Volunteer: Special Olympics Volleyball PartnerThis opportunity is for volunteers interested in playing volleyball together with athletes with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This may include demonstrating skills, assisting 1:1, and encouraging athletes. Advanced volleyball skills not required. Looking for individuals who are patient, understanding, and have fun engaging with others. 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 playing volleyball together with athletes with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This may include demonstrating skills, assisting 1:1, and encouraging athletes. Advanced volleyball skills not required. Looking for individuals who are patient, understanding, and have fun engaging with others. 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: Sep 9, 2025 through Nov 18, 2025 Zip Code: 80602 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Healthy Farmer's Market (Thursdays) McAllister Park 2025
About: The Healthy Farmers Market is a partnership of city, county, non-profit, and community-based organizations aiming to increase food access in the Adams County communities. The markets provide produce vouchers to eligible attendees to increase purchasing power of fresh, local fruits and vegetables; community resources to increase health equity; and local, small businesses. Summary: The markets are searching for volunteers to assist with weekly operations of the market, including set-up and tear-down of equipment, check-in process, and produce stand operations. Volunteer shifts will be Thursday from 1:00 PM- 6:00 PM and shifts will be available from July 10 - October 2. Shifts may be adjusted or split into two upon request. If you are bilingual, please let us know! Location: Thursdays - McAllister Park 750 W. 96th Avenue. Volunteer Duties: - Assist with set up and tear down the Healthy Farmers Markets tents, tables, chairs, and signs at the start and end of the markets - Assist vendors and community resources in setting up and tearing down tents, tables, and chairs - Assist vendors with other set-up and tear-down as requested - Assist Market Manager at the market check-in booth, including survey completion, handing out vouchers and additional information, answering vendor and attendee questions - Assist produce vendor with produce stand operations, including set-up/tear-down, restocking produce, assisting attendees, and administrative duties - Assist attendees with carrying purchases to car upon request - Direct vendors where to park at Mcallister Park location - Counting attendees - Other duties as needed Volunteer hours: - Able to sign-off on volunteer requirement forms including high school graduation requirements, community service hours, etc. Thursday Schedule @ McAllister Park: 1:00 PM: Arrive at McAllister location ● Help unload the equipment 1:45 PM - 2 PM: Set-up tents, tables, chairs, and signs ● Market Manager will determine how many and where to set up tents, tables, chairs, and signs ● Direct vendors where to park ● Direct community members to the line ● Other duties as assigned 2 PM - 5 PM: Assist with market operations as needed, including: ● Counting attendees ● Assisting at check-in booth or produce stand ● Carrying attendee purchases to vehicles ● This portion can be optional as needed. ● Verbally translate as applicable/needed ● Assist attendees with carrying purchases to car upon request 5 PM- 6:00 PM: Breakdown equipment and reload vehicle ● Assist produce vendor with tear-down and reloading truck ● Assist in tear-down tasks, restoring/cleaning area and indoor facility (i.e. taking trash out, bathrooms, etc.) Program: Healthy Farmers Market
About: The Healthy Farmers Market is a partnership of city, county, non-profit, and community-based organizations aiming to increase food access in the Adams County communities. The markets provide produce vouchers to eligible attendees to increase purchasing power of fresh, local fruits and vegetables; community resources to increase health equity; and local, small businesses. Summary: The markets are searching for volunteers to assist with weekly operations of the market, including set-up and tear-down of equipment, check-in process, and produce stand operations. Volunteer shifts will be Thursday from 1:00 PM- 6:00 PM and shifts will be available from July 10 - October 2. Shifts may be adjusted or split into two upon request. If you are bilingual, please let us know! Location: Thursdays - McAllister Park 750 W. 96th Avenue. Volunteer Duties: - Assist with set up and tear down the Healthy Farmers Markets tents, tables, chairs, and signs at the start and end of the markets - Assist vendors and community resources in setting up and tearing down tents, tables, and chairs - Assist vendors with other set-up and tear-down as requested - Assist Market Manager at the market check-in booth, including survey completion, handing out vouchers and additional information, answering vendor and attendee questions - Assist produce vendor with produce stand operations, including set-up/tear-down, restocking produce, assisting attendees, and administrative duties - Assist attendees with carrying purchases to car upon request - Direct vendors where to park at Mcallister Park location - Counting attendees - Other duties as needed Volunteer hours: - Able to sign-off on volunteer requirement forms including high school graduation requirements, community service hours, etc. Thursday Schedule @ McAllister Park: 1:00 PM: Arrive at McAllister location ● Help unload the equipment 1:45 PM - 2 PM: Set-up tents, tables, chairs, and signs ● Market Manager will determine how many and where to set up tents, tables, chairs, and signs ● Direct vendors where to park ● Direct community members to the line ● Other duties as assigned 2 PM - 5 PM: Assist with market operations as needed, including: ● Counting attendees ● Assisting at check-in booth or produce stand ● Carrying attendee purchases to vehicles ● This portion can be optional as needed. ● Verbally translate as applicable/needed ● Assist attendees with carrying purchases to car upon request 5 PM- 6:00 PM: Breakdown equipment and reload vehicle ● Assist produce vendor with tear-down and reloading truck ● Assist in tear-down tasks, restoring/cleaning area and indoor facility (i.e. taking trash out, bathrooms, etc.) Program: Healthy Farmers Market Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 80229 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: AIR Gymnastics PartnerThis opportunity is for volunteers interested in pairing up with gymnasts with disabilities or special needs. This may include demonstrating skills, assisting gymnasts with the skills or activities, and encouraging their new friends. Advanced gymnastics skills not required. Looking for individuals who can empathize with others, are patient and like to have fun engaging with others. 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 pairing up with gymnasts with disabilities or special needs. This may include demonstrating skills, assisting gymnasts with the skills or activities, and encouraging their new friends. Advanced gymnastics skills not required. Looking for individuals who can empathize with others, are patient and like to have fun engaging with others. 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: Sep 12, 2025 through Nov 21, 2025 Zip Code: 80233 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Neighborhood Clean-up - September 27 / Limpieza de Vecindario - 27 de septiembreCommunity Connections is holding a Neighborhood Clean-Up to help residents in a selected Thornton area by providing one-time yard maintenance services. Neighborhood selection is determined in collaboration with the city of Thornton’s Code Compliance department based on the neighborhood, frequency and type of code violations, and resident need.
Join us in helping residents in Thornton. Volunteers will be grouped in teams of 4-5 volunteers per home. Families are welcome to participate.
Services provided include: Mowing* Weed whacking* Bush trimming* Light tree trimming Raking Clean-Up *Must be 18+ years of age to utilize power equipment. May assist with non-equipment clean up tasks at age 13 and up. Bring your closed toed shoes, clothes to get dirty in, gloves, hat, sunscreen, and water bottles. You may bring your personal lawn equipment for your personal use. Servicios proporcionados incluyen: Corte de césped* Corte de maleza con maquinaria* Recorte de arbustos* Recorte ligero de arboles Rastrillar Limpieza *Debe ser mayor de 18 años para utilizar el equipo motorizado. Mayores de 13 años pueden asistir con tareas sin equipo motorizado. Trae tus zapatos cerrados, ropa para ensuciarte, guantes, sombrero/gorra, bloqueador solar, y botella de agua. Puedes traer tu equipo de mantenimiento de patios para tu uso personal. Detalles adicionales: Inscribirse para el miércoles, 24 de septiembre. Es al aire libre Zapatos cerrados Guantes Botella de Agua Sombrero/Gorra Bloqueador solar Se aceptan edades de 13-99 Se da la bienvenida a toda la familia Program: CodeCAP Community Connections is holding a Neighborhood Clean-Up to help residents in a selected Thornton area by providing one-time yard maintenance services. Neighborhood selection is determined in collaboration with the city of Thornton’s Code Compliance department based on the neighborhood, frequency and type of code violations, and resident need.
Join us in helping residents in Thornton. Volunteers will be grouped in teams of 4-5 volunteers per home. Families are welcome to participate.
Services provided include: Mowing* Weed whacking* Bush trimming* Light tree trimming Raking Clean-Up *Must be 18+ years of age to utilize power equipment. May assist with non-equipment clean up tasks at age 13 and up. Bring your closed toed shoes, clothes to get dirty in, gloves, hat, sunscreen, and water bottles. You may bring your personal lawn equipment for your personal use. Servicios proporcionados incluyen: Corte de césped* Corte de maleza con maquinaria* Recorte de arbustos* Recorte ligero de arboles Rastrillar Limpieza *Debe ser mayor de 18 años para utilizar el equipo motorizado. Mayores de 13 años pueden asistir con tareas sin equipo motorizado. Trae tus zapatos cerrados, ropa para ensuciarte, guantes, sombrero/gorra, bloqueador solar, y botella de agua. Puedes traer tu equipo de mantenimiento de patios para tu uso personal. Detalles adicionales: Inscribirse para el miércoles, 24 de septiembre. Es al aire libre Zapatos cerrados Guantes Botella de Agua Sombrero/Gorra Bloqueador solar Se aceptan edades de 13-99 Se da la bienvenida a toda la familia Program: CodeCAP Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 27, 2025 Zip Code: 80229 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Healthy Farmer's Market - Margaret Carpenter Recreation (Tuesdays) 2025About: The Healthy Farmers Market is a partnership of city, county, non-profit, and community-based organizations aiming to increase food access in the Adams County communities. The markets provide produce vouchers to eligible attendees to increase purchasing power of fresh, local fruits and vegetables; community resources to increase health equity; and local, small businesses. Summary: The markets are searching for volunteers to assist with weekly operations of the market, including set-up and tear-down of equipment, check-in process, and produce stand operations. Markets will be held on June 17, July 29, August 26, September 30 and October 14. Volunteer shifts are available from 8:00am - 1:00 pm and may be adjusted or split into two upon request. If you are bilingual, please let us know! Location: Tuesdays: Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center, 11151 Colorado Blvd, Thornton, CO 80233 Volunteer Duties: - Assist with set up and tear down the Healthy Farmers Markets tents, tables, chairs, and signs at the start and end of the markets - Assist vendors and community resources in setting up and tearing down tents, tables, and chairs - Assist vendors with other set-up and tear-down as requested - Assist Market Manager at the market check-in booth, including survey completion, handing out vouchers and additional information, answering vendor and attendee questions - Assist produce vendor with produce stand operations, including set-up/tear-down, restocking produce, assisting attendees, and administrative duties - Assist attendees with carrying purchases to car upon request - Counting attendees - Other duties as needed Volunteer hours: - Able to sign-off on volunteer requirement forms including high school graduation requirements, community service hours, etc. Tuesday Schedule @ Margaret Carpenter: Shift: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM 8:00 AM: Arrive at Margaret Carpenter location ● Help unload the equipment 8:30 - 9 AM: Set-up tents, tables, chairs, and signs ● Market Manager will determine how many and where to set up tents, tables, chairs, and signs 9 AM - 12 PM: Assist with market operations as needed, including: ● Counting attendees ● Assisting at check-in booth or produce stand ● Carrying attendee purchases to vehicles ● This portion can be optional as needed. ● Verbally translate as applicable/needed ● Other duties as assigned 12 PM-1 PM: Breakdown equipment and reload vehicle ● Assist produce vendor with tear-down and reloading truck ● Assist in restoring/cleaning area Program: Healthy Farmers Market About: The Healthy Farmers Market is a partnership of city, county, non-profit, and community-based organizations aiming to increase food access in the Adams County communities. The markets provide produce vouchers to eligible attendees to increase purchasing power of fresh, local fruits and vegetables; community resources to increase health equity; and local, small businesses. Summary: The markets are searching for volunteers to assist with weekly operations of the market, including set-up and tear-down of equipment, check-in process, and produce stand operations. Markets will be held on June 17, July 29, August 26, September 30 and October 14. Volunteer shifts are available from 8:00am - 1:00 pm and may be adjusted or split into two upon request. If you are bilingual, please let us know! Location: Tuesdays: Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center, 11151 Colorado Blvd, Thornton, CO 80233 Volunteer Duties: - Assist with set up and tear down the Healthy Farmers Markets tents, tables, chairs, and signs at the start and end of the markets - Assist vendors and community resources in setting up and tearing down tents, tables, and chairs - Assist vendors with other set-up and tear-down as requested - Assist Market Manager at the market check-in booth, including survey completion, handing out vouchers and additional information, answering vendor and attendee questions - Assist produce vendor with produce stand operations, including set-up/tear-down, restocking produce, assisting attendees, and administrative duties - Assist attendees with carrying purchases to car upon request - Counting attendees - Other duties as needed Volunteer hours: - Able to sign-off on volunteer requirement forms including high school graduation requirements, community service hours, etc. Tuesday Schedule @ Margaret Carpenter: Shift: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM 8:00 AM: Arrive at Margaret Carpenter location ● Help unload the equipment 8:30 - 9 AM: Set-up tents, tables, chairs, and signs ● Market Manager will determine how many and where to set up tents, tables, chairs, and signs 9 AM - 12 PM: Assist with market operations as needed, including: ● Counting attendees ● Assisting at check-in booth or produce stand ● Carrying attendee purchases to vehicles ● This portion can be optional as needed. ● Verbally translate as applicable/needed ● Other duties as assigned 12 PM-1 PM: Breakdown equipment and reload vehicle ● Assist produce vendor with tear-down and reloading truck ● Assist in restoring/cleaning area Program: Healthy Farmers Market Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 80233 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Yardbusters!Yardbusters is a program that operates from June 1 to October 1, providing support to income-qualified seniors or income-qualified individuals with disabilities in maintaining their lawns and yard areas throughout the summer growing season. Volunteers are paired with a resident for the entire season and assist with tasks such as lawn mowing, raking, light hand pruning, weed mowing, or removal to help maintain compliance with municipal codes. Residents are responsible for providing the necessary tools and lawn equipment, while volunteers will be given gloves upon request. To meet municipal vegetation code requirements, the average number of visits to a resident's home in 2024 was twice per month. Volunteers can participate individually, as a family, or as part of a team.
Contact Belia Dameron at 303-255-7831 for more information! Program: Parks, Recreation & Community Programs Administration Yardbusters is a program that operates from June 1 to October 1, providing support to income-qualified seniors or income-qualified individuals with disabilities in maintaining their lawns and yard areas throughout the summer growing season. Volunteers are paired with a resident for the entire season and assist with tasks such as lawn mowing, raking, light hand pruning, weed mowing, or removal to help maintain compliance with municipal codes. Residents are responsible for providing the necessary tools and lawn equipment, while volunteers will be given gloves upon request. To meet municipal vegetation code requirements, the average number of visits to a resident's home in 2024 was twice per month. Volunteers can participate individually, as a family, or as part of a team.
Contact Belia Dameron at 303-255-7831 for more information! Program: Parks, Recreation & Community Programs Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Oct 1, 2025 Zip Code: 80229 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: AIR Volunteer - ongoingThis 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 MentorIntroducing 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 |
Volunteer: Neighborhood Gardeners needed:Join us in making your neighborhood entrance or a local park bed shine! This is a great chance to connect with Mother Nature and improve your community. Whether you choose to work alongside neighbors or enjoy some solo time, let’s discover who has a green thumb! Help us by adopting an area that you’d love to see transformed and bring some extra beauty to the space. Program: Adopt-A-Flowerbed (Parks - Horticulture) Join us in making your neighborhood entrance or a local park bed shine! This is a great chance to connect with Mother Nature and improve your community. Whether you choose to work alongside neighbors or enjoy some solo time, let’s discover who has a green thumb! Help us by adopting an area that you’d love to see transformed and bring some extra beauty to the space. Program: Adopt-A-Flowerbed (Parks - Horticulture) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 80229 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Preschool VolunteerThis position assists teachers in working with preschool children between the ages of 3-6 in a formal, licensed program. Requires fingerprinting and background checks. Program: Recreation Special Events This position assists teachers in working with preschool children between the ages of 3-6 in a formal, licensed program. Requires fingerprinting and background checks. Program: Recreation Special Events Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 80233 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Twisted Steel Car Club - Park VolunteersTwisted Steel Car Club Clean-Up
This group is interested in improving the cleanliness of parking lot areas near the Carpenter Recreation Center where they also host car shows.
Program: Parks, Recreation & Community Programs Administration Twisted Steel Car Club Clean-Up
This group is interested in improving the cleanliness of parking lot areas near the Carpenter Recreation Center where they also host car shows.
Program: Parks, Recreation & Community Programs Administration Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 80233 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Public Art PanelistPublic Art Panelist
Volunteers are needed to sit on two public art review panels. Each public art project has a unique selection panel to help advise on the artist review process. Volunteer panel members will meet twice, with one meeting to review and score artist application materials, and a second meeting to recommend the artist (or artist team) that best meets the scope of the project. Learn more about the Public Art Goals and Commission Process. Public art panels meet on weekday evenings, with meetings generally lasting from 6:30-8:30 pm. Each public art panel meets twice Questions: Contact PublicArt@ThornotonCo.gov or call (720) 977-5881 Program: Public Art Panels Public Art Panelist
Volunteers are needed to sit on two public art review panels. Each public art project has a unique selection panel to help advise on the artist review process. Volunteer panel members will meet twice, with one meeting to review and score artist application materials, and a second meeting to recommend the artist (or artist team) that best meets the scope of the project. Learn more about the Public Art Goals and Commission Process. Public art panels meet on weekday evenings, with meetings generally lasting from 6:30-8:30 pm. Each public art panel meets twice Questions: Contact PublicArt@ThornotonCo.gov or call (720) 977-5881 Program: Public Art Panels Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 80229 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Trailwinds Special Event AssistantProgram: Trailwinds Active Adult Special events Program: Trailwinds Active Adult Special events Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 80601 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Healthy Farmers Markets- Behind the Scenes Assistance!Volunteer Opportunity : The program is searching for volunteers to assist with tasks behind-the-scenes of the operations. Tasks will focus on event support including organization, labeling equipment, clerical/administrative tasks. Schedule: Shifts are flexible/variable in length. Hours can be completed Monday-Thursday anywhere from 7 AM-5 PM. Shifts will be in increments of at least 2 hours. Volunteers who can commit to a regular schedule throughout the HFM program season will be given preference for scheduling. Weekly volunteering highly encouraged! Program Summary: The Healthy Farmers Market is a partnership of city, county, non-profit, and community-based organizations aiming to increase food access in the Adams County communities. The markets provide produce vouchers to eligible attendees to increase purchasing power of fresh, local fruits and vegetables; community resources to increase health equity; and local, small businesses. Program: Healthy Farmers Market Volunteer Opportunity : The program is searching for volunteers to assist with tasks behind-the-scenes of the operations. Tasks will focus on event support including organization, labeling equipment, clerical/administrative tasks. Schedule: Shifts are flexible/variable in length. Hours can be completed Monday-Thursday anywhere from 7 AM-5 PM. Shifts will be in increments of at least 2 hours. Volunteers who can commit to a regular schedule throughout the HFM program season will be given preference for scheduling. Weekly volunteering highly encouraged! Program Summary: The Healthy Farmers Market is a partnership of city, county, non-profit, and community-based organizations aiming to increase food access in the Adams County communities. The markets provide produce vouchers to eligible attendees to increase purchasing power of fresh, local fruits and vegetables; community resources to increase health equity; and local, small businesses. Program: Healthy Farmers Market Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 80229 Allow Groups: No |