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.
Urban Peak And The 9Leader Of The Year
Urban Peak ignites the potential in youth to exit homelessness and create self-determined, fulfilled lives. Visit UrbanPeak.org for more.
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!