National Volunteer Week 2025 brings volunteers together from across Metro Denver to support Mile High United Way’s programs. Meet a few of our volunteers who dedicate their time to our community during this week and year-round.

By Ashley Monroe, 211 Community Resource Navigator | Ashley connects Coloradans to basic needs resources through our 211 Help Center.

D’borah, a former foster youth, now advocates for others. She recently joined us at the Colorado State Capitol in support of SB25-150, a bill to establish a pilot program for youth in foster care. We invite you to read or listen to D’borah’s powerful testimony.

By Faye Wooden, AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader. “Each client who comes to Tax Help Colorado has a story. I have the privilege of hearing these stories while preparing a client’s tax return.”

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.