Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit- sustaining a passion for life. CJSF strives to help people live their best lives by shining a light of hope, illuminating dreams, and by offering guidance during difficult times. In order to fulfill this vision, the Carson J Spencer Foundation promotes entrepreneurial ideals through:
- Innovative and effective suicide prevention programming targeting the working aged population,
- Social enterprise funding mental health initiatives, and
- Support for emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.
The Carson J Spencer Foundation, established in 2005, is dedicated to preserving the memory of Carson J. Spencer, who took his own life after an acute cycle of bipolar disorder on December 7, 2004. Through the continuing legacy of this foundation, we hope to honor the man that brought so much good into the world by helping others. Carson was a loving husband and father, a caring son and brother, a dynamic and successful businessman, an accomplished athlete and a friend to many.
The Rocky Mountain News wrote after his death, “Carson was a bright star that burned out too quickly.” We hope to keep his light going.
Development of Website
The Working Minds website was developed through funding from Colorado’s Office of Suicide Prevention. The content and design strategies evolved from a series of focus groups, stakeholder interviews, and surveys with members of our target audience. Additionally, Website developers attempted to adhere to best practices in Web development, health promotion and suicide prevention. Film clips provided by Denver Film and Digital (www.denverfilmdigital.com) and graphic and Website design developed by Qenu World (www.qenuworld.com) and Soda Design Company (www.sodadesigncompany.com). If you have questions, concerns or suggestions for the Website, please contact us.
