About Us
Denver County Extension
CSU Extension specialists serve all 64 counties in Colorado, working alongside communities to address local needs, share knowledge, and co-create solutions to help individuals and communities thrive.
Our dedicated staff connects community members to programs, resources, and expertise on a wide range of topics and tailored to the unique needs of the the Denver area. From 4-H youth development to sustainable landscaping, gardening, health and well-being, food systems and more, Denver County Extension is your local resource for trusted information and actionable solutions.

Our Mission
Community needs drive our work. Our mission is to provide information and education, and encourage the application of research-based knowledge in response to local, state, and national issues affecting individuals, youth, families, agricultural enterprises and communities of Colorado.
We are part of the land-grant university system nationwide. We draw from the University’s research-based resources to strengthen community partnerships, boost the economy, engage families and youth, and enhance our quality of life.
Our location
Denver County Office
Region:
- Front Range
County:
- Denver
Before your visit
Denver County Extension staff are currently working a hybrid schedule and in-office hours my vary during the week without notice.
Please call our office or contact us before you visit so we can ensure a staff member is available to assist you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Meet the Denver County Extension team
Marcelino Casias
Community Engagement Specialist
Extension
Region:
- Front Range
Counties:
- Denver
888 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80210
Karim Gharbi
Extension Specialist
Extension
Region:
- Front Range
Counties:
- Denver
888 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80210
My Topics:
- Garden & Landscape
Jenia Hooper
Extension Specialist
Extension
Region:
- Front Range
Counties:
- Denver
888 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80210
My Programs:
4-H Youth Development
My Topics:
- Youth Development
Isabel Mendoza
County Director, CSU Extension
Extension
Region:
- Front Range
Counties:
- Denver
888 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80210
Azucena Rubio
EFNEP Educator
Extension
Region:
- Front Range
Counties:
- Denver
888 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80210
Victoria Soto-Gomez
Administrative Assistant
Extension
Region:
- Front Range
Counties:
- Denver
888 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80210
Merrill Kingsbury
Master Gardener Coordinator
Extension
Region:
- Front Range
Counties:
- Denver
888 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80210
My Programs:
Master Gardener
My Topics:
- Garden & Landscape
Ruben Flores
Accessible Education Specialist
Engagement and Extension
Region:
- Front Range
Counties:
- Adams
- Arapahoe
- Boulder
- Broomfield
- Denver
- Douglas
- El Paso
- Jefferson
- Larimer
- Weld
1311 S. College, Fort Collins, CO, 80523