Opportunities From: City of Thornton - Volunteer Programs

Volunteer: Assist Homeless Outreach Team with Point in Time Count

Point in Time Count


The Thornton Homeless Outreach Team will be participating in the National Point in Time (PIT) Count, a nationwide effort to survey and connect with individuals experiencing homelessness. During this event, volunteers will help gather important data, offer immediate resources, and distribute food throughout the City of Thornton.

Volunteers will be required to complete training videos provided once they become available. Once training videos are available, they will be emailed, and volunteers will be asked if they have completed the training material. A QR Code and Survey Link will be provided on the day of the event for data collection.

Volunteers will meet with the Homeless Outreach Team at the Thornton Community Connections building where they will receive outreach locations, supplies, and guidance. Teams will travel by car to various areas on the map and walk through trails and open spaces to connect with the unhoused community.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear that cover their entire feet and that are comfortable for extended walking and/or standing. Bring water and snacks for the allotted shift.

Join us in making a difference in our community by helping ensure that every individual experiencing homelessness is counted and connected with support.

Program: Homeless Outreach Team (HOT)

Point in Time Count


The Thornton Homeless Outreach Team will be participating in the National Point in Time (PIT) Count, a nationwide effort to survey and connect with individuals experiencing homelessness. During this event, volunteers will help gather important data, offer immediate resources, and distribute food throughout the City of Thornton.

Volunteers will be required to complete training videos provided once they become available. Once training videos are available, they will be emailed, and volunteers will be asked if they have completed the training material. A QR Code and Survey Link will be provided on the day of the event for data collection.

Volunteers will meet with the Homeless Outreach Team at the Thornton Community Connections building where they will receive outreach locations, supplies, and guidance. Teams will travel by car to various areas on the map and walk through trails and open spaces to connect with the unhoused community.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear that cover their entire feet and that are comfortable for extended walking and/or standing. Bring water and snacks for the allotted shift.

Join us in making a difference in our community by helping ensure that every individual experiencing homelessness is counted and connected with support.

Program: Homeless Outreach Team (HOT)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 80229

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Snowbusters!

The Snowbusters program connects community volunteers with neighbors who are unable to clear their sidewalks or driveway after a snowfall due to age, disability, or other physical limitations.

This is a wonderful chance to make a real difference by offering support to those in need. Consider becoming a Snowbuster as an individual, family, club, or even as a business!

To volunteer as a Snowbuster, you must:  Commit to assisting the resident in need for an entire snow season, beginning in November 15 and ending April 15. Shovel the public sidewalk and access of the resident within 24 hours of a snowfall of two (2) inches or more. Be 14 years of age or older (youth under 18 must have parent signed waiver) Snow shovels and Snowbuster vests will be provided.

Program: Parks, Recreation & Community Programs Administration

The Snowbusters program connects community volunteers with neighbors who are unable to clear their sidewalks or driveway after a snowfall due to age, disability, or other physical limitations.

This is a wonderful chance to make a real difference by offering support to those in need. Consider becoming a Snowbuster as an individual, family, club, or even as a business!

To volunteer as a Snowbuster, you must:  Commit to assisting the resident in need for an entire snow season, beginning in November 15 and ending April 15. Shovel the public sidewalk and access of the resident within 24 hours of a snowfall of two (2) inches or more. Be 14 years of age or older (youth under 18 must have parent signed waiver) Snow shovels and Snowbuster vests will be provided.

Program: Parks, Recreation & Community Programs Administration

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Apr 1, 2026

Zip Code: 80229

Allow Groups: No


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


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 Volunteer

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

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: Public Art Panelist

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

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 Assistant


Program: Trailwinds Active Adult Special events


Program: Trailwinds Active Adult Special events

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 80601

Allow Groups: No