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What if I just need to talk with someone?

We’ve got you covered!

Give us a call to arrange to speak with Marti Bleidt, a parent and an educator of the deaf & parent of deaf children, now-grown, successful adults. Calls with Marti can be arranged via phone or zoom, Monday through Friday.

Call Marti at 303-358-2391
info@listenfoundation.org

Mom with 2 boys with cochlear implants

Photo Courtesy of AG Bell

There have been many times when she has announced how thankful she is that she can hear and speak. She truly appreciates the gift.

–Becky, Mother of a Listen Graduate

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Help us fulfill our mission of getting more Colorado children listening and talking. Your contribution is used primarily to fund Listening and Spoken Language Therapy from our amazing network of therapists, helping children desperatly in need across the state.
The Listen Foundation
6950 E. Belleview Ave
Greenwood Village, CO, USA 80111

info@listenfoundation.org
(303)-781-9440

A New Era in Hearing Loss Treatment: Gene Therapy Update | Summer 2026

Andrea Warner-Czyz, Ph.D., CCC-A You might have heard about gene therapy as a treatment option for children who are deaf or hard of hearing and wondered if your child might be a candidate. First, let’s review how the ear works and what can make it not work. Then,...

Fifty Years of Impact and Looking Ahead

As we reflect on 2025, I’m incredibly grateful for the families, supporters, and community who make the work of the Listen Foundation possible. For more than 50 years, Listen has supported children who are deaf or hard of hearing across Colorado, helping them develop...

Colorado Gives Day Idea

From Todd Hallberg, Executive Director: Since stepping into this role, I have been truly humbled by the incredible support for the Listen Foundation from so many of you. At the same time, it’s difficult to hear that many Colorado families with babies who are deaf or...

2025 Fundraising Luncheon Announced

The Listen Foundation 2025 Fundraising Luncheon will be on Sunday, October 5th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Join the Listen Foundation at our annual free luncheon to celebrate the children who have learned to listen and talk, allowing them to experience life just like...

The 2025 Non-Event is Here! Since 1994, the Listen Foundation has hosted its annual Non-Event.  A unique fundraising campaign that’s beloved for its simplicity. No formal attire, no babysitters, no banquets, just an opportunity to make a meaningful difference from the...