Office of Children's Affairs

Collage of children at various stages of life.

The Office of Children's Affairs connects communities, government agencies and other stakeholders to support the safety, well-being and development of young people and their families; advocates on behalf of children, their families, and service providers to remove barriers and increase their opportunities; supports programs that are innovative, equitable and effective through funding and technical assistance; and leads across the child and youth-serving field by engaging youth voice, assessing community needs and innovating the ways in which we work.

Programs & Initiatives

Access youth programs and engage with key initiatives aimed to address the needs of our children - helping them succeed from cradle to career.

Funding Opportunities

Apply for funding to support programs and services that create more opportunities for youth to thrive.

Boards & Commissions

Influence city policy related to youth by serving on a board or commission with elected officials, business and nonprofit leaders, and other community members.

Data & Reports

Use data to make decisions about policy, advocacy, and resources to support youth programs and services in underserved neighborhoods.

News & Announcements

Get the latest news and announcements from the Office of Children's Affairs, like employment and funding opportunities, special recognitions and more.

Contact Us

Reach out directly to our staff to answer questions about our programs and initiatives, funding and awarded contracts, media inquiries and CORA requests.

Upcoming Community Events

Kids Bike Fest at Berkeley Park

12 Apr 2025 Each bike fest will have opportunities for kids to get basic bike repair, eat free snacks, play games, get fun bike related giveaways, and get time on their bikes. All school-aged kids are welcome. Activities will be focused on elementary and middle-school aged kids. We encourage kids and families to bike to their closest Kids Bike Fest event and share in the fun. Free and fun for the whole family

Berkeley Park near Smiley Library, 4501 W. 46th Avenue, Denver 80212

Tagged as: , Youth events

Future Fest 2025

26 Apr 2025 Make new friends!
Try an activity!
Enter a creative competition!
Watch a performance!
Check out future careers!
Take part in a sports clinic!
HAVE FUN!

Civic Center Park, 101 W. 14th Ave., Denver 80204

Tagged as: , Free event, Kids & family, Youth events

The City and County of Denver and its partners do not endorse any event, program or resource listed. Information accuracy and quality is the sole responsibility of the event/program/resource provider. For the events, programs and resources listed on this site, which are not city-run or city-contracted, we make no claims as to their compliance with federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.