OUR IMPACT

15 years of measurable youth-led change

Since 2010, more than 1,255 youth have distributed nearly $1 million to 222 nonprofits, impacting over 800,000 lives. Youth have also influenced more than $12 million in institutional funding toward inclusive, youth-informed community strategies.

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Program Impact

What our programs have achieved

Youth Grantmaking

Flagship 19-week program for ages 13–18. Youth have distributed nearly $1 million to 222 nonprofits, impacting 800,000+ lives, and influenced over $12 million in institutional funding.

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Grantmaking cohort

YouthScan Project

Launched 2021. Through trauma-informed, anonymous workshops, 3,000+ youth have contributed insights powering the YouthScan Dashboard — used by educators, funders, and policymakers statewide.

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YouthScan workshop

Newer Programs

Growing our impact

Launched 2024

Youth Insight Labs

Six-week paid program. Youth analyze YouthScan data and present findings to community leaders. 98 youth participated in FY24–25.

98 youth

FY24–25

GIV → Youth Action Lab

Youth Action Lab

The GIV Fellowship supported 39 fellows. Now evolving into the Youth Action Lab, expanding opportunities for youth leadership and career readiness.

39 fellows

Supported to Date

Recognition

Awards & recognition

Top Nonprofit Finalist

ColoradoBiz Magazine — 2019 & 2020

Innovator Award

Community First Foundation — 2018

Outstanding Foundation

National Philanthropy Day Colorado — 2017

Governor's Service Award

Outstanding Nonprofit — 2014

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