O Beloved Creator whose Spirit lives deep within us all, may the dark and dormant days of the winter season move us to value this time of year through your gifts of waiting and awareness. Slowly and intentionally call us to reflect on our life’s journey: what it is that we need to release; and […]
“I didn’t grow up wealthy,” says Jessica Dominguez, “but I had little firsthand contact with the poor. Only as an adult were my eyes opened to real suffering in our society – when I became a teacher.” Jessica taught in an area of the city where her students were very vulnerable, and she particularly noticed […]
Dear Friends, Fifteen years ago, the city of Denver made a bold commitment to end homelessness. Resources were prioritized, and gifted people dedicated themselves to the work. The presence of people sleeping on our streets reminds us that we didn’t end homelessness. Indeed, the challenge may be greater now than ever. One less visible aspect […]
“One of the most refreshing attributes Jayde has is the deep and intentional thought she gives to practicing life on her own,” says Family Advocate Denise Vaughn about Joshua Station resident Jayde Bonato. “This is Jayde’s first time really on her own, and she is doing amazing at Joshua Station! She is so eager to […]
Dear Friends, I have several pieces of very good news to share: First, on October 13 we reached the goal of our capital campaign by raising $4.1 million in gifts from generous people like you! We still need additional support to complete the entire development and some special projects – but the successful completion of […]
Celebrating your beautiful generosity this week… The Christmas Store was a great success. “WOW” was the first word out of the mouth of virtually every first-time shopper who entered the big room of tables piled with brand-new gifts, arranged neatly by age level. Each parent (or couple) had a leisurely 30 minutes to browse gifts […]
So many of our generous donors are pre-scheduling their gifts for Colorado Gives Day. Will you join them today, in support of our resident families transitioning from homelessness? It’s easy online, and any amount is a great help. As we’ve mentioned, gifts received through Colorado Gives next Tuesday, December 8, will be increased thanks to […]
Dear Friends, In this most unusual holiday week, can I share some of our delights at Mile High Ministries? And if I may, I’d like to invite you to consider celebrating these joys with a donation to help us grow into the coming year. I’m well aware of the hardship and turmoil that has touched us […]
“I’ve been so blessed,” says Rebecca Offner. “The blessings that have rained down on me keep me aware that I’ve had no control over it all.” Rebecca’s thoughts constantly turn to generosity—in fact, it’s the primary reason she decided recently against retirement. “People are in need.” Rebecca met Executive Director Jeff Johnsen after his presentation […]
Every year, generous people make a beautiful thing happen: The Christmas Store at Mile High Ministries. This is the 30th anniversary for the Christmas Store! Thirty years ago we threw together a makeshift store at the last minute after Thanksgiving, in response to a handful of moms who were crestfallen that they didn’t have money […]