BE THERE

Every day, Byrne Urban Scholars is actively working to better at-risk students’ chances of graduating and building better lives for themselves. You can help us make that difference in a scholar’s life.

DONATE

Since most of our scholars come from Denver’s poorest neighborhoods, we always need financial support. As the Byrne family’s foundation only covers operating expenses, we rely on generous donations and grants to provide the four-year renewable scholarships for our scholars. One hundred percent of your donation goes to scholarships or other programming that directly impacts our scholars.

MENTOR

Each scholar is paired with a mentor whom establishes a personal relationship, follows his or her progress, and offers guidance, support and encouragement. Kids with mentors develop higher levels of self-confidence, improve their relationships with adults and peers, and see school in a more positive light.

We are currently recruiting adult male mentors to be matched with male students this summer. We currently have a waiting list for female mentors. Contact Susan Whittle Duncombe at 303-355-1700 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.

Download the application by clicking on the link below:

MENTOR APPLICATION

VOLUNTEER

From tutoring to counseling to giving extra hours to help with special events, there are many ways to volunteer at Byrne Urban Scholars. For more information, please contact Susan Whittle Duncombe at 303-355-1700 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

“What was happening with my family... it was just easier to give up. I didn’t even really want to go to high school. But Jason (mentor) showed me what life was all about.”

–Juan, Byrne Urban Scholar graduate and college student