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Mile High United Way Events

Join us in helping our community thrive through attending our volunteer and donor group events throughout the year.

Community Events

Denver's Reading Room
March 16-31, 2020

During March, in honor of National Reading Month, we are hosting a pop-up community lending library in the Great Hall of Denver Union Station. With a special focus on childhood literacy, this event is for people of all ages. Learn more about running a book drive to help fill the shelves!

Bridging the Gap: Career Week
April 20-24, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

Each year, we provide Denver youth exiting the child welfare system with professional development training, such as resume writing, mock interviews, and more. Volunteer registration opens February 15.

National Volunteer Week
April 20-24, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

Join us for National Volunteer Week! Learn more about Mile High United Way through hands-on volunteer opportunities that showcase our community programs and services. Registration opens March 2.

Community Baby Shower
April 25, 2020

Mile High United Way's Women United hosts an annual Community Baby Shower that provides diapers and other essentials to new parents in Denver. Learn how you can get involved by running a diaper drive for the event!

Denver Day of Service
June 5, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

We're partnering up with the Denver Broncos for the second annual Denver Day of Service – a one-day, multi-project initiative bringing together hundreds of volunteers to impact our community. Registration opens May 1.

Back to School Bash
July 25, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

This event provides children, parents, and teachers with resources to ensure children have a strong start to the school year. Join us by volunteering or donating school supplies! Registration opens June 1.

Ready, Set, College
August 8, 2020

Each year, we provide first generation college students access to pre-college advice, life skills workshops, and ongoing mentoring. Included for each student is a gift card and a bag full of school essentials!

Day of Caring
August 28, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

Join us for our largest day of service in the Boulder and Broomfield communities. Registration opens August 3.

Women United Luncheon
September 24, 2020
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Our Women United Luncheon brings together over 1,000 community and business leaders for an inspirational afternoon to inspire, educate and empower women. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities!

Hometown Huddle
October 5, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

Each year, in partnership with the Denver Broncos and the Boys & Girls Club, we bring 200 kids to Dove Valley for new experiences and to build character by being a Denver Bronco for the night.

Project Homeless Connect
October 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

During this one-day event, you can help guests access an array of services ranging from housing, resume workshops, healthcare to veterans services, childcare, and much more.

Bridging the Gap: Career Week
October 19 - 23, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

For this event, we provide Denver youth exiting the child welfare system with professional development training, such as resume writing, mock interviews, and more.

Bridging the Gap: Thanksgiving
November 19, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

Each year, our Bridging the Gap youth and their families come together to enjoy a delicious, home-cooked meal served by our amazing volunteers.

Turkey Trot
November 28, 2019
VOLUNTEER EVENT
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Join Denver's greatest Thanksgiving tradition! The Mile High United Way Turkey Trot will draw over 10,000 people to Wash Park for a four-mile fun run to support our community. Join this event as a runner or sponsor!

Bridging the Gap: Holiday Party
December 10, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

Our Bridging the Gap (BTG) youth enjoy a catered meal, desserts, “mocktails,” a photo booth, and lots of dancing! This celebration brings holiday joy and laughter to participants in our BTG program.

Children's Holiday Party
December 12, 2020
VOLUNTEER EVENT

This event brings the spirit of the holidays to 350 families, children, and volunteers in our community. Families receive new gifts and children get to partake in face painting, cookie decorating, and more!

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Donor Events

Tocqueville Society

Denver's most generous philanthropists, who invest $10,000 or more annually, join together for exclusive events featuring renowned speakers, program tours, volunteer engagement opportunities, and more.

Women United

Women United is inspiring change for women and girls by investing $1,000 or more annually in our community. Learn more about the Women United Initiative, networking events, educational lunches, and more.

Catalyst Society

Through ongoing engagement, Catalyst Society participants enter a mentoring program to enhance their professional growth and to become active philanthropic leaders in our community.

Leadership Society

Leadership Society is a group of dedicated individuals, who invest $1,000 or more annually in our community. Learn more about their events with Mile High United Way board members as well as volunteer events throughout the year.

LINC

LINC (Lead. Impact. Network. Change.) is a group of socially-minded young professionals who channel energy into improving our community. Learn more about LINC's unique, fun social events that have a positive social impact.