Volunteer opportunities in the Aurora community

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ARTSDAVA (DOWNTOWN AURORA VISUAL ARTS) Assist with art programs. Preference would be for volunteers who have a background in, or who have an education in ceramics, fine art, computer art, and a desire to work with a diverse group of young kids. Minimum age: 18 1405 Florence St., Auroradavarts.org • 303.367.5886

COMMUNITYARAPAHOE COUNTY VOLUNTEER CONNECTIONS Opportunities in Community Resources, CSU Extension, Human Services, Judicial Services, Open Spaces and Sheriff’s Office and the Arapahoe County Fair. Minimum age: 18 (may vary per project). 1690 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton co.arapahoe.co.us • 303.738.8099

Make a DifferenceWhy should I volunteer?Volunteering helps make our community great, but it also provides you with personal benefits. You will explore your interests, meet new people, build your confidence, improve or acquire new skills, feel good about yourself and have fun.

How do I get started?Determine how much time you have, how frequently you want to volunteer and what you would like to do. Match your interests with one of the available opportunities in this flier or at auroragov.org/volunteer. This list provides only a sampling of the opportunities available in Aurora. Contact the organizations directly for more information or to apply as a volunteer.

Aurora Volunteer Center Learn about volunteer opportunities with Aurora and in the community: auroragov.org/volunteer or 303.739.7248

VILLAGE EXCHANGE CENTERVolunteer at this community center to provide help with critical programs (such as ESL, Microsoft Certification, Financial Literacy, etc.) for refugees, immigrants and the local communities. The center is a “one stop shop” supporting integration, engagement and empowerment of newly arrived residents and also provides space to the community to celebrate religious and cultural diversity. Minimum age: Entering 11TH grade. 1609 Havana St., Auroravillageexchangecenter.org • 720.668.9968.

EDUCATIONCHILDREN’S LITERACY CENTER Make a difference by joining in the fight for literacy! Volunteers to tutor children who are struggling with their reading skills. Tutoring is held on Saturdays, 10:30am to 11:30am at the Martin Luther King Jr. Library in Aurora. Visit the website to complete a volunteer application or to learn more about the program. Minimum age: 14. Childrensliteracycenter.org • 719-471-8672 ext. 1

THE LEARNING SOURCE FOR ADULTS & FAMILIESAssist adult students with GED test preparation, adult basic education or English-language instruction. Tutors work one-on-one or with a small group under supervision. Daytime or evening available, Monday through Friday. Training is provided. The ability to speak a second language is not required. Minimum age: 18 Thelearningsource.org • 303.957.2883

EMERGENCY/CRISISAURORA INTERFAITH COMMUNITY SERVICES Work in the food pantry and clothing bank sorting and stocking donations, or answer the phones as an intake receptionist. Weekly commitments are preferred, but substitute positions are available. One-day family/group activities like inventory counting, painting and carpet cleaning.

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Minimum age: 18 (except one-day family and group activities) 1553 Clinton St., Aurora aurorainterfaithcommunityservices.org • 303.360.0260

AURORA WARMS THE NIGHT (AWTN)Year round services include meals, warm clothing, hygiene items, transportation to shelter, laundry vouchers, bus passes, partner agency referrals, and advocacy. AWTN shelters those are homelessness in the winter when temperatures reach 20 degrees or colder. Volunteer opportunities include the Shower Trailer, Breakfast Club and Summer Lunches. Minimum age: varies with program.3124 S Parker Rd, Ste. A2, Aurora Aurorawarmsthenight.org • 303.343.0537

COMITIS CRISIS CENTER/THE MILE HIGH COUNCIL Assistance needed with cleaning, organizing, moving and donations; minimal client contact. Minimum age: 18 (14 with adult) 2178 Victor St., Aurora milehighbehavioralhealthcare.org • 303.341.9160

GATEWAY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICESAnswer the crisis line and assist women and children. Children’s program volunteers assist counselors with children’s groups. Speaker’s bureau, special events, fundraising and victim advocate positions available. Minimum age: 18 P.O. Box 914, Aurora gatewayshelter.org • 303.343.1856

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ENVIRONMENTBLUFF LAKE NATURE CENTER Education volunteers make science come alive as they lead school field trips. Volunteer Spanish translators help create Spanish versions of materials and lead field trips, meetings and education programs in Spanish. Volunteer marketing assistant helps with events, social media, design and distribution, and general office work. Site stewards work with the site manager in all aspects of natural resource management. Minimum age: varies with activity 3400 Havana Way, Denver blufflake.org • 720.708.4079

FAMILY SERVICESAURORA COMMUNITY CONNECTION After-school and summer tutors for elementary-age youth two times per week, citizenship class assistant once or twice per week, English and ESL assistants and tutors, educational childcare assistant during adult classes, youth volunteer program and after-school or summer program soccer coaches. Minimum age: 14 9801 E Colfax Ave, Suite 200, Aurora auroracommunityconnection.com720.975.0147

COLFAX COMMUNITY NETWORK After-school program and summer camp volunteers assist with food preparation, general cleaning, library book re-shelving and child tutoring. Other opportunities include assisting in the food bank, data entry and light clerical work. Minimum age: 16 (14 with adult) 1585 Kingston St., Auroracolfaxcommunitynetwork.org • 303.360.9175

THE SALVATION ARMY Assist with clerical work, emergency services and serving, pantry stocking and bagging as well as holiday and kettle drive support in November and December. Minimum age: 16 (younger if accompanied by adult) 802 Quari Court, Auroraaurora.salvationarmy.org • 303.364.1965

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF DENVERHelp high school students in Aurora discover their career path and succeed in the world of work! Volunteers are needed to answer questions from students about their careers as part of a career panel or in a career fair, provide mock interviewing practice, assist students with resumes and mentoring. One time and ongoing opportunities available. Minimum age: 21+Schools around AuroraCorporate Office: 6850 N Federal Blvd., Denver www.goodwilldenver.org/participate• 303.650.7714

FOOD & HUNGERFOOD BANK OF THE ROCKIES Distribution volunteers fill agency food orders; reclamation volunteers sort, sanitize and inspect food; Community Kitchen volunteers prepare meals; Kids Café volunteers fill snack orders, and pack backpacks and senior totes. Minimum age: 16 (14 with adult) 10700 E. 45th Ave., Denverfoodbankrockies.org • 303.375.5818

PROJECT ANGEL HEART Make a difference in the lives of Coloradans living with life-threatening illnesses by being a volunteer. Opportunities include Kitchen Assistant, meal Delivery Driver, Office Assistant and others. There is a six month commitment for volunteers or sign up for a special event. Orientation provided. Minimum age: 18 (younger with adult) 4950 Washington St., Denverprojectangelheart.org • 303.407.9414

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA MEALS ON WHEELS PROGRAM Deliver meals to homebound seniors once a month, weekly or bi-weekly, Monday through Saturday in Arapahoe County. Route takes about 1 ½ hours and consists of several stops. Your contact with these seniors is so important for their spirit and wellbeing. Minimum age: 18 (younger with adult) 2660 Larimer St., Denvervoacolorado.org • 303.294.0111

FOOD FOR THOUGHTFood for Thought provides students that qualify for free or reduced lunches with a PowerSack each Friday. For many students, this is the only food they will have until school resumes on Monday morning. Help Food for Thought by packing PowerSacks at the Aurora location. Minimum age: (varies with adult supervision) foodforthoughtdenver.org • 720.210.9192

HEALTH CARE/SUPPORTBRENT’S PLACE Volunteer for arts & crafts, meal host, movie night, game night, front desk volunteer or be a committee member. Brent’s Place is a long-term away from home for children and families with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses while they receive treatment. Minimum age: 18. brentsplace.org • 720.343.2800

CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL COLORADO Join the dedicated volunteers who work regularly to help make the hospital experience a little less stressful for kids. A wealth of volunteer opportunities are available. Minimum age: 13 13123 E. 16th Ave., Aurora childrenscolorado.org • 720.777.6887

PROJECT C.U.R.E. Sort medical supplies, manage volunteer groups, drive collection trucks, assist warehouse staff, visit hospitals and surgery centers to collect supplies, and help with international projects. Minimum age: 18 (younger if accompanied by an adult) 10377 E. Geddes Ave., Centennialprojectcure.org • 303.792.0729

ROCKY MOUNTAIN FISHER HOUSE Fisher Houses provides military families housing close to hopitals of loved ones. Prepare dinner for guests, assist in fundraising events, gardening and other opportunities as needs arise. Minimum age: 18 (younger when accompanied by adult) 1954 Quentin St., Denver rockymountainfisherhouse.org • 303.364.4616

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE Volunteer to assist with meals for guests, Bingo, being a House Warmer, and joining the Casserole Club for families needing to be near their seriously ill or injured children while theyare being treated at metropolitan area hospitals. Minimum age: varies with the activity. 932 Potomac Circle, Aurora ronaldhouse.org • 720.324.2400

THE MEDICAL CENTER OF AURORA Provide exceptional customer services to patients, guests and staff. Long-term commitment sought for individuals who can commit to uphold mission with a passionate heart for helping those in need. Minimum age: 18 1501 Potomac St., Auroraauroramed.com • 303.695.2684

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO HOSPITALPlay an important and meaningful role in providing care to patients and their loved ones as you give of yourself for the betterment of others. There are a wide variety of volunteer opportunities in both clinical and non-clinical areas for administrative and volunteering directly with patients. Minimum age: High School Freshman12605 E 16th Ave., Aurorawww.uchealth.org • 720.720.848.0000

HOUSINGBROTHERS REDEVELOPMENT INC. Paint the exterior of the home of a low-income senior homeowner in Aurora. Minimum age: 14 2250 Easton St., Garden Level, Suite B, Denver brothersredevelopment.org • 720.469.4807

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF METRO DENVER Construction volunteers assist with building homes; Aurora sites available. Home improvement outlet volunteers stock, organize, take in donations and assist customers. Minimum age: 16 3245 Eliot St., Denverhabitatmetrodenver.org • 720.496.2717

MENTORING/YOUTHAURORA YOUTH OPTIONS AYO Mentor Program provides one-to-one community based mentoring. Mentors are matched based on similar interests and personality traits with a youth. Matches meet up two times per month. AYO Homework Help and Tutoring Program provides tutors. Volunteer every Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. to provide homework assistance to youth. Minimum age: 14 11059 E. Bethany Drive, Aurora aurorayouthoptions.org • 303.617.2660

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF COLORADO Community Mentoring and Sports Buddies volunteers meet with mentees a few times a month for at least one year. Minimum age: 21 750 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 450, Englewood biglittlecolorado.org • 303.433.6002

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF METRO DENVER Provide ongoing informal mentoring and support for youth, ages 6-18, weekly throughout the school year. Activities include reading with club members, leading art activities, teaching technology or coaching a sports team. Minimum age: 19 2017 W. 9th Ave., Denver bgcmd.org • 303.892.9200

BOYS HOPE GIRLS HOPE Boys Hope Girls Hope of Colorado (BHGHCO) is looking for volunteers like YOU! We have many ongoing volunteer opportunities available including: tutors, mentors, special events, administrative/clerical, career panelists, special topics presenters, dinner volunteers and more.Minimum age: 18 3090 S Jamaica Ct., Aurorajdustman@bhgh.org • 720.524.2061. bhghcolorado.org

YMCA OF METROPOLITAN DENVERYMCA of Metropolitan Denver Volunteers needed as homework helpers, working with crafts, sports, and with the Youth in Government program. The Youth Mentorship program is a 3 hr/a week commitment for those 24 and older. Other programs require the minimum age is: 16 (or younger when accompanied by an adult.) Various locations. Denver YMCA.org • 270.524.2707

GIRLS ON THE RUN (GOTR)Girls on the Run needs coaches! GOTR is a physical activity based positive youth development program for girls in 3rd-8th grade. The programs meet twice a week. The fall season runs from the week of September 9 through the week of November 11 and the spring season runs from early March to late May. Each session is 90 minutes and most teams meet from 3:00/3:30 p.m. to 4:30/5:00 p.m. Minimum Age: High School Freshmangirlsontherunrockies.org • 720.879.2354

COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES (CASA) Help find a safe, permanent, nurturing environment for a child who has been a victim of abuse or neglect. CASAs get to know the child and report back to the court with recommendations that assist the judge in making the best decision possible for the child. Minimum age: 21 10855 E. Bethany Drive, Suite 200, Auroraadv4children.org • 303.695.1882

GIRL SCOUTS OF COLORADO Volunteers are needed for Troop Leadership, Support Volunteer and Adult Members who are open to various roles. Your most important role as a volunteer is to be excited about everything this opportunity affords you: a chance to help girls succeed, play a critical role in their lives, and watch them blossom! Minimum age: 18 3801 E. Florida Ave., Denvergirlscoutsofcolorado.org • 303.778.8774

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT-ROCKY MOUNTAIN Through a dedicated volunteer network, JA provides programs for students that focus on entrepreneurship, financial literacy and work readiness, through experiential learning. All of JA’s programs are presented by volunteers with an interest in making an impact on the futures of the kids in their community. Minimum age: 18 1445 Market St., Suite 200, Denverjacolorado.org • 303.534.5252

SOCCER WITHOUT BORDERS (SWB)SWB uses soccer a vehicle of change to help refugee and immigrant students overcome obstacles to growth, inclusion, and personal success. It provides year-round soccer programming, combined with English language support, academic enrichment, and mentorship opportunities to students and their families. SWB serves middle school and high school youth from a diverse range of countries.

Are you passionate about soccer, or helping newcomers learn English and life skills? Please volunteer with our SWB Club! Minimum age: 18. Soccerwithoutboarders.org • 720.893.0363.

SENIORSBESSIE’S HOPE Volunteer within long-term care facilities in Aurora, adopting individual elders or participating in group interaction. Volunteers serve on event committees and help with administrative tasks. Minimum age: 18 (younger with adult) P.O. Box 12675, Denverbessieshope.org • 303.830.9035

BROOKDALE HOSPICE Be a companion for people at the end of life, making connections with meaningful conversations and social visits. If you like playing games or reading, this is a great opportunity for you. Must pass a background check and drug test. Minimum age: 18 Various locations around the metro area brookdale.com • 303.771.3304

INNOVAGE PACE CENTER Assist in day rooms with arts, crafts and activity planning. Friendly Visitor volunteers provide one-on-one companionship at the center or a private residence. Other opportunities include clerical support and database management. Minimum age: 18 3551 N. Chambers Road, Auroramyinnovage.org • 303.375.0649

SENIORS’ RESOURCE CENTERMeet great people and help seniors live independently. Volunteer driver positions available helping seniors in Adams and Arapahoe Counties. Minimum age: 18• 303.326.3840