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The Colorado Sun is a journalist-founded, award-winning and nonprofit news outlet based in Denver that strives to cover all of Colorado so that our state — our community — can better understand itself. In this way, we believe we can contribute to a more vibrant, informed and whole Colorado. We are committed to fact-based, in-depth and nonpartisan journalism. We cover everything from politics and culture to the outdoor industry and education.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Denver, United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
2018
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Regional
Area of coverage:
Colorado

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Environment
Politics
Entertainment and culture
Society and human rights
Economy and finance
Migration
Journalism genres:
Reviews
Interviews and reporting
Graphic novels and comics
Information services
Opinion
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Solutions or constructive journalism
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Explanatory journalism
Fact-checking
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Podcast
Mobile app

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Grants
Audience support / reader revenue
Grants or investment from philanthropic organisations
Individual donations
Event ticket sales
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Grants

Why is this profile included?

This media outlet is part of our directory because it meets SembraMedia’s inclusion criteria: it produces original content, serves the public interest, and works with independence and transparency. This profile was developed using information provided directly by the media outlet, through surveys or interviews. We aim to keep the information current, but SembraMedia does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and recommends verifying any key details with the media organization.

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