Colorado Miners

Miners Community Center History

In July 2010 we took over the operation of the City and County of Denver's former Johnson Recreation Center.  The center was scheduled for closure due to budget constraints.  By leveraging the volunteer community we were  able to keep the center open and continue to serve Elyria and the surrounding communities in Denver's poorest inner-city areas for 8 years. August 2018, the Contract between the Colorado Miners and Denver Parks & Recreation expired with no renewal possibilities. The movement and process camouflaged as the Rino District, began to change the character of the neighborhood through the influx of more affluent residents and investments, 

Gentrification. 

 

The Colorado Miners is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to supporting today’s youth. Established in 2004, the organization was founded to fill a void in the development of today’s youth and to give young people as many advantages as possible to be successful in life.

 

Our Mission is to inspire responsibility, self-worth, confidence and leadership within our community.  We are committed to providing youth and adults with educational, social, fitness and athletic activities so they have the best opportunity to lead happy, healthy and productive lives.  

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Together we can make a difference in communities that need our help the most.  We are bringing hope and changing lives of people every day. Help us continue our mission and volunteer or donate today!