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2023 Youth Programs RFP UPDATES:
Deadline Extension and Third Information Session Added!!
The Denver’s Office of Children’s Affairs (OCA), is combining two (2) evidenced-based strategies for supporting young people (Out-of-School Time Programs and Youth Violence Prevention Programs) into a single proposal and contracting process for the period of January 1-December 31, 2023.
Submissions are due by 3:00pm on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.
Another virtual information session has been added!Applicants are strongly encouraged to participate in at least one of the information sessions being offered for this RFP.So, if you haven't already attended one, please consider signing up for this added session:
Thursday, November 17, 2022
9:00am - 10:30am
Register to attend HERE
Virtual DAAconnect Training Session Dates:
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am Register to attend HERE
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm Register to attend HERE Tentative RFP Timeline (subject to change):
Monday, October 24, 2022: RFP released
Monday, October 31, 2022: Questions to be answered at information sessions due by 12:00pm MST
Tuesday, November 1, 2022: Virtual Information Session (10:00am – 11:00am MST)
Wednesday, November 2, 2022: In-person information session (10:00am – 11:30am MST)
Tuesday, November 8, 2022: DAAconnect Trainings (9:00am and 1:00pm MST)
Wednesday, November 9, 2022: Additional Questions due by 5:00pm MST
Friday, November 11, 2022: Q/A posted on-line
Wednesday, November 16, 2022: DAAconnect Trainings (9:00am and 1:00pm MST)
Thursday, November 17, 2022: Virtual Information Session (9:00am - 10:30am MST)
Wednesday, December 7, 2022: Proposals due in Bidnet by 3:00pm MST
Friday, December 16, 2022: Anticipated announcement of funding
We are continuing the tradition we started last year of honoring OST Essential Workers, acknowledging all your hard work and celebrating the positive impact you have on the youth and families in Denver by providing FREE lunch!
The second annual Essential Workers Appreciation Lunch Giveaway will take place on Wednesday, December 7th. The details are being finalized so stay tuned for a special newsletter with particulars and ask your organization leaders how and where you can pick up your boxed lunch!
We want to ensure that OST professionals feel both SEEN and HEARD. We are asking that ALL OST professionals prioritize filling out the Power of Us survey before or on the day they pick up their appreciation lunch. This survey will provide critical information necessary to continue elevating the youth fields workforce. We will also receive data specific to Colorado so the DAA can continue advocating for the essential work that you all do. The survey takes less than 10 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for sharing your voice and advancing the OST field!
Free, Tasty Food for Denver Youth to Fuel Their Thanksgiving break!
Denver invites youth, ages 5 - 18, to enjoy FREE supper and snack combos at Tasty Food sites across the city. Tasty Food meals include up to five food groups that are low in fat and prepared fresh. No ID or registration required: just show up and eat up, and YES … you can bring a friend, or two, or three, or more! During the 2022-2023 school year, youth can grab-n-go and parents/caregivers can pick-up a supper and snack combo on behalf of their child or children. To find a Tasty Food site near you please visit: denvergov.org/tastyfood
DAAconnect Updates
Don't let your programs FALL off the Youth Program Locator! Make sure to update your Program Schedule in DAAconnect to be seen by thousands of Denver families looking for quality programs! Our marketing campaign is all across Denver on bus shelters, streaming radio and social media…make sure your program is included on the Locator, so parents can find you!
Also, take a minute to log in to DAAconnect and make sure your organization has current contact info for your staff in your organization, focus area and site forms.
Did you know DAAconnect and the Youth Program Locator are also for organizations that support youth and families in other ways outside of youth programming? Other services, such as counseling, food banks, clothing resources, etc. can be included on the Locator under “Family Support Services.” If you know of any organizations that should be listed, please let us know!
Each month, CAP would like to shine a spotlight on someone that is making a difference in the afterschool and summertime world! If you know of a candidate worthy of being honored as one of CAP’s OST Champions, nominate today!
Nominees demonstrate outstanding work in developing, supporting, and promoting meaningful high-quality out-of-school time programs to benefit children, youth, and families across Colorado. Click here to nominate your OST Champion!
Employment Opportunities
Denver Kids has a Full Time Educational SEL Counselor position available! Check out the job posting HERE.
To apply, send a cover letter expressing interest in Denver Kids and this role as well as a resume showing experience relevant to the position to apply@denverkidsinc.org.
Emotional Intelligence Corner: Benefits of Gratitude
This is a time of year when many pause, reflect and practice gratitude. ThisPositive Psychology article breaks down the many potential benefits of actively practicing gratitude: improved sleep, physical well-being, enhanced self-esteem, reduced aggression and many more. We challenge you to choose at least one of the thirteen gratitude practices to try for the two weeks for yourself, your team and the young people you work with. Reflect on the impact it has on yourself and others.
We at the Denver Afterschool Alliance are so grateful for YOU and all you do to support youth and families in Denver.
