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Impact

Spreading goodness near and far.

From student-led podcasts and stories of profound impact, to leadership awards and capstone projects, we’re proud to share about our footprint in the community.

Mt. Bross Legacy Award

For seniors who are part of the Decalibron Summit Program, the Mt. Bross Legacy project is their community capstone for their time in CYL. Learn about their impact and find inspiration.

Presidential Service Volunteer Award

We are a certifying organization to provide the Presidential Volunteer Service Award to eligible Young Leaders during their time in our program. Bronze, silver, gold and lifetime awards are honored at our annual End of School Celebration in May.

Find and track service opportunies

Kindly Bold Award

This scholarship is awarded to a senior who lives Kindly Bold, in honor of 2019 CYL Alumna Lauren Guthrie and her legacy in Colorado Young Leaders.

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Our Stories

Hope in the Legal System

Hope in the Legal System

In this episode, Sonakshi and Brayden talk with have a hope-filled conversation about criminal justice reform. Guests Vanessa Gates and Ellen Clark share their perspectives on the American legal system, identifying flaws and discussing new ways forward. Vanessa Gates...

Equity in the Classroom

Equity in the Classroom

In this episode, Sonakshi and Brayden dive into classroom culture and the power of representation in schools. They chat with Devonte Parker, a senior at Northeast Early College, and Mary Kaye Bjork, a Grandview High School English teacher, about the importance of open...

Adventure for Someone

Adventure for Someone

CYL's Central Denver Chapter had a great time on May 1, 2022 leading an Adventure for Someone hike in partnership with Big City Mountaineers (BCM)! Throughout the year, this Chapter has been working to support BCM’s mission of providing outdoor experiences to students...

S2E2: Joyful Change

S2E2: Joyful Change

In this episode, Sonakshi and Brayden talk with Bre, from Joy as Resistance, and Clarise, a member of Colorado Youth Congress, to discuss change, leadership, identity, and self expression in the queer community. Generation Collaboration is produced in partnership...

Joyful Change

Joyful Change

In this episode, Sonakshi and Brayden talk with Bre, from Joy as Resistance, and Clarise, a member of Colorado Youth Congress, to discuss change, leadership, identity, and self expression in the queer community. Generation Collaboration is produced in partnership...

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