With support from our sponsors:
DEN Airport and The Colorado Trust, matching donations up to $2,500 — your gift goes twice as far!

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 80207
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 – Wings, hot dogs, & refreshments
2:00–2:45 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

• Youth activities & games

  • Chalk Party

  • Balloon Toss

  • Face Paint

  • Study Abroad/Travel Quiz (teens & adults)

• 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 & professional development

Come celebrate, connect, and be part of a movement to make global learning opportunities accessible to all.

Event Photos