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All Year Round, Support Local and Shop Small

Year-Round Commitment: Honoring small business owners shouldn't be confined to the holiday season—consistent support helps maintain vibrant, thriving neighborhoods. We understand that backing small businesses keeps money circulating within the community, generating jobs and driving local economic growth.

• Community Investment: Supporting small businesses acts as a form of direct mutual aid that has immediate benefits, allowing entrepreneurs to cover rent and provide for their families while pursuing their passions. Choosing to shop small reflects a conscious decision to prioritize care, connection, and community over convenience.
• Authenticity and Care: Local businesses are deeply engaged in their communities; they create a sense of belonging, serve as vital connectors, and act as trusted communicators who genuinely care about their neighbors' well-being.
• Mutual Support Networks: Small businesses actively contribute to local causes, generating a ripple effect that benefits employees, customers, and the entire community.
• Accessible Ways to Support: Supporting small businesses can be meaningful throughout the year, not just during the holidays, and doesn't always require financial investment. Sharing their stories on social media, recommending them to friends and family, or leaving a positive review are all powerful ways to uplift small businesses and express your gratitude.

* Denver Legacy Businesses: The City and County of Denver also recognizes longstanding, locally owned businesses who have operated for ten or more years. In addition to the lists below, you can view the Denver Legacy Business registry to explore and support longstanding businesses in each City Council district. Denver's Legacy Business Program - City and County of Denver

During the 2024 State of the City address, Mayor Mike Johnston proudly announced the launch of Give5 Mile High, a new citywide volunteer initiative led by First Lady of Denver Courtney Johnston. This program empowers Denverites to come together and strengthen our community through collective service. 

One High Five and One Volunteer Hour at a Time

Our Vision 

Denver is a city where we all come together to uplift and support one another through life’s peaks and valleys. 

Our Mission 

Igniting a movement of Denverites committed to monthly service, rolling up our sleeves together to address the pressing challenges facing our community. 

Why Join Give5 Mile High?

In Denver, community is the fabric that binds us together, enabling us to support each other in addressing the challenges we face. When we come together to GIVE5 hours a month, we’re not just volunteering. We’re building a stronger, more resilient community. By fostering connections, we enhance our collective well-being and ensure that every Denverite has the opportunity to thrive. Our actions, no matter how small, contribute to a culture of caring and responsibility that lifts up everyone in our city.

Get Involved

Give5 Mile High is about making service a regular part of our lives. Here’s how you can get involved: 

• Commit to monthly service: Pledge to volunteer at least five hours each month. Choose causes and organizations that resonate with you.
• Join our events: Serve five hours by participating in community service activations organized by Give5 Mile High the third Saturday of every month. These events are a great way to meet like-minded individuals and make a tangible impact.
• Celebrate your contribution: Visit and support Denver businesses to take advantage of incentives for Give5 Mile High volunteers who complete their 5 hours each month.
• Spread the Word: Encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to join the movement. Share your experiences on social media using #GIVE5MileHigh. 

Join Us Today!

Commit to Give5 Mile High today and be part of the movement!

Sign up here to learn more about upcoming volunteer opportunities.

If you are a local business or non-profit that would like to be a community partner, please email us at Give5MileHigh@denvergov.org.

Together, we can build a stronger, more vibrant Denver. 

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It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact MoCommunity@denvergov.org with three business days’ notice. 

Es su derecho adquirir interpretación y traducción de información en su lenguaje natal, interpretación de lenguaje de señas, subtítulos en tiempo real a través de CART, o acomodaciones relacionadas a alguna discapacidad. Para solicitar cualquier de estos servicios sin costo alguno para usted, contacte a mocommunity@denvergov.org con tres (3) días de anticipación. 

Bạn có quyền tiếp cận hỗ trợ ngôn ngữ bằng lời nói hoặc bằng văn bản, phiên dịch ngôn ngữ ký hiệu, phụ đề theo thời gian thực thông qua CART hoặc các hỗ trợ liên quan đến khuyết tật. Để yêu cầu bất kỳ dịch vụ nào trong số này miễn phí, vui lòng liên hệ với mocommunity@denvergov.org kèm theo thông báo trước ba ngày làm việc.