Our Mission
Help youth make a difference in themselves and their community through meaningful service opportunities and educational experiences.

who
we are.
Mile High Youth Corps (MHYC) is a nonprofit social enterprise powered by a network of young adults, ages 18-24, who are justice-focused, comitted to creating sustainable communities and pursuing a meaningful path to career success. As a leader in positive youth development, workforce development and community-based service, our Youth Corps completes conservation and construction projects across 24 Colorado counties. For over 30 years, our work is making a difference for communities today and building a stronger workforce for tomorrow.
Where
we serve.
MHYC serves communities across the state of Colorado. The Map below shows the 24 counties where our youth work.
Our Vision
Youth are empowered to serve, steward, and succeed.
2025 Impact
582 low-income households
retrofitted with energy conservation measures
$340,480
in AmeriCorps
Education
Awards earned
89,668 hours
of service
to the community
completed
312 acres
of public land
improved
26 units
of green,
low-income
housing built