Denver’s Back to School Fest

Connect with Denver’s Next Generation by Joining Generation Schools Network for a 2025 Back to School Fest — Denver Days Career and Job Fair

Saturday August 2, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the National Western Center Riverwalk

Denver, CO — June 19, 2025 — Generation Schools Network announced today that local businesses are invited to partner on a career and job fair that will reach more than 10,000 Colorado students and their families. This year, two of Denver’s annual community traditions, the Silva Family Foundation’s Back to School Festival at Sloan’s Lake and Birdseed Collective’s celebration of the Globeville, Elyria-Swansea (GES) neighborhoods, are teaming up with other local businesses for Denver Days, a citywide event that will take place Saturday, August 2, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the National Western Center, 4797 National Western Dr., Denver, CO. 80216. Businesses must register as partners by July 23, 2025.

Students who attend the career and job fair will have an opportunity to meet with professionals for resume and interview support and talk about job possibilities—ensuring every young person who attends leaves more confident and prepared for their future. In addition, there will be free backpacks and school supplies available for students, live entertainment, health and wellness resources, and so much more.  For partnering businesses, it is a great opportunity to reach a lot of potential future employees in one setting through participation and sponsorship.

“We are excited to invite businesses to partner with us on this major Denver event,” Generation Schools Network CEO Wendy Loloff-Cooper said. “This is an opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives—and in our community’s economic future. Together, we can empower the next generation with the skills, confidence, and connections they need to thrive.”

Local businesses can partner in this event with a $500 sponsorship and can expect:

1. Direct Hiring Opportunities: Motivated teens and young adults ready to step into part-time roles, internships, and apprenticeships.
2. Career Prep Stations: Professionals providing resume reviews, mock interviews, and guest-speakers featuring local industry leaders.
3. Strong Community Impact and Recognition: Partner businesses can fill open positions, help prepare their employee pipeline and invest in Denver’s future workforce, strengthening neighborhoods across the metro area.

Businesses interested should visit Back-to-School Fest — Generation Schools Network to talk with coordinators to reserve a booth, discuss delivering a 10-minute guest talk or hosting a mini-workshop. Or, reach out to Alison Lauge, VP of Partnerships at GSN at alauge@generationschools.org, The Generation Schools Network team will follow up with event logistics, marketing materials, and sponsorship recognition details. Businesses must register by July 23, 2025.

Generation Schools Network increases access to equitable learning experiences by partnering with a diverse network of education stakeholders to ensure all students have the opportunity to thrive.