Shortage
The current shortage of youth sports officials means more opportunity and greater need for development support.
Donate to the mission
Empowering youth for a bright future.
Mile High Officials sees youth sports officiating as more than game coverage. It develops work ethic, discipline, confidence, leadership, and long-term opportunity for young people stepping into responsibility.
Your support helps strengthen the pipeline of youth sports officials and supports the training, development, and mentorship that make that path possible.
Training
New officials need classroom learning, field training, and self-study before they ever step onto the court or field.
Mentorship
Young officials benefit from guidance by experienced referees, coordinators, coaches, and sports leaders.
Why donate
Support youth sports. Build future leaders.
Officiating is not just a job. It is character-building work that teaches accountability, decision-making, professionalism, and confidence in high-pressure environments.
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Work development
Young people gain real-world experience through commitment, preparation, communication, and performance under pressure.
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Long-term opportunity
Officiating opens doors to employment, networking, mentorship, and future leadership roles in and beyond sports.
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Character and confidence
Refereeing helps young men and women develop authority, resilience, judgment, and the confidence to lead.
“All of this is time well spent, and time building skills and character, all essential for success in the increasingly complex world of the 21st century.”
What donations help support
Back the people who keep youth sports moving.
Impact areas
- Training and development for new youth sports officials.
- Mentorship from experienced referees and coordinators.
- Pathways for boys and girls to step into positions of authority early.
- Opportunities that keep young people connected to the sports they love.
- Growth of a stronger pipeline of officials for the future.
Why it matters
- Shortages in officiating affect the quality and consistency of youth sports programs.
- Refereeing offers flexible work while still leaving room for school, family, and other jobs.
- Young officials build valuable contacts and professional references early.
- The responsibility of officiating creates leadership skills that carry into adult life.
- For many, officiating becomes a lifelong passion and calling.
At a glance
The value of early responsibility.
Real
Work experience at an early age.
Strong
Leadership and management skills.
Wide
Networking and reference-building opportunities.
Lasting: a foundation for future employment and confidence.
Don’t delay. Give today.
Help support the next generation of youth sports officials and invest in the training, guidance, and opportunity that turn sports into a path for growth.