Girls Inc. of Metro Denver

At Girls Inc. of Metro Denver, girls build confidence, discover their strengths, and develop the skills to shape their futures.

We equip more than 2,500 girls each year to overcome barriers and reach their full potential. This year, we opened our second campus in East Denver, expanding access to caring mentors, meaningful connections, and new opportunities for girls across the city.

This Colorado Gives Day, give her a place to become who she’s meant to be. Give her the gift of Girls Inc.

Our Mission

Girls Inc. of Metro Denver's mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

Our vision is a world in which every girl values her whole self, discovers her inner strengths, and achieves her goals.

Organization Background

Founded in 1983, Girls Inc. of Metro Denver (GIMD) was established to fill the gap in comprehensive, girl-specific after-school programming in Denver. GIMD is an affiliate of the national Girls Incorporated organization, a recognized authority on girls' issues with a history dating back to 1864. This year, Girls Inc. of Metro Denver opened a second campus in East Denver to continue serving more girls across the city.

GIMD has evolved from an after-school mentorship program into a holistic organization serving over 2,500 youth annually with programming focused on the Whole Girl, including STEM education, civic leadership, entrepreneurship, and overall wellbeing support. This evolution has been driven by continuous feedback from girls and families, ensuring that programs align with their most pressing needs to best prepare girls for the workforce. 

GIMD's comprehensive programming provides girls with three essential forms of capital for success:

• Aspirational: Opportunities where girls envision themselves as leaders and set career goals through exposure to diverse role models and career pathways across all program areas.
• Navigational: Skills to maneuver and demystify systems such as higher education, workforce entry, and community engagement through internship programs, college preparation, and post-secondary support.
• Social: Connections to networks, resources, and peer communities that support long-term success through mentoring relationships, alumni connections, and community partnerships.

Through its comprehensive programs, GIMD ensures that girls receive consistent, impactful support that empowers them to thrive academically and personally, equipping them with the tools they need to succeed in all aspects of their lives.

Testimonials

"The experiences I've had at the center are ones I hold dear, because of how much joy and learning it has provided me with. It has been a privilege to be exposed to higher thinking and understanding of the world at such a young age, especially as a woman of color.” - Latifa B., Girls Inc. Scholar and Girl Since 3rd Grade

“Girls Inc. of Metro Denver will always be my second home. It is where I have grown up and been inspired by the leadership and knowledge of so many wonderful women.” - Sienna, GIMD and Girls Inc. HQ Scholarship Winner

“We go to Girls Inc. because it is a safe place for my girls that my family can count on. The Girls Inc. summer is so fun and my girls learn so many different things like how to name and handle their emotions and even how to play the guitar! At the afterschool program, I know my girls will get picked up from school by the Girls Inc. vans, get fed, and that they will be in a place that helps them grow and feel empowered.” - Girls Inc. Parent

“Girls Inc. does such an amazing job empowering young girls, but what really stands out for me is the emphasis on encouraging girls to take up space and use their voice!” Christina, Volunteer Since 2024

“GIMD is an incredible place— the staff and volunteers are all so dedicated to the mission and embody the values every day. I often leave my weekly shift feeling like the girls had a larger impact on me than vice versa and my cup overflowing.” - Grace, Volunteer Since 2024