Marcus Institute for Brain Health - MIBH

01/26/2026

Our Hope for Heroes Gala silent and live auction is officially open, and the lineup is nothing short of incredible.

✨ Exclusive items you cannot find anywhere else

✨ Meaningful way to directly support veterans and first responders healing from traumatic brain injury and psychological trauma

You do not have to be in the room to participate.

You can preview items right now.

And yes, you can place a bid from anywhere.

View items and start bidding here: HopeForHeroes26.givesmart.com

Every bid fuels life-changing, evidence-based care at the Marcus Institute for Brain Health. This is generosity in action and the impact is real.

Bid big. Bid often. And help us turn hope into healing.

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01/21/2026

In honor of Colorado’s 150th anniversary, the Colorado at 150 project produced a two-part film celebrating the giving spirit that has shaped our great state. It amplifies the people and partnerships that strengthen our communities, and we at the Marcus Institute for Brain Health are proud to be a part of it.

Most meaningful to us, one of our own patients’ stories is featured in this documentary. It highlights how the Marcus Institute for Brain Health changed one veteran’s life, giving a man with a traumatic brain injury a second chance at living the life he dreamt of. For our team, seeing his journey celebrated on this stage is both humbling and inspiring. It exemplifies our broader mission: to bring hope, healing, and new possibilities to those impacted by TBI. This is why we come to work every day.

You can watch the full 11-minute documentary, featuring this incredible patient story, here: 🔗 https://co150film.com/.

Prepare to be inspired by what we can achieve when we dream together and support one another.

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01/09/2026

We are honored to announce Master Sergeant Colin James Lightfoot as the keynote speaker for this year’s Hope for Heroes Gala and especially proud to welcome him back as a former patient of the Marcus Institute for Brain Health.

After enlisting in the U.S. Army in 2005, MSG Lightfoot built an extraordinary Special Forces career, serving as an Engineer Sergeant, Senior Instructor, and ultimately Team Sergeant, the highest enlisted leadership role on a Special Forces detachment. Across eight combat and contingency deployments, he led with discipline, humility, and unwavering commitment in some of the world’s most demanding environments, while also shaping future Special Operations forces through his work in the SERE High Risk Course. A recipient of the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and numerous awards throughout his service, his story reflects profound sacrifice and resilience.

Today, as a devoted husband and father living in Colorado, MSG Lightfoot brings a deeply personal perspective on healing, purpose, and life beyond service. His voice powerfully reflects both the impact of care and the hope that defines this evening.
We invite you to join us and be part of a night that honors service, recovery, and the future of brain health.

Tickets are available at https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/mibh/gala

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01/06/2026

One unforgettable night. One mission that matters.

Join us for the Hope for Heroes Gala, the Marcus Institute for Brain Health signature fundraising event honoring the strength, resilience, and courage of those living with traumatic brain injury and the invisible wounds of service.

This is more than a gala. It is an experience.
• Rare, one-of-a-kind auction items you will not find anywhere else
• Powerful, firsthand stories of recovery, purpose, and impact
• Live music performed by a former patient, sharing their journey through sound

On this extraordinary evening, leaders across medicine, military, research, and philanthropy will come together to celebrate the transformative work happening every day at Marcus Institute for Brain Health and to invest in the future of brain health care for those who have sacrificed so much.

Your seat at the table directly supports innovative care, groundbreaking research, and life-changing outcomes for our nation’s heroes.

Tickets are limited. The impact is lasting.
Secure your place today. https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/mibh/gala

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12/30/2025

As we close out this year, we want to speak directly to the people at the heart of our mission.

To our patients and families, thank you for trusting us with your care.
To those considering treatment, know that you are not alone and support is here.
To our donors and partners, your generosity made progress possible and impact measurable.

This year, the Marcus Institute for Brain Health expanded care, advanced innovation, and strengthened partnerships, all in service of veterans, service members, and first responders living with traumatic brain injury.

Looking ahead to 2026, our focus is clear.
More access.
More research.
More comprehensive, trauma-informed care.

Thank you for being part of this community and for helping shape what comes next at Marcus Institute for Brain Health.

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12/29/2025

As the year comes to a close, there is still time to make a meaningful, tax deductible gift to the Marcus Institute for Brain Health.

Your year end donation supports veterans, first responders, and active duty service members living with traumatic brain injury and invisible wounds. These are individuals who have given so much in service to others and now deserve access to specialized, evidence based brain health care.

When making your gift, please be sure to select or write in Marcus Institute for Brain Health under the gift designation so your donation is directed to this work.

You can give directly here:
https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/47715/donations/new?a=8404041

A gift made before December 31 helps fund life changing treatment, advance research, and expand access for those who may not otherwise receive care.

Thank you for being part of the healing and for helping restore lives.

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12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from the Marcus Institute for Brain Health.

This season, our team is taking time to rest, recharge, and be with loved ones as we close out the year.

We are still accepting program applications and will respond to all applicants on January 5 and 6.

If you or someone you love is in crisis or needs immediate support, please call or text 988 to reach the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline. Help is available 24 hours a day.

We wish you a safe, restful, and meaningful holiday season.

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12/07/2025

On Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day we honor the 2,403 service members and civilians whose lives were lost and the countless heroes who rose in the hours and years that followed. Their legacy lives on in every generation that has worn the uniform since.

At the Marcus Institute for Brain Health, we are humbled to serve today’s warriors — continuing a tradition of care, respect, and unwavering support for those who sacrifice for our nation.


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12/03/2025

Ready to take your neuropsychology career to the next level? We’re hiring an experienced Neuropsychologist here at the Marcus Institute for Brain Health, to join us on the renowned University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

Ready to elevate your career? Learn more and apply now:

Click the link provided to see the complete job description.

12/02/2025

Today is , and our MIBH ambassadors are rallying together to support the Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH)

MIBH delivers life-changing care for veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders facing the invisible wounds of traumatic brain injury and psychological trauma.

Your gift today makes a real difference; every donation helps provide hope, healing, and specialized treatment for those who have sacrificed so much for our country and communities.

Donate now through our GiveCampus page: https://bit.ly/4iqNnuL

Together, let's harness the collective power of giving and show these heroes they are not alone.

We are so grateful for your support!

Join me and make a gift in support of the Marcus Institute for Brain Health.

12/01/2025

Hidden visual problems are some of the most frequently overlooked signs of traumatic brain injury. A new University of Colorado Anschutz article highlights emerging research showing that many veterans, first responders, and others with can pass standard vision tests yet still struggle with significant visual-processing challenges.

At the Marcus Institute for Brain Health, we believe in looking beyond the eye chart. Even with 20/20 acuity, individuals may have difficulty reading, tracking motion, or processing the visual “noise” of everyday environments, challenges that can make grocery shopping, driving, or simply navigating a busy room feel overwhelming.

These symptoms are real, life-altering, and too often dismissed. That’s why our team is committed to advanced vision assessment and rehabilitative care that aims to restore clarity, confidence, and connection. And as research evolves, emerging tools like augmented-reality technologies offer even more potential for improving quality of life after TBI.

Read here: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/news-stories/hidden-visual-problems-can-signal-often-undertreated-traumatic-brain-injury

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The Marcus Institute for Brain Health researches and treats traumatic brain injuries in veterans and service members, advancing military and civilian care.

11/28/2025

Brain injuries and trauma can change a life in an instant. At the Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH), we see veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders who are fighting invisible wounds of traumatic brain injury. MIBH provides these heroes with comprehensive treatment and hope for a healthier future.

As approaches, MIBH ambassadors are leading a peer-to-peer fundraising drive to ensure we can continue this life-changing work. Philanthropy ensures that no patient is turned away for financial reasons with every donation directly supports care for those who need it most.

You can be a part of a hero’s healing. Join us in honoring their service by supporting them in return.

🔗 Donate here: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofColoradoAnschutz/marcus-institute-for-brain-health/?a=11307617&designation=marcusinstituteforbrainhealthgeneralfund