Stout Street Foundation

03/24/2026

In 1976 Lillian Potter became the very first female graduate of SSF. She worked with Bradley Lucero Jr. to form the original program and has been a huge advocate for SSF for last 50 years. She returned to the Foundation on several occasions to speak with the current women of the program and offer words of encouragement and proof of what life could offer if they dedicated themselves to the change. Stout Street Foundation Family, please show Lillian and her family the love they deserve!

03/12/2026

The story of Stout Street Foundation's journey to 50 years of service wouldn't be complete without highlighting Carolyn J Lucero. Shortly after completing a double major in psychology & sociology she brought an added level of therapy and love to the Foundation's residents. For those that were lucky enough to have her as a counselor, her impact on them was immeasurable. Carolyn's heart and compassion for people in need still lives on to this day at SSF!

03/05/2026

As we continue the journey to 50 years of Stout Street Foundation check out this gem from the archives, Brad Lucero Jr. on the right after returning from Delancey St program in San Francisco. Every journey starts with a first step and this was the beginning of SSF. Stout Street Foundation Alumni Association, let us know how that step changed your life :)

03/03/2026

Happy March SSF Friends and Family, if you are looking for a small way to help the Foundation on an ongoing basis please consider a monthly donation. Any amount helps our mission and as we continue our 50th Year of Helping People Help Themselves!

Colorado Gives Day is the largest statewide giving movement, raising more than $415 million for nonprofits since it began.

02/05/2026

Good Afternoon SSF Family and Friends,

We are so excited to announce the 50th Anniversary Celebration Gala on May 14, 2026 at the Denver Athletic Club. Please share this information with anyone that may be interested in attending or sponsoring this milestone event. We are so thankful for your continued support over the years! Please join us in celebrating 50 years of
Stout Street Foundation Alumni Association lets go!

01/30/2026

Happy Friday SSF Family and Friends!
Please take a few minutes and check out this video that was put together about SSF's history for our 35th Anniversary celebration in 2011! The faces have changed but the mission remains the same.
https://youtu.be/6i3xDPoVDh0?si=Kbhswcs5hN_t1-Kn

Also please save the date for our 50th Anniversary Gala on Thursday May 14, 2026 at the Denver Athletic Club followed by our 2026 Graduation on Saturday May 16th at the Waymire Dome. Stout Street Foundation Alumni Association we would love for you celebrate with us and share your stories of hope with our current residents!

Stout Street Foundation http://www.StoutStreet.org marks its 35th Anniversary of providing a supportive, therapeutic community for those struggling with subs...

01/08/2026

As we kick off our 50th year of service to the community we are excited to look back on the history of how we got here and that starts with Bradley Lucero Jr. our founder. Bradley was born in Denver in 1942, by 13 he had been kicked out of school and took to the streets.
This is a copy of one of his many arrest records that happened between then and when he finally decided to make a change in the direction his life was headed. That one decision in 1976 went on to change the future for thousands of individuals battling addiction.

12/30/2025

2026 marks **50 years of Stout Street Foundation**

50 years of hope, recovery, and community. Thank you to everyone who has helped make this journey possible.



Stout Street Foundation Alumni Association let's finish this year strong! Here’s to the next chapter and the best yet to come! 💙

12/18/2025

This holiday season, we’re reminded that hope, healing, and second chances are the greatest gifts of all.

At Stout Street Foundation, we’re honored to walk alongside individuals and families as they rebuild their lives through recovery, support, and community. The holidays can be a challenging time—but together, we continue to create a space where everyone deserves dignity, compassion, and a fresh start.

Thank you to our residents, staff, volunteers, and supporters for being part of this journey. Wishing you peace, warmth, and continued strength this season. ❤️



If you are able to support please consider some necessities for our Foundation, our amazon wish list is below.

12/09/2025

Today is the day! Colorado Gives day 2026! Stout Street Foundation Family, Friends and Graduates please share how SSF has positively impacted your life and help us continue our mission of Helping People Help Themselves!

Stout Street Foundation's mission is to provide a supportive, therapeutic community for addicts and alcoholics, to help them help themselves so they may return to society as recovering, productive, and responsible citizens.

11/19/2025

Stout Street Foundation is very excited to announce the addition of Joseph Ellis as our Chief Operations Officer. Joseph is a proud graduate of SSF (Class of 2016) and a prime example to our current residents what is possible if you seize the opportunity of a second chance at life. As we near our 50th anniversary of service to the community in 2026 we are excited to have Joseph's leadership and vision for the future.
SSF Family please join us in welcoming Joseph E to the team!

11/04/2025

🎉 Early Giving for Colorado Gives Day Starts NOW! 💚

Your generous support and ongoing belief in our mission to "help people help themselves" in recovery make a direct and lasting impact on the lives of individuals working toward long-term sobriety and stability.

This year, please keep Stout Street Foundation in mind for your year-end giving. If you’re in a position to increase your gift, we would be deeply grateful — your added support helps us meet the growing needs of those we serve amid ongoing challenges in the behavioral health and recovery community.

Thank you for standing with us in this vital work. 💚 We couldn’t do it without you!

👉 Visit www.StoutStreet.org
Or scan the QR code below to make your Colorado Gives Day donation today!