Join us for the 3rd Annual Bridging the Gap Block Party!
A vibrant community celebration and fundraiser hosted by World at Hand, a Park Hill-based nonprofit recently recognized with the 2024 IIE Empower Award and named a 2025 GoAbroad Innovation Awards Finalist for its work in equity and global education.
This all-ages event brings together local families, global education advocates, and community partners to raise funds for passport access and study abroad scholarships for underserved youth.
📅 Saturday, July 19 | 11AM – 5PM
📍 26th & Cherry Street, Park Hill – Denver
🎟️ Free & open to the public – donations welcome!
🎉 Event Schedule:
11:00–12:00 PM Set Up (Early volunteers welcome!)
12:00–12:30 PM Welcome & Opening Remarks
12:30–3:00 PM Open Grill – Free burgers & hot dogs
1:00–2:00 PM Face Painting & Balloons
2:00–3:00 PM Chalk Party for Kids
3:00–3:30 PM Children's Global Scavenger Hunt
2:00–2:30 PM Student Testimonials – Hear their stories!
1:00–4:00 PM Silent Auction Open
4:00–4:30 PM Auction Winners Announced
4:30–5:00 PM Clean-Up –(Volunteers appreciated!)
🎶 Live DJ all day
🎨 Youth activities & games
🧩 Info booths on travel, scholarships, and global programs
🧡 Silent auction featuring standout items:
A suite at the Ritz-Carlton Denver + valet & $100 Elway's gift card
A Great Wolf Lodge Queen Suite+ water park passes & $200 gift card
A Blackhawk staycation from the Caesars Foundation
And many more from generous businesses across the city and state!
💡 Why It Matters:
Proceeds support our Award Winning Global Scholars Pathway (GSP) Programs
Global Access Passport (GAP) Program
$500 Study Abroad Scholarships
Beyond Borders: Next Steps post-travel reflection & leadership series
🌟 With support from our sponsors:
DEN Airport and The Colorado Trust, matching donations up to $2,500 — your impact goes twice as far!
Come celebrate, connect, and be part of a movement to make global learning opportunities accessible to all.
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