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Denver, CO Overview
Metro Denver, the "Gateway to the West" offers a blend of vibrant culture, unique recreation opportunities and diverse communities (including seven counties and 60 communities). The Mile High City is a melting pot of roughly 2.8 million people and Denver’s diversity is celebrated at numerous festivals, including the nation’s largest Cinco de Mayo celebration. There are plenty of recreational opportunities in the area, with more than 200 parks in the city and 20,000 acres of parks in the nearby mountains. With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year, you can always find something to do outside: from hiking and biking to rock climbing and kayaking.
CityConnexx is based in Denver so we know our city pretty well. We'll take you places and show you things that will amaze you and your team. We love working and worshipping here with dozens of ministry partners across the metro area. When folks ask us what we do, we call it "Workship". Give us a week and you'll experience workship too. You will find plenty of opportunities to serve and be served. And with long, low humidity, bright sunny summer days you will find that out West we work hard and play hard. Come join us in the Mile High Rockies. But bring your water bottles and sunscreen, oh and Bibles too.
Denver, CO Culture and People
The Mile High City is a melting pot of roughly 2.8 million people with a
demographic breakdown of the following: 21.7% Hispanic or Latino; 4.9%
African American; 3.5% Asian and 67.5% White (Source: US Census
Bureau). Denver’s diversity is celebrated at numerous festivals, including the nation’s largest Cinco de Mayo celebration.
Denver, CO Attractions
While you're visiting the Mile High City, don't forget to check out:
- Performing Arts Center
- Denver Aquarium
- Denver Zoo
- White Water Rafting in Idaho Springs (great discounts for CityConnexx groups)
- The beautiful Rocky Mountains: Mt. Evans, St. Mary's Glacier, etc. Free guided tours for groups.
- Sports Games: The Rockies, The Nuggets, Rapids, etc. We have connections to great group rates.
- Red Rocks amphitheater
- Visit Columbine Memorial
- Lookout Mountain & Buffalo Bill's grave
- 16th Street Outdoor Mall
Frontrange Attractions: Denver is about an hour and a half away from several awesome Colorado
attractions and cities. Some free time options in the greater Front
Range area includes the following:
- Colorado Springs
- Estes Park, CO
- Skiing/Snow Boarding
Ministry Focus
If you look closely, you will find the same struggles and problems that
affect any other urban area. Colorado currently has the fastest-growing
rate of child poverty in the U.S. with the largest number of homeless
school-aged children. Many of these teens are living on the streets, and
almost half struggle with some form of substance abuse. Homelessness in
Denver doesn't end there- the population of homeless families is
drastic. In 2009 roughly 12,000 families in Colorado were homeless.
Our ministry partners are connected to local neighborhood churches
so they understand the unique needs of their community. They have the
respect and proven track record of success in their community. They've
earned it through years of faithful service. Therefore your group
benefits by having access to serve alongside our partners. You will be matched up
with seasoned staff and those who have paved the way for many years.
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