Gerie Grimes

Geraldine “Gerie” Grimes
Non-profit Leader & Activist
1950 -
INDUCTED 2018

Geraldine “Gerie” Grimes is a committed and highly capable leader who exudes passion for local community and families.

She describes herself first as a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and wife of 47 years. She is deeply dedicated to Denver’s Park Hill neighborhood, where she has lived and devoted time and talent to making a difference. Grimes’ 45-years of community involvement and service is expansive. She has provided leadership for organizations including the Center for African American Health, Denver Early Childhood Council and many others. She is a Buell Fellow and a PhD candidate at the University of Denver.

“If it’s not me, then who?” — Gerie Grimes