About CYC
Colorado Youth for a Change (CYC) connects youth with opportunities to get back into school and also creates pathways, alongside caring adults, to build confidence and find success in school and beyond. We believe all young people can rise above obstacles and barriers to learn and succeed.
“In the beginning, I didn’t expect myself to graduate…I didn’t expect myself to be truly happy with the way life has been treating me.
But here I am, graduating from high school and in college. I truly feel blessed that I have both of my parents by my side to make sure I get what I need, when I need it.
I am officially becoming a responsible adult. I stumble, I fall, I rise, and I strive, all so that I can see better days.” 2019 Graduate
In partnership with school districts across Colorado, we are pleased to provide a continuum of programming for children and youth, spanning from age 3 all the way through age 21.
Our Values
CYC grounds its work in the following values, which help us make decisions and inform strategies when supporting children and young people.
Growth: We invest in ourselves, our students, and our communities through continuous learning and unlearning.
Integrity: We align decisions and actions with our organizational values to demonstrate consistency and build trust.
Community: We create community with intention and care, built on relationships that honor our collective stories.
Systemic transformation: We commit to engage in personal and communal work to transform oppressive systems and to co-create new systems rooted in equity and belonging.
Equity and Anti-Oppression Commitment
CYC is committed to both the process and the goal of being an equitable and anti-oppressive organization. Our shared responsibility in achieving this is intentionally investing in our team, consistently refining our organization, and working to transform oppressive systems and co create new systems rooted in equity and belonging. Investing in our team is central to our organizational success.
We cultivate a culture where every individual is recognized and valued for their unique perspectives and identities. We support growth and community within our team to ensure we can innovate in our schools and communities. We believe that organizations should learn and grow as they evolve.
We are committed to continuous learning and unlearning to refine our programs and maximize their impacts, while holistically supporting the members of our team.