The support of donors and volunteers is essential to Urban Peak being able to realize our vision —
That all Colorado youth have safe housing, supportive relationships, and the opportunity for self-sufficiency and success. Learn how you can support us and our essential work.
Donate
The support of our donors is critical to the success of Urban Peak.
From providing food, shelter, and housing to operating outreach and programs, with case management, behavioral health, and trusting relationships, our donors ignite the spark in youth to lead self-directed, fulfilled lives.
Become a Recurring Donor
Ways to Donate
For monetary donations, call us at 303.974.2950 or use the donation form on this page.
For in-kind donations (goods or services), call us at 303.974.2951
Mail a check to Urban Peak, ATTN: Development Department, 2100 Stout Street | Denver, CO 80205
Please note: Urban Peak’s fiscal year runs from October 1 - September 30. Recognition of donors in our annual Impact Report is based on gifts made during the most recent fiscal year, not the calendar year.
Every dollar counts – no matter the amount. Your gift goes directly to supporting our programs and services for our youth. Urban Peak is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that relies on the support of generous individuals, foundations and corporate partners.
Homeless Contribution Tax Credit (formerly Enterprise Zone)
Contributions to Urban Peak Denver of $100 or more are eligible for the Homeless Contribution Tax Credit (HCTC), a Colorado state income tax credit equal to 25% of the amount contributed for financial gifts. In-kind and stock donations of $5,000.00 or more also qualify for a 25% state tax credit. If your gift or donation qualifies for the tax credit and you have provided us with the required information, you will receive a certificate via email by mid-February of the next calendar year.
Please note: the legislative bill that created the HCTC requires that in order to receive the tax credit we will need your name, address, email, and full social security number (or Colorado Tax ID number for businesses). You can contact Development directly at 303.974.2952 to securely provide us with your full SSN.
Tax Checkoff Colorado
Filing your Taxes? Don’t forget about Urban Peak! If you want to donate all or a portion of your refund to one of the organizations on the 2022 Voluntary Contributions Schedule, please be sure to fill out the DR 0104CH form and submit it with your 2022 Colorado Individual Income Tax Return. DR 0104CH is the form for 2022 Voluntary Contributions, and will ensure that your selected organizations receive the donations you have designated. Urban Peak is organization number 16 on the voluntary contribution schedule.
Donate on Colorado Gives Day 2023
Colorado Gives Day will take place on Tuesday, December 5th. Please support Urban Peak on the day our statewide community comes together to support Colorado nonprofits.
Workplace Giving
Many companies offer a match of their employees’ gifts. Check with your human resources director to see if your company will provide a match to your donation to Urban Peak.
Legacy and Planned Giving
There are many ways to leave a legacy, and for those who wish to include a gift to Urban Peak in their legacy – we are grateful. If you are considering including Urban Peak in your will or estate plans, please call us for a confidential discussion, and we’ll be honored to discuss the ways you can leave a lasting legacy to help Urban Peak achieve our mission.
For information on how to include Urban Peak as the beneficiary of assets, please click here.
For more information or a confidential conversation about your estate gift to Urban Peak, please contact the Director of Development, Alicia Economos at 303.974.2949 or alicia.economos@urbanpeak.org.
Stocks, Bonds & Securities Donations
Stocks that have appreciated in value can be subject to capital gains tax when sold; however, by transferring your appreciated shares of stock directly to Urban Peak, you can avoid all capital gains taxes. To donate stock to Urban Peak, ask your financial advisor to contact the Development Department or you can reach out directly to us at 303.974.2950 or donate@urbanpeak.org.
Wire Transfer Donations
Electronic wire transfers are the most secure and expedient delivery process available for donations. We recommend you contact us for specific instructions, as funds often come in without donor information.
Please contact Marnie Cooke at 303.974.2949 or marnie.cooke@urbanpeak.org for further instructions.
Vehicle Donations
Urban Peak is able to accept donations of vehicles with the help of our partners at Cars Helping Charities. They provide free towing and will gladly work with you on your donation of your car, truck, motorcycle, or recreational vehicle (RVs, boats, etc.) when you select Urban Peak as your charity of choice. For more information, please call 303.423.CARS (2277) or visit their website. The IRS permits you to take a charitable tax deduction on your federal income tax return for the gross sale of your vehicle. If the gross sale of the vehicle is greater than $500, the IRS will expect you to fill out Form 8283, “Non-cash Charitable Contributions.”
Fundraise for Urban Peak!
Have you considered hosting a donation drive, a Facebook fundraiser, planning a golf tournament, concert, or house party to raise money for Urban Peak? If so, we would love to talk with you about our current needs and how you can join us in our mission to help youth on their path to self-sufficiency.
Please email our Development team to discuss your idea a minimum of four weeks prior to the event. If your event is approved, we may be able to support you in promoting the event on social media and other marketing platforms.
Thank you for your generous support of Urban Peak and youth experiencing homelessness. Our work would not be possible without the commitment of people like you.
For more information, contact the Assistant Director of Development at 303.974.2950 or email marissa.glatter@urbanpeak.org.
Homeless contribution tax credit
Monetary gifts of $100 or more qualify for the Homeless Contribution Tax Credit (HCTC), a new program that replaced the Enterprise Zone Tax Credit as of 1/1/2023, due to the passage of HB22-1083 by the Colorado legislature in 2022. The HCTC equals 25% of the amount contributed for monetary gifts. In-kind and stock donations of $5,000.00 or more also qualify for a 25% state tax credit.
**Please note: HB22-1083 requires that in order to receive the HCTC, we will need your name, address, email and full social security number or EIN/Colorado Tax ID number (for businesses). It is not possible to encrypt the automatic receipts that you will receive via email when you make a gift to Urban Peak online. If you do not wish for your full SSN to be included in those unencrypted email receipts, make sure you do not enter it when making your gift.
To provide your SSN securely, call us directly at 303.974.2952. We will submit the donation for certification through the Colorado Department of Local Affairs’ secure database. The tax credit certificates themselves are sent via an encrypted email program.
For more information, visit the official HCTC webpage.
Donate
The support of our donors is critical to the success of Urban Peak.
From providing food, shelter, and housing to operating outreach and programs, with case management, behavioral health, and trusting relationships, our donors ignite the spark in youth to lead self-directed, fulfilled lives.
Ways to Donate
For monetary donations, call us at 303.974.2950
For in-kind donations (goods or services), call us at 303.974.2951
Mail a check to Urban Peak, ATTN: Development Department, 2100 Stout Street | Denver, CO 80205
Please note: Urban Peak’s fiscal year runs from October 1 - September 30. Recognition of donors in our annual Impact Report is based on gifts made during the most recent fiscal year, not the calendar year.
Every dollar counts – no matter the amount. Your gift goes directly to supporting our programs and services for our youth. Urban Peak is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that relies on the support of generous individuals, foundations and corporate partners.
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Contributions to Urban Peak Denver of $250 or more are eligible for an Enterprise Zone Tax credit, a Colorado state income tax credit equal to 25% of the amount contributed for financial gifts. In-kind donations may also qualify for a 12.5% state tax credit. If your gift or donation qualifies for the tax credit, you will receive a certificate via email from the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) by mid-February of the next calendar year.
Please note that in order to receive the Enterprise Zone Tax credit, we will need your name, address, email, and the last 4 digits of your social security number or Colorado Tax ID number.
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Filing your Taxes? Don’t forget about Urban Peak! If you want to donate all or a portion of your refund to one of the organizations on the 2020 Voluntary Contributions Schedule, please be sure to fill out the DR 0104CH form and submit it with your 2020 Colorado Individual Income Tax Return. DR 0104CH is the form for 2020 Voluntary Contributions, and will ensure that your selected organizations receive the donations you have designated. Urban Peak is organization number 16 on the voluntary contribution schedule.
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Colorado Gives will take place on Tuesday, December 6th. Please support Urban Peak on the day our statewide community comes together to support Colorado nonprofits.
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Many companies offer a match of their employees’ gifts. Check with your human resources director to see if your company will provide a match to your donation to Urban Peak.
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There are many ways to leave a legacy, and for those who wish to include a gift to Urban Peak in their legacy – we are grateful. If you are considering including Urban Peak in your will or estate plans, please call us for a confidential discussion, and we’ll be honored to discuss the ways you can leave a lasting legacy to help Urban Peak achieve our mission.
For more information or a confidential conversation about your estate gift to Urban Peak, please contact the Director of Development, Alicia Economos at 303.974.2949 or alicia.economos@urbanpeak.org.
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Stocks that have appreciated in value can be subject to capital gains tax when sold; however, by transferring your appreciated shares of stock directly to Urban Peak, you can avoid all capital gains taxes. To donate stock to Urban Peak, ask your financial advisor to contact the Development Department or you can reach out directly at 303.974.2950 or donate@urbanpeak.org.
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Electronic wire transfers are the most secure and expedient delivery process available for donations. We recommend you contact us for specific instructions, as funds often come in without donor information.
Please contact Alicia Economos at 303.974.2949 or alicia.economos@urbanpeak.org for further instructions.
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Urban Peak is able to accept donations of vehicles with the help of our partners at Cars Helping Charities. They provide free towing and will gladly work with you on your donation of your car, truck, motorcycle, or recreational vehicle (RVs, boats, etc.) when you select Urban Peak as your charity of choice.
For more information, please call 303.423.CARS (2277) or visit their website. The IRS permits you to take a charitable tax deduction on your federal income tax return for the gross sale of your vehicle. If the gross sale of the vehicle is greater than $500, the IRS will expect you to fill out Form 8283, “Non-cash Charitable Contributions.”
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Have you considered hosting a donation drive, a Facebook fundraiser, planning a golf tournament, concert, or house party to raise money for Urban Peak? If so, we would love to talk with you about our current needs and how you can join us in our mission to help youth on their path to self-sufficiency.
Please email our Development team to discuss your idea a minimum of four weeks prior to the event. If your event is approved, we may be able to support you in promoting the event on social media and other marketing platforms.
Thank you for your generous support of Urban Peak and youth experiencing homelessness. Our work would not be possible without the commitment of people like you.
For more information, contact the Assistant Director of Development at 303.974.2950 or email marissa.glatter@urbanpeak.org.
Volunteer
Urban Peak provides a multitude of opportunities to get involved and make a difference in our community, such as by serving meals at the Shelter, teaching a class and more. We couldn’t do our important work without your help!
in-kind donaTions
By making an in-kind donation, you ensure that our youths’ most basic needs are covered and readily accessible. From there, they can begin to heal their trauma, work toward their long-term goals and ultimately create a self-determined and fulfilling life.
There are two ways to support us with an item donation. You can keep it simple by ordering items most needed by our youth directly off Amazon, or you can personally drop off an item donation.
Donation drop-offs are by appointment only. To schedule a drop-off, please call 303.974.2951.
Sponsors, Community Partners & Employer Partners
Urban Peak's partners play a critical role in supporting our youth.
To learn more about how your organization can become involved with Urban Peak, contact our Development Department at 303.974.2950 or email donate@urbanpeak.org.
Establishing a positive relationship with Urban Peak for three or more months dramatically improves the lives of homeless youth.
For youth who spend at least 90 days working with Urban Peak, their chances for (a) positive, sustainable housing, (b) addressing challenges or needs like substance abuse, (c) securing access to healthcare, and (d) making positive connections with adults and community resources increase significantly. Research shows that living in temporary housing with supportive programming for at least two months can reduce the likelihood of chronic homelessness in youth.
Attend an Event
Attending an Urban Peak event is a powerful way to connect with others who are passionate about youth facing homelessness and provide direct support for our services.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Xcel Energy is a proud partner of Urban Peak and is honored to support their employment and training programs. We know that employment levels directly impact a community’s economic prosperity and Urban Peak is on the front lines helping Colorado youth reach their full potential.