Who We Are

UpDoNa is a city registered neighborhood organization formed to advocate for the interests of the residents and businesses in Upper Downtown Denver.

Our Vision

To have an Upper Downtown community that is and continues to be one of the most sought-after neighborhoods for residents, businesses and visitors.

Our Mission

To be a partner and advocate for the betterment of the Upper Downtown community and all those who live, work and play here!

UpDoNA ANNOUNCEMENTS

UpDoNA Board of Directors Election

Thank you to everyone that voted in the annual Board of Directors election.  

There were three candidates  (in alphabetical order by last name):

  • Jan Kellison
  • Terri McGinley
  • Lisa Pope (incumbent)

The election results will  be announced at the annual meeting.

UpDoNA Annual Meeting

Join us at UpDoNA’s Annual Meeting Alfresco Style.  Our meeting will be the inaugural activation for Glenarm Plaza – Upper Downtown’s New Gathering Spot!

There is no charge, but you must get free tickets through Eventbrite using the following link.  The deadline for getting tickets is June 18, 2025, but hurry,  because there are a limited number of seats available.   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1396595818689?aff=oddtdtcreator

Date: Tuesday, June 24th, 2025

Time: 5:00-7:30 p.m.

Location: 1600 Glenarm Place

Join us for food, fun, and information. Spend an evening on Glenarm Plaza mingling with your neighbors and friends. Meet your newly-elected board members, learn about UpDoNA’s most recent accomplishments, and hear about our plans for the new year. We also have special guest speakers planned.

West Kitchen and Saloon will be catering our event. We look forward to seeing you there!

If it rains, the meeting will be moved inside West Kitchen and Saloon.

New Standing Date For UNOs

In order to resolve some calendar conflicts with a large segment of our valued members, we are changing the standing date for UpDoNA Nights Out (UNOs).  We will now hold them on the first Wednesday of each month.  Put UNOs on your calendar as a standing event so you don’t miss any of these fun events.

July and August UNOs

he July UNO (UpDoNA Night Out) which would have been held on July 2, 2025 has been cancelled due to the proximity of that date to the June 24th Annual Meeting.  The August UNO will be held on schedule on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.  Check back here for details on the event.

Date: Wenesday, August 6, 2025

Time: TBD

Venue: TBD

Location: TBD

Remember, UpDoNA now holds UNOs on the first Wednesday of each month.  Put them on your calendar as a recurring event so you don’t miss out!

What is Upper Downtown?

Formerly known as the “Central Business District”, we’re now Upper Downtown and we encompass a large section of the downtown area bordered by Lawrence Street, 20th Street, 20th Avenue, North Broadway, West Colfax and Speer Boulevard.

Our community includes over twenty residential buildings with a mix of condominiums, lofts and apartment rentals.  We’re also home to hundreds of businesses (large and small), as well as multiple parks, dining and entertainment venues of all types.

Become a Member

Enjoy all the benefits of UpDoNA membership and make your voice heard!


Patronize Our Business Members

Computer Services - Well
Computer Services
Consulting - For Sci
Consulting
Consulting - MDP
Consulting
Financial Services - CJB
Financial Services
Financial Services - Colorado Credit Union
Financial Services
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Appoloosa
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Clocktower Cabaret
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Dazzle
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Denver Jazz Festival
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Dozens
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Fortissimo
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - La Diabla
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Levan
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Lime
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Non Plus Ultra
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Olive & Finch
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - Reflections
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Food/Bar/Entertainment - West
Food/Bar/Entertainment
Hotels - Aloft
Hotels
Legal Services - Kent Hollier
Legal Services
Personal Services - Lucia
Personal Services
Personal Services - Lucia
Personal Services
Personal Services - Native
Personal Services
Personal Services - Stans
Personal Services
Real Estate - 1999
Real Estate
Real Estate - Amacon
Real Estate
Real Estate - BOMA
Real Estate
Real Estate - Dominion Towers
Real Estate
Real Estate - Mark Callaghan
Real Estate
Real Estate - Shames
Real Estate
Real Estate - Trenka
Real Estate
Retail - Jars
Retail
Retail - JKD
Retail
Retail - Spring44 Distilling
Retail
Transportation - Gasman
Transportation

Strategic Partnerships With Other Organizations

To help provide shelter and services to homeless women, transgender and no-binary individuals

To ignite the potential in homeless youths

To help men find freedom from addiction

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