EVENTS, NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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June Peak News
This spring was extra special for Urban Peak as we celebrated not one, but TWO prom nights highlighting inclusivity! The first of these fabulous proms was a fundraiser put on by our partners at Queer Prom Denver, with half of all proceeds going to Urban Peak programs.
May Peak News
Urban Peak is grateful to work with amazing partners across our community, and there are few as passionate as John Farnam, the managing director of the Morgridge Family Foundation.
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April Peak News
Beyond therapy, what are other ways we support youths' mental health? One popular activity involves cuddling with a furry friend. Urban Peak has partnered up with Denver Pet Partners (DPP) and its volunteers (both human and canine), to bring the short-term joy and long-term benefits of emotional support animals to youth in our spaces.
Denver’s $38 million solution for youth homelessness triples shelter beds and looks like a college dorm
“There is nothing like this in Denver. There is nothing like this anywhere,” said Urban Peak CEO Christina Carlson as she gave The Colorado Sun a tour of the building on a chilly morning when melting snow dripped through the unfinished roof onto cement floors.
March Peak News
Thankfully, with the completion of The Mothership this summer, we will finally be able to expand our shelter services to include all the youth we serve, up to their 25th birthday!
February Peak News
For Black History Month in February, many of the creative works throughout the exhibition were created by Black artists or featured depictions of Black culture and people.
Youth Spotlight: Josiah
Josiah is a wonderful human with a bright smile that lights up the whole room and a wicked sense of humor that will keep you laughing until your stomach hurts. He is known around Urban Peak for his impeccable dress and is always wearing a trendy suit and tie.
January Peak News
2024 marks a very exciting year for Urban Peak as we will finally be opening the doors of The Mothership, our new four-story campus that will include shelter space for minors as well as young adults.
Peak Spotlight: Colorado Avalanche VISIT The Spot
Urban Peak youth and staff were thrilled to welcome representatives and players from the Colorado Avalanche to The Spot for some mixing and mingling this month! Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, owner of the Denver Nuggets, the Colorado Rapids and the Avs, has been a strong supporter of Urban Peak for years and we’re excited to be working even more closely together!
Youth Spotlight: Jako
Jako was awarded Youth of the Week and recently celebrated his achievement by having lunch with his favorite Urban Peak staff! He first came to Urban Peak when he connected with our outreach team back in March of 2023 and now he regularly visits our Drop-In Center.
Homeless youth overcome with emotion after seeing photos of themselves on exhibit at MCA Denver
Simmy Kifletsion stared up at a portrait of herself hanging in the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver. The 19-year-old’s knees came close to buckling as she clapped a hand over her mouth, eyes brimming with tears.
December Peak News
On the eve of this year’s Winter Solstice, Urban Peak youth and staff gathered at The Spot to celebrate the season for our 2nd annual “Spot Solstice/All Holiday/Bah Hum Bug Party.”
At least 311 unhoused people have died in 2023 alone
The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless released hundreds of names of unhoused people who passed away this year — but the coalition believes the death count could be much larger.
November Peak News
As the holidays are approaching, you have an opportunity to make a direct impact in the lives of the most vulnerable in our community: youth experiencing homelessness.
October Peak News
Our amazing construction partners at Deneuve Construction have been working diligently all year to raise The Mothership out of the ground.
September Peak News
The smiles all around at community breakfast are contagious, and we love this regular chance to celebrate what makes Urban Peak an awesome place to ignite the potential in our youth.
August Peak News
Thanks to your generosity, we’re able to provide our youth with access to the resources they need to exit homelessness and create self-determined, fulfilled lives.
July Peak News
Thank you to everyone who showed up for our youth at Maverick Thinkers! It was an evening full of laughter, tears and opportunities to honor some of our most committed friends and champions.
June Peak News
June is always a fun time at Urban Peak with so much to celebrate, and this year is no different. Our staff truly went all out for our 2nd annual Juneteenth celebration at the lovely Mestizo-Curtis Park…