Opportunities From: City of Thornton - Volunteer Programs

Volunteer: AIR Volunteer - ongoing

This opportunity is for volunteers interested in helping with one or more various Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation Programs. This may include assisting with Art Classes, Social Activities, Gymnastics, Dance, Archery, or Sports. AIR Volunteers may also partner with a participant with special needs in various recreation programs to help the program be inclusive of their needs. One hour per week for 5-10 weeks is the general commitment depending on the program. 

A brief disability awareness training for all volunteers and background check for volunteers over 18 are required. 

Program: Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation

This opportunity is for volunteers interested in helping with one or more various Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation Programs. This may include assisting with Art Classes, Social Activities, Gymnastics, Dance, Archery, or Sports. AIR Volunteers may also partner with a participant with special needs in various recreation programs to help the program be inclusive of their needs. One hour per week for 5-10 weeks is the general commitment depending on the program. 

A brief disability awareness training for all volunteers and background check for volunteers over 18 are required. 

Program: Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 80602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: AIR Buds Mentor

Introducing AIR Buds! Through this program, a participant with a disability is paired up with a volunteer based on age and common interests. A brief interview and background check (ages 18+) are required for volunteer buddies over 18. An orientation with the AIR Coordinator is required. After that, buddies are responsible for scheduling when and how they use the recreation center. Examples could be using the pool together, attend a Zumba class together, etc. 

Program: Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation

Introducing AIR Buds! Through this program, a participant with a disability is paired up with a volunteer based on age and common interests. A brief interview and background check (ages 18+) are required for volunteer buddies over 18. An orientation with the AIR Coordinator is required. After that, buddies are responsible for scheduling when and how they use the recreation center. Examples could be using the pool together, attend a Zumba class together, etc. 

Program: Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 80602

Allow Groups: No