Did you know that 37% of students in Denver area schools will not graduate and 42% of Denver's homeless population is under the age of 18? These statistics are alarming, but there is a way to help our community's at-risk youth. Caring, adult mentors are needed to spend quality time with young people who need their support. Mentoring provides encouragement that helps kids avoid risky activities and lifestyle choices.

No special skills needed, just a few hours a month of quality time will make a difference. Mentoring can be as simple as doing homework, going to the park or sharing an ice cream. Research shows that mentored youth have improved academic performance and are less likely to become involved in risky behavior.

Join in the Mentoring effort today!
- Invite us to do a presentation or schedule a Mentoring 101 training
- Handout recruitment flyers
- Utilize the Mentor Recruitment Brochure
- Hang posters around your office or organization
- Run an announcement in your bulletin, newsletter or community paper

Please help us support the Metro Mentor Challenge and encourage your members or employees to contact me at the number listed below.

Become a mentor. Strengthen our community.

For any questions, please contact:
Imelda Unibe, Mentoring Community Liaison, Mile High United Way
imelda.unibe@unitedwaydenver.org
Direct: 303-561-2332