Providing youth with steady support and access to opportunities.

LiftED Futures offers afterschool and summer programming that supports youth success in school and in life. We work alongside caregivers and community partners to create steady connections and expand access to meaningful opportunities.

About LiftED Futures

Since 1988, Colorado LiftED Foundation has built its work on long-term partnership — walking alongside youth and families across the Denver Metro area.

LiftED Futures supports youth through school and into life beyond high school. Our team stays connected because real growth happens through consistent relationships — and we're here whenever young people are ready.

We believe access to strong learning opportunities and meaningful future pathways should not depend on a young person's circumstances.

What We Focus On

Social and Emotional Learning: Helping youth build belonging, confidence, and relationship skills

Tutoring and Homework Help: Individualized academic support based on what each youth needs

Future-Ready Skills Development: Goal-setting, communication, self-advocacy, and planning

Project-Based Learning: Hands-on experiences that build curiosity and real-world skills

College & Career Exploration: Curriculum, guest speakers, and field trips that expand what youth see as possible

How Support Grows Over Time

Grades

3–8

Connection, confidence, and strong learning habits

Grades

9–11

Establishing identity and exploring college and career pathways

Grade

12

Strengthening future ready skills and outlining next steps

After

HS

Launching Fall 2026
Post-secondary transition support — advising, resource navigation, and next-step planning