About Us

OUr Community Priorities

Our vision is a community united to create opportunities for all.

Through three interconnected Community Priorities — giving all children a strong start, supporting education and academic success and creating economic opportunity for all — we make a meaningful difference in the lives of those with greatest need in our community.

Three Community Priorities

Giving All Children A Strong Start in Life

Ensuring all children in our community are able to enter kindergarten ready to succeed.

Supporting Education and Academic Success

Building educational success through partnerships schools, families and communities.

Creating Economic Opportunity for All

Ensuring people can meet their basic needs and have opportunities to move toward economic success.

OUR STORIES

Answering the Call After Hurricane Helene
Finding a Future with Mile High United Way
10 Ways You Supported Metro Denver Families in 2024
Thanksgiving Baskets Bring Holiday Cheer for Families
Ways to Support Our Community This Holiday Season

Mile High United Way’s Kasey Harlos shares her experience following a deployment to Virginia earlier this year to serve families affected by Hurricane Helene.

February 3, 2025

Anika joined Bridging the Gap almost a decade ago after she turned 18 and exited Colorado’s foster care system. After years of unexpected circumstances, health challenges and even tragedy, Anika has a new outlook on life.

January 28, 2025

As 2024 comes to an end, we are reminiscing about the many ways you stepped up to support Metro Denver families! Here’s how you created change this year …

December 17, 2024

For many Denver families, Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate life’s blessings with loved ones. However, the holidays can be difficult for some. Each year, Mile High United Way helps

December 9, 2024

From providing meals on Thanksgiving to running a toy drive to mentoring local business owners, you can join Mile High United Way in supporting Metro Denver families this season. As the holidays approach, we invite you to learn how you can get involved in our programs and community outreach events.

October 10, 2024

Give

When you give to Mile High United Way, your dollars do more.
We surround our community with the programs and resources that address today’s biggest issues and help prevent tomorrow’s.
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Advocate

Creating long-term change, one step at a time.
Learn more about how public policy plays a critical role in our work to create pathways to success.

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Volunteer

Volunteering can be a fun and deeply rewarding experience where you can make immediate change.
Make an immediate and lasting change by improving lives and building a stronger community.
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