What We Do
Sun Valley Youth Center provides year-round after-school and summer programming for children and teens in Denver’s Sun Valley neighborhood. We support youth ages 5–18 with academic help, social-emotional learning, enrichment activities, and warm, scratch-made meals in a safe and caring environment. Our programs are designed to build resilience, nurture potential, and empower youth to thrive.
Our Programs
Elementary: Our elementary programs support youth in developing essential life skills through education, recreation, art, and mindfulness practices.
We offer personalized learning experiences, organized sports, nutritious meals, and emotional development opportunities. By working closely with our community partners, we create meaningful opportunities that inspire personal growth and connection.
Middle School: Our programs offer middle school students the tools they need to succeed academically, physically, and emotionally.
Through personalized support, recreational activities, life skills training, and creative outlets, we help youth grow into confident, capable individuals. We encourage their voices and interests to shape our offerings, creating a meaningful space for learning, connection, and self-discovery.
High School: Our programs empower high school students to grow, discover their potential, and build the skills needed for a confident, independent future.
Here’s what participants can expect:
Career & College Readiness: Expert guidance with resumes, scholarship applications, and college admissions to prepare for the future.
Mental Health Support: Skills to manage stress, build confidence, and strengthen relationships using Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI).
Academic Enrichment: High schoolers have the opportunity for more one-to-one tutoring time to support with advanced coursework. We also offer opportunities to mentor younger students.
Real-World Experience: Teens aged 16 and older can work at the center as aides, gaining job experience and career development.
Recreation & Wellness: Activities like bike rides, sports, art therapy, equine therapy, and podcasting to promote growth and well-being.
The program offers a welcoming environment with comfortable seating, technology for schoolwork, and essential supplies to help students stay on track. Whether they want to improve academically, plan for the future, or connect with a supportive community, this program is designed to empower youth for a better future.
Supporting Youth, Building Community
We provide youth with the tools and resources they need to thrive: fresh-prepared meals, caring academic support, comfortable spaces to play, and loving guidance from adults who truly care about their future.
From learning help and sports activities to creative arts and community engagement, we meet the diverse needs of every child. Through partnerships with local organizations, we offer enriching experiences that promote personal development, healthy relationships, and lifelong skills.
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Community Engagement
We provide many opportunities for families to gather for game nights, movie nights, community BBQs, bike rides, and more...
Our goal is to assist families in building strong connections and healthy relationships. In order to further support Sun Valley residents, we host many community-wide drives from school supplies, to shoes, to Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance.
