This week's Board Member spotlight shines on Amy, Stefan, and Claire! Amy Kusek, with nearly 20 years of experience, excels in connecting corporations with the nonprofit sector and is a dedicated volunteer for Minds Matter Colorado. Stefan Ramsbott, a seasoned technologist and company builder, has a passion for mentoring and inspiring teams while actively participating in Denver’s startup community. Claire Williams, an Associate Partner at McKinsey, is dedicated to creating accessible education-to-employment pathways and improving social services critical for educational success. You can read more about all of them on our blog! We're so thrilled to have them with us and we are excited for the future! https://lnkd.in/gyCd2j2W #MMCO20 #MMCO #MindsMatterColorado #PeoplePreparationPossibilities #IgnitePossibility #IgnitePotential #IgniteTheFuture #IgniteOpportunity #MMCOBoardSpotlight #LeadershipInAction #CommunityChampions #InnovatorsAndLeaders
Minds Matter Colorado
Philanthropic Fundraising Services
Denver, CO 1,168 followers
Genius has no zip code. We prove it every day.
About us
Minds Matter Colorado is one of 14 Minds Matter chapters across the nation that works to provide high-achieving, low income students with the support necessary for future success. MMCO seeks to close the achievement gap and increase college admissions rates for low income students in Colorado. We take on this challenge with 100 percent success by offering personalized mentoring and a rigorous program schedule to a selection of Colorado high school students. With our help we consistently see an increase in students’ academic performance, improved leadership skills and higher SAT scores. Minds Matter Colorado is not the typical college prep course or mentoring program. Minds Matter Colorado targets high-achieving, low income students, who, despite early academic success, face challenges in achieving college admission as first generation college-bound students. MMCO works to support and provide these students with what they need to make college a reality. This includes an intense curriculum focused on writing, critical thinking, public speaking and debate skills as a supplement to their high school course work. The MMCO program begins in the sophomore year, lasts through the senior year and brings a focus to different aspects of the college preparation process. Minds Matter Colorado is committed to each student. Every student has two mentors devoted to their growth and achievement. Mentors are typically young professionals who possess an unwavering belief in the power of education. Our commitment does not end there. MMCO provides transportation and access to laptops, Internet, meals, certified test prep specialists and leadership. All of these efforts are successful because of volunteers; our volunteers make the dreams of these students’ a reality. Since its inception in 2004, MMCO has had 100 percent of its students apply and get accepted to a four-year college or university with some form of scholarship funding.
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http://mindsmatterco.org
External link for Minds Matter Colorado
- Industry
- Philanthropic Fundraising Services
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Denver, CO
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1991
- Specialties
- education, non-profit, and mentoring
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P.O. Box 48162
Denver, CO 80204, US
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We're so excited to introduce to you the newest MMCO Board members! We'll be spotlighting them throughout the next couple weeks. Today we welcome Kate, Chris, and Jesse! Kate Berger has an extensive background in education and administration, and is dedicated to improving systems for child welfare through her role at The Kempe Center. Chris Coffin, a supply chain management expert and dedicated mentor, balances his professional life with community service and family time. Jesse Zamora, an advocate for housing policy and a Minds Matter Colorado alum, works tirelessly to expand homeownership access and protect property rights. Read more about each new member on our blog! We can't wait to see how they use their skills and expertise to make MMCO even stronger. We know it'll be something special. https://lnkd.in/g5U5E9Rf #MMCO20 #MMCO #MindsMatterColorado #PeoplePreparationPossibilities #IgnitePossibility #IgnitePotential #IgniteTheFuture #IgniteOpportunity #MMCOBoardSpotlight #LeadershipInAction #CommunityChampions #InnovatorsAndLeaders
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Let's give a huge shoutout to our phenomenal MMCO students for completing the NBC Universal Media Fellows program! We are incredibly grateful to NBCUniversal for this awesome opportunity. Our students had the privilege of being mentored by dedicated NBCU professionals, working on innovative solutions for real-world challenges. Their dedication, creativity, and hard work came to life through in their final presentations, showcasing the skills and knowledge they gained. Way to go media fellows, and a big THANK YOU to NBCUniversal 👏 #MMCO #MindsMatterColorado #Mentorship #CollegeReady #StudentSuccess #RealWorldSkills #ColoradoEducation #ProudMoment
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Minds Matter Colorado is hiring! Could you be MMCO's Program Manager? We're looking for a relationship builder - someone who is excited to work across all areas of the MMCO program and build relationships with students, adults, and school/community partners. Do you have experience building programs? Working with high school or college-age students from diverse backgrounds? A big "I can organize that and move it forward" vibe? Then check out this role description and consider applying! https://lnkd.in/gfsBBpYR
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And they've done it! 🎓We are incredibly proud of our 2024 graduates AND the rising MMCO Juniors and Seniors. They all made it though 2023/2024 with flying colors, so we were thrilled to join together to send them off onto their summer adventures, or college for the Class of 2024! To our graduates, remember: you are more than prepared to meet the challenges in front of you. But the Minds Matter Colorado community will always be here to support you every step of the way. Congratulations, Class of 2024! Your future is bright, and we are excited to see you shine. 🎉 #MMCOClassof2024 #MMCO20 #MindsMatterColorado #PeoplePreparationPossibilities #ProudGraduates #IgnitePossibility #IgnitePotential #IgniteTheFuture #IgniteOpportunity #Mentorship #Mentor #Mentee #CollegeReadiness #CollegePrep #CollegeAcceptance #ColoradoEducation #Entrepreneurship #Growth #StudentAchievement #Joy
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The Class of 2024 is almost done with their high school journey! It’s hard to believe, but graduation is right around the corner. These seniors have spent 3 years in the MMCO program and their hard work & dedication has paid off. To celebrate their accomplishments and send them off right, MMCO was thrilled to bring photographers together to take headshots for our senior class. We know they'll take their college and career routes by storm and they'll have some awesome headshots to do it with! Special thanks to Kara (Kara Pearson Photography Ltd.), Emma Anderson, and Laura (Laura Sandry Photo) for lending their time and talents to capture these shots! #MMCOSeniors #Classof2024 #Graduates #CollegeBound #MMCO20 #MMCO #MindsMatterColorado #PeoplePreparationPossibilities #IgnitePossibility #IgnitePotential #IgniteTheFuture #IgniteOpportunity #Mentorship #Mentor #Mentee #CollegeReadiness #CollegePrep #CollegeAcceptance #ColoradoEducation #Entrepreneurship #Growth #StudentAchievement #Joy
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Make a Lasting Impact–Become a Mentor with Minds Matter Colorado! Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join us and help shape the future! We're actively seeking passionate, college-educated volunteers to mentor driven MMCO students from the class of 2027. Since 2004, our dedicated mentors have been instrumental in transforming lives through access and support. Here's why you should consider joining our community: 🎓 Empower Students: Guide and support talented students as they navigate their journey to college. 💡 Show Up: Take part in the MMCO program to be a consistent and supportive presence in the lives of young people 🌱 Grow Together: Engage in a rewarding experience that fosters personal growth and lifelong learning for both mentors and students. 👉 Visit https://lnkd.in/gMpNyA2M to learn more and apply! Let's make dreams come true, one student at a time! Together, we can continue to uplift and inspire the next generation.
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We wanted to take a moment to say a HUGE thank you to everyone that attended CELEBRATE 2024! Your attendance, attention, enthusiasm, and generosity made the evening one for the books! We are so glad you could join us. Re-live this year's event with photo galleries, and stay tuned for recorded event speeches from our students and alumni! If you missed the event but want to be part of the celebration, you can donate to our mission on our website: https://lnkd.in/g5EinUP #MMCO20 #MMCOCelebrate #MMCO #MindsMatterColorado #PeoplePreparationPossibilities #IgnitePossibility #IgnitePotential #IgniteTheFuture #IgniteOpportunity #Mentorship #Mentor #Mentee #CollegeReadiness #CollegePrep #CollegeAcceptance #ColoradoEducation #Entrepreneurship #Growth #StudentAchievement #Joy
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Join us in welcoming back Eric (Class of '08) to MMCO because he'll be speaking at CELEBRATE this year! 🌟 From his journey to Columbia University and beyond, Eric's story inspires us all. He's proof that with dedication and support, dreams do come true. We can't wait to hear from him tomorrow night, when we'll celebrate his achievements and the important impact of our community. #MMCO20 #MMCOCelebrate #MMCO #MindsMatterColorado #PeoplePreparationPossibilities #IgnitePossibility #IgnitePotential #IgniteTheFuture #IgniteOpportunity #Mentorship #Mentor #Mentee #CollegeReadiness #CollegePrep #CollegeAcceptance #ColoradoEducation #Entrepreneurship #Growth #StudentAchievement #Joy
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We're thrilled and honored to extend our gratitude to our Gold sponsors for CELEBRATE! Their unwavering support shines a light on our mission, making a monumental difference in the lives of our students. Together, we're transforming futures. Thank you to these sponsors for their support - we can't wait to see what else we can do together! #MMCO20 #MMCOCelebrate #MMCO #MindsMatterColorado #PeoplePreparationPossibilities #IgnitePossibility #IgnitePotential #IgniteTheFuture #IgniteOpportunity #Mentorship #Mentor #Mentee #CollegeReadiness #CollegePrep #CollegeAcceptance #ColoradoEducation #Entrepreneurship #Growth #StudentAchievement #Joy
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