MHYC is currently hiring for two program staff positions. The Southern Front
Range Site Director is a senior management position that oversees
MHYC programs in
Colorado Springs and
seven surrounding counties. This position is based in Colorado Springs. The Case Manager is responsible or Corpsmember Job-Readiness Training and
Lifeskills classes, as
well as providing intensive post-program support and follow-up for all MHYC Corpsmembers. This position is based in Denver. For more information on each position, click here. |
Donate to Mile High Youth Corps today and you'll assist in employing over 70 Corpsmembers this fall. These young adults will help low-income families conserve water and energy, build affordable homes for local families and rid the Front Range of harmful, non-native trees and plants. Contribute here today! |
Even though our fingers have been tightly wrapped around chainsaws and rock bars, the summer is slipping through. We've refurbished campsites in Pike National Forest, as well as removed Russian Olive trees at Rocky Mountain Arsenal... To read more of Vanessa's blog entry, visit The Corps Conversation here. |
Celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of our current YouthBuild Corpsmembers at a graduation ceremony on Friday, September 11, from 4:00-5:30 p.m. in the ballroom of the Mercury Cafe (2199 California St., Denver). Direct questions and RSVP by September 4 to Eliska Champagne-Veselka at eliskacv@mhyc.net or 303.433.1206 (opt. 2, x234).
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Save the Date: Fall Wine Tasting Toast MHYC at the 2009 Fall Wine Tasting with Corks- The Wine Store on Thursday, October 8 at One Lincoln Park (100 E. 20th Ave., Denver). You'll enjoy the downtown views from a penthouse condo as you sip and learn about a variety of wines. For more information, contact Anna Black at annab@mhyc.net or 303.433.1206 (opt. 1, x344).
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| Upcoming Events |
8/14/09 End of Summer BBQ (11:30 a.m., Berkeley Park, Denver)
9/11/09 YouthBuild Program Graduation (Mercury Cafe)
9/12/09 Hike for Youth fundraising event, benefiting MHYC
10/08/09 MHYC Fall Wine Tasting with Corks- The Wine Store (One Lincoln Park)
**For more info on events listed above, visit our online events calendar. |
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One Month Until Hike for Youth: Sign Up Today |
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Hike for Youth is an active, outdoor fundraising event that raises essential funds for MHYC programs. On Saturday, September 12, 2009, hundreds of people will hit the trails of Golden Gate Canyon State Park to show their support for the Corps at this collaberative event. Participants can register for a variety of hikes, or for the inaugural 10K Trail Run for Youth, individually or with a group of friends. All hikes will end in time for the after-hike party, the perfect opportunity to recharge with free lunch, entertainment and fellow MHYC fans. Register here and be sure to indicate that your hike/run is to benefit MHYC. After signing up, you're encouraged to raise $100 or more in pledges to support the Corps.
Afraid to fundraise? It's a breeze with these simple steps:
- Make it Personal- Directly after registering, you'll receive your very own Hike for Youth Web page. Personalize it by adding photos etc. and e-mail the link out to your address book. You'll be collecting online contributions in no time.
- Share Your Connection- Tell people why you're participating in the Hike and what MHYC means to you.
- Spread the Word- Promote your participation through free advertising space like company newsletters, neighborhood fliers and Facebook.
- Seek Out Matching Gift Opportunities- Ask your company or church to match any personal pledges you raise and double your money.
- Pool Your Pledges- Hiking with a group of friends? Set a group goal and try to reach it together.
- Have Fun- Showing enthusiasm and passion for MHYC is the best way to raise money.
Top fundraisers will win prizes like outdoor gear and REI gift cards. Happy trails! For more information about Hike for Youth and/or how to get your company or group of friends involved, contact annab@mhyc.net or call 303.433.1206 (opt. 1, x344). |
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MHYC Merges with Springs-based Youth Corps |
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Mile High Youth Corps is excited to announce that the Colorado Legends & Legacies Youth Corps (CLLYC) in Colorado Springs has merged with us to create one youth corps organization that will serve the Denver metro area and the seven counties of the Southern Front Range. CLLYC has operated a small, high-quality program for the past five years but knew that the organization could not be financially sustained or grow in its current form. The merger will create significant efficiencies and cost-savings in the Southern Front Range programs due to combined administrative, fiscal, development and marketing functions under MHYC's current management structure and brand. In addition, programming will be strengthened by the resources and expertise that MHYC can provide. We are excited about having the opportunity to expand to serve additional youth and community project sponsors in the seven counties currently served by CLLYC. Our next steps include supporting current CLLYC staff as they finish their summer program this month and hiring a Site Director to manage the Colorado Springs office and future programming in the region. Once the new Site Director is in place, we will implement a strategic planning process to determine our focus for 2010 and beyond. Expanding our reach to seven additional counties in the Southern Front Range is ambitious yet, in this challenging and uncertain economy, providing young people with tangible skills is more important than ever. We are thankful for the opportunity to expand our reach to this region of the state. We will continue to provide updates on the merger as we continue to transition the program and begin the strategic planning process. If you have questions or ideas about the merger Kelly Causey at 303.433.1206 opt 2, x225 or kellyc@mhyc.net. |
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We're Now Accepting YouthBuild Applications |
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"Thanks to Mile High Youth Corps, I was able to successfully get my GED. YouthBuild helped me find my leadership potential and showed me how to conduct myself as a young gentleman. The program has also given me vital qualities to successfully get a job and turn it into a career." -Danny, current YouthBuilder
YouthBuild is a job training, education and leadership development program for out-of-school and unemployed young adults ages 18-24. YouthBuild Corpsmembers split their time between a working on a construction job site (where they learn diverse construction trades) and studying for a GED in the MHYC classroom. For more information on YouthBuild, click here.
To apply for all MHYC youth jobs, including YouthBuild, visit our Web site or stop by the Corps' office at 1801 Federal Blvd.
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Elected Officials Check Out MHYC's Work |
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Over the past two months, six local, state and national government officials have stopped by MHYC and our Summer of Service projects. "MHYC youth are working hard all summer to benefit the community and seeing them in action is a highlight of anyone's day, let alone for public officials," said Executive Director Dr. Kelly Causey.
Site visits offer officials the opportunity to experience firsthand the work taking place within their districts, acknowledge the young adults serving in the Corps and learn more about the programs at MHYC. "They really enjoy (the visits) and our youth have a rare opportunity to voice their input directly to elected officials. It's civic engagement at its best."
Thanks for Visiting MHYC this Summer
-U.S. Senator Michael Bennet
-Colorado Governor Bill Ritter
-Denver City Councilman Rick Garcia
-Denver City Councilman Michael Hancock
-Denver City Councilman Doug Linkhart
-Dir. of External and Intergovernmental Affairs Ray Rivera,
Office of the Secretary, Department of the Interior | |
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