DENVER - The Bridge Project, a local non-profit organization dedicated to increasing educational opportunities for children in Denver's public housing neighborhoods, will hold its annual dinner gala on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. at the Sheraton Denver Downtown.
"The Bridge Inspiration Gala" will celebrate the organization's 18 years of success and honor the courageous achievements of students who have enhanced their skills and furthered their education through their participation in the Bridge Project.
Featured events include a cocktail hour, dinner, silent and live auctions and live entertainment. Bridge Project students will be present to talk about their experiences with the program. Channel 4 news anchor Jim Benemann will act as the event's Master of Ceremonies. Colorado Governor Bill Ritter and Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper will both attend.RSVP to Lynne Wilky at (303)-871-2735 or
lwilky@du.edu.
A community outreach initiative of the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work, the Bridge Project serves 500 children and their families in four neighborhood centers each year. Through after-school and summer programs, students gain skills in reading, technology, robotics, outdoor education and social interaction. Volunteers provide customized one-on-one tutoring and mentoring to help prepare students to graduate from high school and attend college or trade schools. The Bridge Project also provides these students with financial support for college tuition, books, supplies and health insurance.