Denver7 Gives viewers to help replace stolen catalytic converters

DENVER — After catalytic converters were stolen from Warren Village school buses, our generous viewers at Denver7 Gives stepped in to help the Denver nonprofit continue on its mission.

Warren Village helps low-income single parents get back on their feet by providing affordable housing, childcare and career development. In April, a thief stole the catalytic converters from the school buses in their parking lot, leaving the non-profit organization unable to conduct its after-school programs.

“They go to the ballet, they go to the zoo, they go to the art museum. Then we sometimes use them for summer excursions into the mountains,” Ethan Hemming, president of Warren Village, told Denver7 last month.

Thanks to the community’s help, these buses are back up and running just in time for the busy summer season. Our incredible viewers donated $2,000 and BDM Performance Exhaust repaired the buses at a deep discount.

“It wasn’t what I expected. That’s huge. That means so much to us. Thank you for that,” said Hemming. “Personally, many thanks to your viewers. Thank you for being part of our community and letting us be in your community.”

Warren Village is also making some security changes to prevent future theft.

Denver7 features the stories of people who need help, and now you can help them with a cash donation Denver7 there. One hundred percent of contributions to the fund are used to help people in our local community.

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