URBAN PEAK | |
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Mission | Urban Peak helps youth experiencing homelessness and youth at risk of experiencing homelessness overcome challenges by providing essential services and a supportive community, empowering them to become self-sufficient adults. |
Services/Programs | Street outreach, drop-in center, emergency shelter for youth ages 15 to 21, education and employment assistance, and transitional and permanent housing |
Service Area | Denver metropolitan area, Colorado |
Annual Budget | $4.15 million in FY 2011–2012, including $237,000 in RHY program funding for basic center and street outreach services |
Target Population(s) | Runaway and homeless youth and youth at risk of becoming homeless, ages 15 to 21 |
Number of Youth Served Annually | 2,550 in FY 2011–2012 |
Percentage of Youth Identifying as LGBTQ | 14.5 percent lesbian, gay, or bisexual and 0.4 percent transgender (as reported in the agency’s FY 2010–2011 annual report) |
Services Tailored for LGBTQ Youth |
Urban Peak employs a designated LGBTQ case manager who helps connect youth with appropriate services and recreational/social opportunities, including a theater/performance group for LGBTQ youth. The LGBTQ case manager also serves as a resource for other Urban Peak staff members. In addition, the agency tailors the following services:
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Organizational Strategies for Serving LGBTQ Youth |
Urban Peak has implemented the following strategies:
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Sources: Agency documents and site visit in April 2013.
FY = fiscal year; LGBTQ = lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning; RHY = runaway and homeless youth.
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