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You can make a difference simply by getting out into your community and volunteering. Every week nonprofit agencies and groups are looking for volunteers to help with special projects and day to day needs. FirstCall works to connect people in the community with these different opportunities. The list below, which is updated regularly, contains the most recent volunteer requests that non-profit agencies have sent to us. To search for specific types of volunteer positions click on Your Area of Interest below. Also check out our column in the Coloradoan every Saturday. If agencies would like to be added to either of these two lists contact Abby at FirstCall, 407-7066.
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| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Larimer County | Rancho Vista Equine Therapy Center | 221-5522 | Do you enjoy early mornings? Feeding the Rancho Vista therapy horses is a rewarding experience. All the horses are alert and eager for your arrival. No complaints from them about "Hay again!" The volunteer commitment is one morning a week on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday from 7:30am to 9:30am. | October 30, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Rancho Vista Equine Therapy Center | 221-5522 | Rancho Vista Equine Therapy Center is scheduling riders and volunteers for the 2003 Fall riding season. Classes are held Tuesday through Saturday, September 9 through November 13. | July 16, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Discovery Science Center | Carol Hopkins, 377-3048 | Animal Husbandry volunteers are needed to care for the small animal collection at the Science Center. This position would involve feeding, habitat cleaning, and possibly habitat building. Training is provided for this year round position. | April 23, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Hearts and Horses | 663-4200 or www.heartsandhorses.org | Volunteers are needed to help with Monday-Saturday classes at Hearts and Horses, equine-oriented therapy for the disabled community. For more information, contact Hearts and Horses. | April 7, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Larimer Humane Society | Cary, 226-3647 ext.146 | Seeking volunteers to put their love for animals to work by participating in virtually every aspect of the organization. | March 28, 2003 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Fort Collins | Fort Collins Municipal Railway Society | Carol Tunner (for conductors) at 484-3957 or Jim Stitzel (for motorpersons) at 482-8246 | Seeking individuals who are looking for a volunteer job that offers travel, meeting new people, and serving the community. This all volunteer, non-profit organization that operates historic streetcar #21, is seeking conductors and motorpersons for the trolley operation on West Mountain Avenue. If you would like to be part of this rewarding living history project, call! | March 3, 2004 |
| Fort Collins | The Center for Fine Art Photography | Larry, 530-0252 | Volunteers are needed to help with several projects. These include preparing for the International Fine Art Photography Exhibition that will be held June 29-August 21; coordinating or assisting with photography workshops; and helping put on the Center’s photography auction. The Center is also seeking individuals who have experience in marketing, public relations, program management and serving as board members. | March 3, 2004 |
| Fort Collins | Fort Collins Museum of Contemporary Art | 482-2787 | The Fort Collins Museum of Contemporary Art recently opened a museum shop and is in need of volunteers to help with the shop. Volunteers who are available during the day are needed and training is provided. Volunteers with retail management experience are needed to help with shop management duties. | December 19, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | CSU's International Friends Program | 491-5917 or 493-7218 | CSU's International Friends Program is seeking community members to participate in a friendship program with international students at CSU. | December 19, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | OpenStage Theatre and Company | Rabbit Hole Radio Theatre, 686-2414 | Rabbit Hole Radio Theatre, an artistic endeavor of OpenStage Theatre and Company of Fort Collins, is looking for volunteer radio sound technicians to contribute their skills in sound recording and post-production editing. In addition, Rabbit Hole Radio Theatre is searching for graphic artists to lend their time to poster design and layout, and creative writers to join the writing team for the 2004 series entitled, "Major Arcana." | September 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Front Range Chamber Players | Carla Hager, 223-8363, chager@verinet.com OR Doug Lowe, 278-1528, donilo25@earthlink.net | The Front Range Chamber Players seeks volunteers for positions on the Board of Directors. The Board assists and promotes the Chamber Players, a musical organization devoted to presenting five concerts a year of instumental and vocal music in the classical tradition. | August 21, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Avery House Guild | 493-7455 | The Avery House Guild is seeking volunteers to serve as docents at the Avery House 2 hours a month on a Wednesday or a Sunday from 1pm to 3pm. Docents may also choose to help with the school tours that are scheduled throughout the school year. Docents learn early Fort Collins history along with the everyday family life in early Fort Collins. | July 16, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Fort Collins Public Radio Station KRFC | Sarah, 221-5075 or sarah@krfcfm.org | KRFC 88.9 community public radio is looking for volunteers to help with grant writing, member development, outreach, and events planning. If you have community connections and a desire to help an ambitious community building project please call. | July 16, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Fort Collins Museum | Carol Steiner, 416-2705 | The Fort Collins Museum invites you to become a part of history! Volunteers are needed for the Information Desk, the Museum Store, and to be Tour Guides. If you are looking to gain experience in the museum field, add volunteer work to your resume, or simply want to try something new, please call! | April 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Discovery Science Center | Carol Hopkins, 377-3048 | Needed most are volunteers to man the hone at the front desk. Training is provided, and many shifts are available for this year round position. Floor facilitators are needed to assist visitors in the use and purpose of the floor exhibits. Volunteers for weekends and during school hours are especially needed. Education Office Assistant to help up-date the Education Program Calendar and provide other assistance in the Education Office is needed 1-2 hours per week. Training is provided for this year round position. Teacher Assistants are needed to help in class and project work. Ideal for those who enjoy working directly with children. Animal Husbandry volunteers are needed to care for the small animal collection at the Science Center. This position would involve feeding, habitat cleaning, and possibly habitat building. Training is provided for this year round position. | April 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Dance Express | Mary Elizabeth, 493-2113 | Dance Express is seeking volunteers to serve on their Board of Directors. Dance Express is a modern dance troop for persons with and without disabilities. Volunteers are also needed to help with grant writing and data entry. | March 25, 2003 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Fort Collins | Foothills Gateway | April, 266-5379 | Volunteers are needed to be mentors for individuals with developmental disabilities. Hours are very flexible. | March 3, 2004 |
| Fort Collins | Dance Express | Mary Elizabeth, 493-2113 | Dance Express is seeking volunteers to serve on their Board of Directors. Dance Express is a dynamic modern dance troop for persons with and without disabilities. | November 20, 2003 |
| Larimer County | National Multiple Sclerosis Society--Northern Chapter | Dolores Kueffler, 407-7024 or 1-800-356-9619 | Volunteers who can give a few hours a week or month to assist people with MS in the community with projects that need doing in their homes are needed. These projects might include yard work, cleaning out closets, changing light bulbs, putting in air conditioners, helping with shopping, or providing a friendly visit. MS is a disease that affects the central nervous system in the brain and spine. Many of the folks who are homebound have limited use of their arms and legs. There will be an initial training to familiarize you with MS and the guidelines for this program. | October 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Adaptive Recretaion Opportunities | Renee, 224-6027 | The Adaptive Recreation Opportunities program of the City of Fort Collins Parks and Recreation Department has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities to assist individuals with disabilities in recreation and leisure. Opportunities include adaptive swim lessons, archery and indoor climbing; unified or wheelchair floor hockey; golf; handmade gifts; workout partners; and recreation mentors. | September 2, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | The Handyman Program of Volunteers of America | Guy, 218-0882 | The Handyman Program is looking for volunteers who have a background in construction to assist in building wheelchair ramps for the disabled. Also needed is a 5'X8' enclosed specialty trailer to aid in the storage and transportation of materials for this program | August 21, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Foothills Gateway | April, 266-5379 | Foothills Gateway is looking for Spanish translators. These volunteers would be "on call" and be asked from time to time to translate during meetings. | July 16, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Rancho Vista Equine Therapy Center | 221-5522 | Rancho Vista Equine Therapy Center is scheduling riders and volunteers for the 2003 Fall riding season. Classes are held Tuesday through Saturday, September 9 through November 13. | July 16, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Fort Collins Muscular Dystrophy Association | Barb Green, 282-1320 | Seeking volunteer office staff Monday-Friday. Volunteers are also needed for fundraising and special events. | April 7, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Hearts and Horses | 663-4200 or www.heartsandhorses.org | Volunteers are needed to help with Monday-Saturday classes at Hearts and Horses equine-oriented therapy for the disabled community. For more information, contact Hearts and Horses. | April 7, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Foothills Gateway | April Rikhoff, 226-2345 ext. 379 | Male volunteers needed to become mentors for male individuals with developmental disabilities. | March 3, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Ensight Skills Center | 407-9999 | Ensight Skills Center for people with low vision has multiple volunteer opportunities available. These include: hosting client visits, conducting telephone intake and exit interviews, mailing, filing, ordering supplies, helping maintain database, computer expertise, fundraising and donation solicitation, helping maintain web-site, delivering brochures, assisting with special events or support groups. | February 21, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Gardening Angels, Inc. | Kathleen, 494-1820 | Gardening Angels is looking for volunteers to serve on their Board of Directors which meets the 4th Tuesday of the month, every other month. | January 27, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Gardening Angels, Inc. | Kathleen, 494-1820 | Gardening Angels is looking for volunteers to be "Angels to the Angels" and assist with planning and putting on special events. Volunteers with experience in fundraising, event planning, public relations, and volunteer coordination are welcome, as are any individuals who are willing to commit time to putting on special events for Gardening Angels. | January 27, 2003 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Fort Collins | Catholic Charities Northern, the Mission | Gail Barrera, 484-5010 | Volunteers are needed for ongoing maintenance, deep cleaning, painting, and possibly some minor repairs. Front desk volunteers are also needed for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30am to 1pm. Phone experience and computer skills are helpful, but not necessary. | October 30, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Habitat for Humanity | Cathie Waugh, 530-0068 | Volunteers are needed to serve as Receptionist/Greeters and Home Supply Store Material Handlers. Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity seeks a people person with phone skills and customer service abilities to serve as a receptionist and greeter for both the Habitat Home Supply Store and administrative office. A time commitment of at least 4 hours per week is appreciated. Possible time slots include Mon-Sat from 9-1 or 1-5. Habitat Home Supply Store seeks strong, able-bodied teenagers to help receive donations of furniture and appliances, assist customers, unload donation truck, and assist with merchandising. A minimum time commitment of 2 hours afterschool (until 5:30pm) would be appreciated. | October 30, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Severe Weather Hospitality Center | 207-0347 | Volunteers are needed to help at the day shelter for individuals and families who are homeless. Volunteers are asked to commit to a three-hour shift once or twice a week. Volunteers provide a welcoming environment for guests, provide services and resources, enforce rules, and assist with administrative tasks. | October 30, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Food Bank for Larimer County | Sabrina Arch, 493-4477 | The Food Bank for Larimer County is looking for volunteers who are willing to make a 6 month to one year commitment to help with the Food Share Program. Interested volunteers should be bilingual, computer literate, able to lift 40 lbx., and available during the day. Food Share is the Food Bank for Larimer County's direct service program. | May 9, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Food Bank for Larimer County | Robert Parementer, 484-6171 or Karen Hart, 493-4477 | The Food Bank for Larimer County is looking for volunteers who are interested in helping with the CropWalk. Join faith-based communities who are dedicated to ending hunger locally and internationally, by volunteering to support CropWalk. CropWalk participants raise walk/run pledges from local residents, and navigate a five or ten kilometer course through Fort Collins' Old Town. This year's events in on October 19. Twenty-five percent of the funds raised stay in Larimer County to help our disadvantaged neighbors, and seventy-five percent go to international hunger relief. Volunteers are needed to help with Recruitment and Education (25 hours, September through October), Publicity (25 hours, September through mid-October), Accounting (50 hours, end of October through November). | May 27, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Catholic Charities Northern, the Mission | Gail, 484-5010 ext.301 | Catholic Charities Northern, the Mission, is in need of volunteers to work in Emergency Assistance, stocking pantries, the Shelter, and the Front Desk. Please call for more information. | March 12, 2003 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Fort Collins | Village Earth | Edwin Shinn, 491-5754 | This program's mission is to join together with other organizations and individuals to help connect rural villages to global resources, has opportunities for volunteers and interns to create their own projects with Village Earth, or to assist and support current projects. The strength of Village Earth comes from the energy and passion of everyone involved, and as a volunteer or intern, you will learn valuable skills. | March 3, 2004 |
| Larimer County | Poudre Wilderness Volunteers | 498-2776 | Hike or ride with a purpose! PWV is seeking volunteers to patrol in the Canyon Lakes Ranger District for the Forest Service | February 1, 2004 |
| Larimer County | Larimer County Natural Resources | Cheryl Kolus, 498-5772 | Volunteers are needed to Environmental Educators. The volunteer position is to assist visitors to the Garbage Garage Educational Center by leading them through the displays and answering questions relating to trash, recycling, landfills, and household environmental waste. Training is provided. | October 30, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Adaptive Recretaion Opportunities | Renee, 224-6027 | The Adaptive Recreation Opportunities program of the City of Fort Collins Parks and Recreation Department has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities to assist individuals with disabilities in recreation and leisure. Opportunities include adaptive swim lessons, archery and indoor climbing; unified or wheelchair floor hockey; golf; handmade gifts; workout partners; and recreation mentors. | September 2, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Legacy Land Trust | Jane, 266-1711, llt@frii.com | Act now and help conserve land in our area. The Legacy Land Trust is looking for volunteers to do the following: photograph and help evaluate lands for protection and other outdoor activities, general office work, and helping prepare for special events. Gain office and field experience while helping a local land preservation group. | April 23, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Larimer County Parks and Open Lands | 679-4561 | Announcing Volunteer Naturalist Training! Want to lead guided hikes? Now is the time to sign up for naturalist training. You will be provided training in geology, history, plants, animals, and the workings of the Parks and Open Lands Department. In turn, you will be asked to guide hikes for the public, school groups and senior programs, and staff booths at festivals. | April 7, 2003 |
| Loveland | Loveland Youth Gardeners | Joanna Rago, 667-7903 | Volunteer opportunities available with the Board of Directors, and in Fundraising and Event Planning. The mission of Loveland Youth Gardeners is to teach young people job skills through education and orgnic gardening stewardship practices, to offer service to the community and to provide leadership opportunities. The Summer Youth Gardening Program is for teenagers who are at-risk or have special needs. Leaf Out is a year-round program which offers intergenerational horticultural therapy. | February 21, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Poudre Wilderness Volunteers | 498-2776 | Hike or ride with a purpose with Poudre Wilderness Volunteers. Hikers, backpackers and horsemen are needed to patrol trails in the Canyon Lakes Ranger District. Poudre Wilderness Volunteers is a voluntary organization assisting the U.S. Forest Service. | January 9, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Big City Mountaineers | www.bigcitymountaineers.org or mgodley21@attbi.com | Big City Mountaineers, a non-profit organization, is in need of adults with strong backcountry hiking skills to volunteer as leaders for weeklong backpacking trips in the Western U.S. with economically disadvantaged youth during Summer 2003. We are expanding our youth program for 2003 and need your help! | January 6, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Rocky Mountain National Park Service | Barri Bernier, 970-586-1252 | Seeking volunteers to help in the Park's Greenhouse. Volunteers are needed for seed-cleaning, watering and caring for plants, and for plant propagation. Volunteers receive a free Seasonal Parks Pass for their time and effort. Call for more information. | November 18, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Environmental Learning Center | 491-1661 | Seeking volunteers for three of their programs. Volunteer Rangers work with the public to understand and enjoy the preserve. The ELC Connections Program trains community volunteers to provide age-appropriate nature and culture programs to visiting groups. Finally, Service Project volunteers assist year round in river clean up, vegetation planting, trail building, erosion control and more. | Fall, 2002 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Fort Collins | Poudre Valley Hospital Thrift Shop | Nan, 495-8580 | Volunteers are needed on Monday and Wednesdays to help cashier, receive donations, and price merchandise. Hours are 9am to 12:30pm or 12:30pm to 4pm. | March 3, 2004 |
| Fort Collins | American Cancer Society | Sonia, 226-0148 | Volunteers are needed tohelp with a variety of office tasks, including answering phones, bulk mailings, and assembling packets | February 15, 2004 |
| Larimer County | The American Cancer Society | 226-0148 | Volunteers are needed to serve on the planning committees for the following special events: Daffodil Days, Golf Tournament and Relay for Life. | November 20, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Poudre Valley Hospital Thrift Shop | Nan, 495-8580 | Volunteers are needed to help sort and price donations, display merchandise, and operate the cash register. Volunteers especially needed on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. | October 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Poudre Valley Hospital Wee Steps Program | Nan, 495-8580 | PVH Wee Steps Program needs volunteers on Mondays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays to help schedule appointments, assist the nursing staff and perform clerical tasks. | September 2, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | The CENTER for Community Justice Partnerships | Laurie Klith, 495-0084 | The CENTER, an agency serving at-risk youth and their families is seeking mental health therapists and drug alcohol certified counselors who would be interested in performing some pro-bono work at the center. | August 13, 2003 |
| Larimer County | The Nurse-Family Partnership of Larimer County | Judy Laible, 498-6744 or Cindy Bradrick, 498-6731 | Volunteers are needed to help with filing, collating, and organizing information and materials, and to perform various computer tasks. Volunteers are needed anytime between the hours of 9am and 2pm, Monday through Thursday. | August 13, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Larimer County Department of Human Services | Laura Sartor, 498-6368 | The Larimer County Department of Human Services is eager to provide an opportunity for various age groups to volunteer! Gain new skills and work experience while strengthening programs and services in our community. Volunteers are needed for any amount of time that they desire to participate. Volunteer duties may include answering phones, filing, mailings, distributing mail, greeting people, data collection and entry, assembling packets, and computer work. | August 13, 2003 |
| Northern Larimer County | The Health District of Northern Larimer County | Cherrilyn, 224-5209 | The Health District of Northern Larimer County is looking for volunteers to be a part of providing better mental health services in Larimer County by assisting with a short-term data entry project. A volunteer with computer skills is needed to enter names and passwords into a new health information web site. The hours are flexible and the work can be done from home. | April 23, 2003 |
| Northern Larimer County | The Health District of Northern Larimer County | Cherrilyn, 224-5209 | The Health District of Northern Larimer County is looking for volunteers to help maximize the community outreach efforts by entering data at the Medicaid and CHP+ Outreach office. A volunteer with some computer skills is needed to enter data about 4 hours a week. Ideally, the person would be able to make long-term commitment and volunteer on a regular basis. | April 23, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Larimer County Medical Reserve Corps | Ann Watson, 498-6750 | Volunteers from a variety of health professions such as doctors, nurses, EMTs, pharmacists, mental health practitioners, health educators, health technicians, and more are needed for the Medical Reserve Corps. These volunteers will be listed in a database of individuals willing to assist our community in the event of a natural disaster or other catastrophe. Volunteer responsibilities may include emergency response, logistical planning, records keeping, administering vaccinations, assisting in public health programs and awareness campaigns. Training needs and interests of volunteers will be assessed and a training program designed to meet the volunteers' needs. | February 26, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Poudre Valley Hospital Gift Shop | Volunteer Services, 495-8580 | Volunteers are needed to work in Poudre Valley Hospital's Gift Shop. A variety of shifts are available. Come join the team. | February 26, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Ensight Skills Center | 407-9999 | Ensight Skills Center for people with low vision has multiple volunteer opportunities available. These include: hosting client visits, conducting telephone intake and exit interviews, mailing, filing, ordering supplies, helping maintain database, computer expertise, fundraising and donation solicitation, helping maintain web-site, delivering brochures, assisting with special events or support groups. | February 21, 2003 |
| Fort Collins & Greeley | Alzheimer's Association | Ann Noble, 225-2136 | Volunteer artists are needed to lead a weekly art group with Alzheimer's patients. This is a 2-hour a week commitment. Sites are available in Fort Collins and Greeley. | January 27, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Healthy Beginnings Prenatal Program | Denise, 667-6241 | Volunteers are needed for Healthy Beginnings Prenatal Program for uninsured and underinsured women and families. Volunteers are matched with a mother throughout her pregnancy to offer support, information, and resources. Call for more information. | January 31, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | The Alzheimer's Association | 472-9798 | The Alzheimer's Association is looking for some special volunteers to help in the Ft. Collins office. They are in need of office clerical help, HelpLine volunteers, and folks to assist with inside/outside maintenance activities. Training is provided for those interested in volunteering with the HelpLine. | December 19, 2002 |
| Larimer County | The American Red Cross | Arden, 226-5728 | The Red Cross is looking for volunteers to teach: First Aid and CPR, Babysitter's Training, and HIV/AIDS information courses. Training fees are minimal and vary according to course. | November 7, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Lydia Dody Breast Cancer Foundation | 225-6200 | Seeking volunteers to assist with administration duties such as media relation, volunteer cooridination, events planning, graphic design, and database maintenance. Some positions may lead to employment. | November 7, 2002 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Larimer County | Larimer County Probation Department | Gina, 498-5846 | Volunteers are needed to work with adult and juvenile offenders under supervision of a Probation Officer or support staff. Duties include face-to-face offender contact, filing, telephone calls, computer work, copying, and correspondence with other agencies. The duties of all volunteers are based on their skills, interests, and comfort level. All volunteers undergo a criminal background check. | March 3, 2004 |
| Larimer County | Consumer Credit Counseling Services | Sara, 494-3310 | Community volunteers are needed to serve on the board of directors for a two year term. Volunteers should be active in their community, committed to the mission of the agency and availalbe to provide help with fundraising. CCCS specializes in providing education and counseling to families and individuals on personal money management issues and helps those with credit difficulty pay off their debt. | January 15, 2004 |
| Larimer County | Victims Unit at the Probation Department | Beth Ayasse, 498-5809 | Volunteers for the Victims Unit at Probation would offer assistance to individuals who have been victimized by offenders. Volunteer advocates could help victims communicate their concerns to the court so it can determine sentencing for the offender. Additionally, volunteers could assist victims or survivors of crime in obtaining information about an offender. Sometimes these offenders have been granted Probation by the court and are supervised in our community by a Probation Officer. | September 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | TaxAide | Bonnie, bfweber@comcast.net | TaxAide is the nation's largest, free, volunteer-run tax counseling and preparation service for middle and low income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 and older. Volunteers are needed to be Tax Assistance Counselors and/or Leadership Coordinators. Training begins in October. | August 21, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Harmony House | Erica, 223-5966 | Harmony House is in great need of volunteers to supervise visits for children. Harmony House is a visitation center that provides a neutral, homelike setting for monitored visits between children and their parents. Harmony House has locations in both Fort Collins and Loveland. These children may be in foster care or may be "caught in the middle" of their parents' divorce proceedings. Volunteers are provided training and lots of support and are asked to supervise a two-hour family visit. Harmony House is open seven days a week, and especially needs help on weekends and evenings. | April 23, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) | Linn, 498-6181 | Larimer County's abused and neglected children need your voice! Get involved as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). As a trained advocate, the CASA's goal is to be the "eyes and ears" of the Judge and to represent the best interests of children within our court system. Volunteers must be 21 years of age or older and have 10-15 hours per month to give to a child in need. | April 23, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Probation Department--Alcohol, Drug, Driving Safety Unit | Mary Nagler, 498-5804 | Volunteers are needed to provide interpretive assistance for probation officers with Spanish-speaking clients. Volunteers would interpret for evaluation and/or supervision of clients. Background checks and application are required. | February 26, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Probation Department--Alcohol, Drug, Driving Safety Unit | Mary Nagler, 498-5804 | Volunteers needed to help with case management and/or administrative tasks. Training and background checks provided. | February 21, 2003 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Larimer County | Volunteers of America | Nancy, 472-9630 or Stephanie, (303)297-0408 | Volunteers who are 60+ and live on a fixed income are invited to participate in the Foster Grandparent Program. Foster Grandparents spend 20 hours a week tutoring children in their classrooms and receive a non-taxable stipend in return. Dedicated seniors with a passion for helping children are needed to join the team serving in schools and day care centers in Loveland and Fort Collins. | December 19, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Read On Fort Collins | Tamara Doak, 495-6981 or tamaraldoak@yahoo.com | Read On Fort Collins is a program designed to encourage Fort Collins residents to all read a chosen piece of quality literature and engage in activities centered around the work. This includes a visit from the author of the book, as well as a variety of related activities around the city. Volunteers are needed to help make this event the best possible, with opportunities to participate throughout the year. One event is the CSU Homecoming Parade, where volunteers are needed to help with a float for Read On Fort Collins. Various committees are also looking for volunteers to help with marketing, community links and other activities. | September 2, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Harvest Farm | Brian Waltz, 568-9803 | Volunteers opportunities in food service, maintenence shop, and agricultural departments. Also seeking tutors for the Literacy and Education Center, and volunteer mentors for residents of Harvest Farm. | November 7, 2002 |
| Larimer County | Children and Seniors Together, CAST | Volunteers of America, 472-9630 | Seeking volunteers to tutor children in their schools in Fort Collins and Loveland. Help a child to read, tutor a teen in math, or help a teacher with their class. | Fall, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Fort Collins Public Library | Barbara, 224-6183 | Seeking volunteers to help with the self-checkout machines Mondays through Thursdays at both library branches. | November 7, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | The Family Center | Amy, 221-1615 | After School Program is seeking volunteers to work with children from 3 to 5 pm Monday through Thursday. the program allows for quality time for enrichment activities and homework assistance. Due to the age of the children, adults only may apply. | November 7, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Adult Literacy Services | Connie, 484-READ | Volunteers wanted to attend tutor trainings to assist their adult literacy programs. They have opens both daytime or evening hours in several of their programs in town, the trainings are free. Call for dates and times. | Fall, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Education and Life Center | Connie, 484-READ | Seeking tutors for it's Adult Literacy Services. Tutors are needed to work one-on-one with adults at the Larimer County Detention Center on GED preparation. Day and evening positions available. | Fall, 2002 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Larimer County | United Way of Larimer County | Ken Benda, 407-7000 | A volunteer Office Support Assistant is needed 10-20 hours per week. Duties may include; answering phones, greeting and assisting visitors, filing and data entry, campaign packet auditing, assisting Finance and Administration Directors, and special projects. This is ideal for a retired senior of someone with prior experience looking to reenter the work force and needing to build their resume. | December 19, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Fort Collins Municipal Railway Society | 221-6597 | The Fort Collins Municipal Railway Society, Inc. will be celebrating their 20th year of operating the historic Fort Collins streetcar on West Mountain Avenue this year. Volunteers motorpersons and conductors are needed during the operating season. Become a part of this historic and enjoyable experience. | November 20, 2003 |
| Larimer County | FirstCall | Patti or Abby, 495-0923 | FirstCall is seeking volunteer advocates to help gather information about volunteer opportunities in Larimer County for an upcoming volunteer guide. The deadline for information is soon, and your help is greatly needed. Also needed, is a volunteer to assist with marketing for the 2004 Colorado State Conference on Volunteerism and Service-Learning which will be held in Fort Collins in February, 2004. Help is needed in getting the word out, entering data into a mailing list, creating marketing materials, and assisting to create state-wide partnerships. Ages 12 and up are welcome. | August 13, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | TEAM Fort Collins | 224-9931 | TEAM Fort Collins, a non-profit organization dedicated to drug and alcohol abuse prevention, is looking for a volunteer to help 10 hours per month with web site maintenance. Responsibilities include updating the web site and performing other maintenance as needed. | April 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Volunteers of America/RSVP | 472-9630 or www.fortnet.org/voa | Calling all adults age 55+! In a world of choices, pick the volunteer position that is most exciting to you. Oportunities range from tutoring to sewing, trail maintenance to public speaking...and much more. Be reassured with free supplemental liability and accident insurance converage while volunteering. Receive travel reimbursement, and become an official member of the Senior Corps! You know what you have to offer. Let us find the perfect spot for you. | April 7, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Colorado Welcome Center | Heather or Myrne at 491-3583, or at welcomecenter@ftcollins.com | Volunteers needed to be travel counslers at the Welcome Center at I-25 and Prospect Rd. We are looking for long term volunteers who are interested in helping visitors from around the world learn more about Fort Collins and Colorado. Friendly, Customer Service oriented volunteers with an interest in travel, history, or recreation are needed for weekday and weekend shifts. Training starts in April, so sign up now! | February 21, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Small Business Development Center | Mary or Carolyn 498-9295 |
Seeking a volunteer to do various typs of work, including data entry, filing, answering standard emails and possible phones. | December 4, 2002 |
| Larimer County | Directors of Volunteers in Agencies (DOVIA) | Linda, 495-0923 ext. 5 or www.fortnet.org/dovia | DOVIA is a professional development organization of Volunteer Program managers. We hold our monthly meetings every 4rth Thursday from 10:30 to 12 pm. | December 18, 2002 |
| Larimer County | Joint Action in Community Service | 1-800-852-8988 or www.jacsmentors.org | Seeking volunteers to serve as mentors for young adults first entering the workforce. | November 7, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | The Coffe Cup Companion | Dennis, 407-9219 or 227-1344 | Volunteers needed for graphic design, distribution, advisory board, and other various duties. Anyone 16 years and up welcome. | November 7, 2002 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Fort Collins | The Handyman Program of Volunteers of America | Guy, 218-0882 | The Handyman Program is looking for volunteers who have a background in construction to assist in building wheelchair ramps for the disabled residents of Larimer County. Also needed is a 5'X8' enclosed specialty trailer to aid in the storage and transportation of materials for this program. | November 20, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Golden Peaks Nursing Care and Rehabilitation | Maureen, 482-2525 | A variety of volunteer opportunities are available to make a difference in seniors' lives. Volunteers are needed to lead worship services on alternating Sunday mornings, be a friendly visitor (read, play games, help write letters, and more!), lead a men's or women's group, bring in children for intergenerational activities, entertain residents with your talents, garden with residents, assist with Wenesday afternoon outings or Monday afternoon ice cream socials, or assist with newsletters, phone calls and mailings. | August 21, 2003 |
| Fort Collins & Greeley | Alzheimer's Association | Ann Noble, 225-2136 | Volunteer artists are needed to lead a weekly art group with Alzheimer's patients. This is a 2-hour a week commitment. Sites are available in Fort Collins and Greeley. | January 27, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Senior Alternatives in Transportation (SAINT) | Louis, 223-8604 | Seeking volunteers to help provide transportation for seniors 60 and older and to persons with disabilities. Volunteers drive when convenient, receive liability protection and recieve 30 cents a mile. Anyone with a valid driver's licencse, a clean driving record, and up-to-date insurance can be a SAINT volunteer | December 12, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Volunteers of America Retired and Senior | Stephanie, 472-9630 | Seeking senior volunteers age 55 and over for varius programs. If you enjoy fixing things around the house, then our Handyman Programs needs to you for jobs such as, installing grab bars or hand rails in the homes of senior citizens. We also need dedicated people to join a team of volunteers who assemble bulk mailing for nonprofits. | November 7, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Friends of the Senior Center | Barbara, 224-6026 or Pat, 224-6033 | Volunteers needed to help with special events such as birthday parties, dinners, and tournaments. Decorating, food prep, set up and clean-up are some of the opportunities. | November 21, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Elderhaus | Pam, 221-0406 | Seeking volunteers to help wash windows, wash and clean inside of vans, and clean and organize rooms. Also seeking volunteers who would like to provide entertainment or visit with program participants. Elderhaus is an adult day program for senior citizens who need therapeutic help, social activities, or seek an alternative to nursing home placement. | November 7, 2002 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Larimer County | Victims Unit at the Probation Department | Beth Ayasse, 498-5809 | Volunteers for the Victims Unit at Probation would offer assistance to individuals who have been victimized by offenders. Volunteer advocates could help victims communicate their concerns to the court so it can determine sentencing for the offender. Additionally, volunteers could assist victims or survivors of crime in obtaining information about an offender. Sometimes these offenders have been granted Probation by the court and are supervised in our community by a Probation Officer. | September 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Crossroads Safehouse | Sarah Brown 482-3535 | Seeking volunteers for DART/K-DART, Domestic Violence
Response Team. The DART team provide crisis advocacy for victims of
domestic violence. Other Volunteer opportunities include: Legal Advocate--Volunteers to attend Bond Hearings to support victims of domestic violence. Time commitment is once a week. Hearings begin at 1:30 and vary in length. Children's Volunteer--Assist Children's Advocates in facilitating children's group. Groups are held three nights a week for an hour. Time commitment is once a week. Crosstrails--This is a foster care program for the pets of the women who stay at the shelter. Volunteers are needed to be foster families for pets, and to help transport pets from the shelter to foster homes. Administrative--Assist with the running of the office. General clerical duties, answeing phones, filing, copying, etc. Time commitment is 3 hours per week. Facilities and Donations Volunteer--Assist facilities manager with picking up, sorting, and stocking donations. |
November 18, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Sexual Assault Victims Advocate | Amy Reczek, 472-4204 or www.fortnet.org/sava | Volunteers needed to join them in providing service to victims, friends, and families. Volunteers will help cover the hotline, and assist with prevention and education efforts. Please call for more information. Bi-lingual skills, including American Sign Language, are especially needed. | November 7, 2002 |
| Loveland | Alternatives to Violence | April Stutters, 669-5150 | Seeking volunteer board members with an interest in social change in working with victims of crimes. Also seeking volunteer Crisis Advocates to directly assist victims of crime. Call for more information. | November 7, 2002 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Larimer County | Project Self-Sufficiency | Diana, 667-3232 X30 or diana@ps-s.org | Project Self Sufficiency needs volunteers! Two or more people skilled in cabinet work, electrical, and plumbing are needed to hook up seven or more dishwashers in apartments occupied by single parent families enrolled in Project Self Sufficiency. The location is the Willow Place Apartments on Monroe in Loveland. Existing cabinets need to be cut, and front loading machines installed. Volunteers must be willing to meet once in advance with representatives of the maintenance department for the Housing Authority. | October 1, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Lydia Dody Breast Cancer Foundation | 225-6200 | Many volunteer opportunities are available with the Lydia Dody Breast Cancer Foundation. Event volunteers are needed to help with Hope Lives!, the Foundation's largest fundraiser. The event is October 11, however volunteers are needed to help with the silent auction and fashion show beginning in June. On-call volunteers are needed to provide office support, data entry, running errands, preparing mailings, and answering requests for information over the phone or by email. A Volunteer Coordinator who can commit to a few days a month on a regular basis to help manage the Foundation's corps of volunteers is also needed. Or you could be a part of the Outreach Corps to ensure that women who may need the Foundation's help know about their programs and services. | June 5, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Crossroads Safehouse | Sarah or Shannon 482-3535 | Crossroads Safehouse is seeking volunteers for the DART/K-DART (Domestic Abuse Response Team) Program. The DART team provides immediate crisis advocacy for victims of domestic violence. Training for this program is June 2, 9, 12, and 14. | May 9, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Life and Liberty for Women | Peggy Loonan, 416-6872 | Life and Liberty for Women, an abortion rights organization, is seeking a volunteer office assistant to help with filing and bookkeeping once a week. Call for more information. | January 23, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Bright Beginnings of Larimer County | Susan Krcmarik, 495-8875 or www.fortnet.org/brightb | Bright Beginnings serves over 800 families with babies in Larimer County by providing them with a free "Warm Welcome" visit. Warm Welcome visit time is used to share professional, non-proprietary information about growth and development, learning games, guidance, childcare, health and safety, and the many opportunities and resources available in the community. All visits are requested by the families and volunteers arrange their visits to fit their schedule. Our program has no income requirements and we believe "Every Child Deserves a Warm Welcome." | January 21, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Healthy Beginnings Prenatal Program | Denise, 667-6241 | Volunteers are needed for Healthy Beginnings Prenatal Program for uninsured and underinsured women and families. Volunteers are matched with a mother throughout her pregnancy to offer support, information, and resources. Call for more information. | January 31, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Sexual Assault Victims Advocate | Amy Reczek, 472-4204 or www.fortnet.org/sava | Volunteers needed to join them in providing service to victims, friends, and families. Volunteers will help cover the hotline, and assist with prevention and education efforts. Please call for more information. Bi-lingual skills, including American Sign Language, are especially needed. | November 7, 2002 |
| Loveland | Alternatives to Violence | April Stutters, 669-5150 | Seeking volunteer board members with an interest in social change in working with victims of crimes. Also seeking volunteer Crisis Advocates to directly assist victims of crime. Call for more information. | November 7, 2002 |
| Loveland | Birthright | 663-2671 | Volunteers needed who have the desire to help women through difficult situations. Volunteers needed for board members, counseling, clothing sorting, and assembling layettes. | November 7, 2002 |
| City | Agency | Contact | Description of Volunteer Opportunity | Date Posted |
| Fort Collins | The Family Center/La Familia | Stephane', 221-1615 | Volunteers are needed to help with Youth/Teen Connections AFter-School Tutoring Program and the Spanish Playgroup. The After-School Program is a safe place for students to get homework assistance and to hang out. The program meets from 3:30pm to 5pm, Monday through Thursday, and volunteers are asked to commit to one day a week. The Spanish Playgroup is held on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 10am to 12pm for Spanish speaking parents and children. Spanish speaking volunteers are needed to help with children's activities, and are asked to commit to the group for an entire school semester. A brief orientation is required for volunteers. | February 1, 2004 |
| Fort Collins | Kids Matter Project | www.youthnoise.com | Kids Matter, a local initiative started by a Fort Collins high school student, invites volunteers to help raise money by going on-line! The YouthNoise web-site will give Kids Matter $1000 for every 100,000 clicks they get! All you have to do is go to www.youthnoise.com and click on the “just one click” icon on the left hand side of the page. Kids Matter gives bags with toys, hygiene items, books, and blankets to kids who are homeless. | January 15, 2004 |
| Larimer County | Volunteers of America | Nancy, 472-9630 or Stephanie, (303)297-0408 | Volunteers who are 60+ and live on a fixed income are invited to participate in the Foster Grandparent Program. Foster Grandparents spend 20 hours a week tutoring children in their classrooms and receive a non-taxable stipend in return. Dedicated seniors with a passion for helping children are needed to join the team serving in schools and day care centers in Loveland and Fort Collins. | December 19, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Spellbinders | 482-4616 | Spellbinders needs volunteers to tell stories in Poudre School District classrooms and other location. Ongoing training and mentoring are provided. | November 20, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Week of Hope | Kari, 292-4456 | Nearly 400 Christian youth from across the country are coming to bring hope to needy residents in Larimer County. Through Loveland-based Group Workcamps, they will offer assistance to human service agencies in the area. You can help these young servants maximize their impact during this incredible week of service by bringing treats for the kids while they are serving, help verify driving directions, write project descriptions, set-up for the big celebration, and many other things. | November 20, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Junior Achievement | Annette, 490-1035 or ncinfo@jacolorado.org | Junior Achievement is a program to educate and inspire young people to value free enterprise, business and economics to improve the quality of their lives. Volunteers are needed to teah fun, interactive lessons about business and free enterprise in classrooms. Visits can be scheduled to work best for the volunteers, all materials and training are provided, and volunteers can select the grade level of students they prefer to work with. | November 20, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Girl Scouts Mountain Prarie Council | 493-1844 or 1-888-801-1269 | Girl Scouts--Mountain Prarie Council has many opportunities for women and men, depending on your interests and available time. Work directly with girls in troops, day camps or outreach programs; serve on the board or a committee; train other volunteers; assist with the cookie sale or fundraising; help in the office. Training and support provided. | November 20, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Partners of Larimer County | 484-7123 or 613-2187 | Looking for a fun way to make a difference in the life of a youth? Partners mentoring is in search of volunteers for its mentoring program. You can become involved in the life of a young adult and share your favorite hobby at the same time. The more you get involved in the lives of youth, the greater the impact you have on their academic success, self-esteem, and positive future orientation. | September 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Partners of Larimer County | Anna, 484-7123 | Partners is in need of bi-lingual volunteers to be mentors in the program, as well as to assist the staff of Parnters during in-take interviews with Spanish-speaking youth and their families. | September 2, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Chidren and Seniors Together (CAST) | Volunteers of America/RSVP, 472-9630 | Do you like children? Are you age 55+? Children and Seniors Together (CAST) needs you! Start making an impact on the life of a child who needs a little extra help in school. Volunteers help in the classroom with reading, math, homework, and even telling stories to young ones. If you love being with kids, this is the place for you! | September 2, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | The CENTER for Community Justice Partnerships | Laurie Klith, 495-0084 | The CENTER, a very busy non-profit agency, is seeking volunteers to assist in answering multiple phone lines, fiing and general office duties. The ideal volunteer would have excellent communication skills and enjoy working with youth and families. The CENTER is also looking for volunteers to help with data entry, designing of forms, and light bookkeeping. Volunteers must be knowledgeable in computers and Microsoft Office software. | August 13, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | The CENTER for Community Justice Partnerships | Laurie Klith, 495-0084 | The CENTER, an agency serving at-risk youth and their families is seeking mental health therapists and drug alcohol certified counselors who would be interested in performing some pro-bono work at the center. | August 13, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Larimer County Department of Human Services | Laura Sartor, 498-6368 | The Larimer County Department of Human Services is eager to provide an opportunity for various age groups to volunteer! Gain new skills and work experience while strengthening programs and services in our community. Volunteers are needed for any amount of time that they desire to participate. Volunteer duties may include answering phones, filing, mailings, distributing mail, greeting people, data collection and entry, assembling packets, and computer work. | August 13, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | TEAM Fort Collins | 224-9931 | TEAM Fort Collins, a non-profit organization dedicated to drug and alcohol abuse prevention, is looking for a volunteer to help 10 hours per month with web site maintenance. Responsibilities include updating the web site and performing other maintenance as needed. | April 23, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) | Linn, 498-6181 | Larimer County's abused and neglected children need your voice! Get involved as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). As a trained advocate, the CASA's goal is to be the "eyes and ears" of the Judge and to represent the best interests of children within our court system. Volunteers must be 21 years of age or older and have 10-15 hours per month to give to a child in need. | April 23, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Harmony House | Erica, 223-5966 | Harmony House is in great need of volunteers to supervise visits for our children. Harmony House is a visitation center that provides a neutral, homelike setting for monitored visits between children and their parents. Harmony House has locations in both Fort Collins and Loveland. These children may be in foster care or may be "caught in the middle" of their parents' divorce proceedings. Volunteers are provided training and lots of support and are asked to supervise a two-hour family visit. Harmony House is open seven days a week, and especially needs help on weekends and evenings. | April 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Beaucaire Youth Services | Lynette McClain or Brian Stahl, 224-2083 | Beaucaire Youth Services provides supervision, treatment and tracking services to youth between the ages of 15 and 21. Adult volunteers are needed to provide a variety of direct services to youth. Beaucaire will insure, train, and manage capable volunteers to take youth job hunting, to help clients apply for community assistance such as food stamps, housing, Medicaid, and other assistance, to track, tutor and mentor. Mentoring would include taking individual clients to job seeking activities, to transport and supervise attendance at AA and NA, to take clients on recreational outings. Volunteers must be 21 years of age. First Aid and CPR is required if volunteers are willing to take clients off campus. Beaucaire will pay for First Aid training and will supply first aid kits and fire extinguishers, which are required in vehicles transporting youth. Volunteers and their cars will be covered by Beaucaire's liability insurance. | April 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Discovery Science Center | Carol Hopkins, 377-3048 | Teacher Assistants are needed to help in class and project work. Ideal for those who enjoy working directly with children. | April 23, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Avery House Guild | Joann Thomas, 482-7125 | The Avery House Guild is seeking volunteers to assist with school tours at the Avery House. Each year most second grade classes visit Avery House when they study Fort Collins history. April and May are the busiest months for school tours. Prior knowledge of Fort Collins history is not required. | April 7, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Springfield Court Apartments Affordable Housing Community | Jana McDowell, 204-9618 | Volunteers are needed on Thursday afternoons from 3:00pm to 5:30pm to work with youth ages 6-17. Many opportunities available including tutoring in math, English, and computer skills. | March 26, 2003 |
| Fort Collins | Early Childhood Center at CSU | Lynn Stutheit or Linda Carlson, 491-7082 or 491-7392 | Muffin Men and Women Wanted! The Early Childhood Center, a non-profit preschool at CSU, is looking for volunteers to help make muffins and other nutritious snacks for the children enrolled. This is a fun position that will allow for interation with great children, staff, and CSU students. Hours available are 8:30-10:30am and 2:30-4:30pm. | February 26, 2003 |
| Loveland | Loveland Youth Gardeners | Joanna Rago, 667-7903 | Volunteer opportunities available with the Board of Directors, and in Fundraising and Event Planning. The mission of Loveland Youth Gardeners is to teach young people job skills through education and orgnic gardening stewardship practices, to offer service to the community and to provide leadership opportunities. The Summer Youth Gardening Program is for teenagers who are at-risk or have special needs. Leaf Out is a year-round program which offers intergenerational horticultural therapy. | February 21, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Larimer County Department of Human Services | Pam Swerer, 498-6581 or www.larimer.org/hunamservicesw/volunteer | Volunteers needed to mentor at-risk youth ages 5-20 in one-on-one match, family, or group mentoring situations. Also looking for volunteers to do data entry for Volunteer Program, and to provide transportation for on-going appointments for youth or on-call to provide one ride at a time. Training and on-going supervision will be given to all volunteers. Background checks will be provided and volunteers must have car insurance and a good driving record. | January 21, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Big City Mountaineers | www.bigcitymountaineers.org or mgodley21@attbi.com | Big City Mountaineers, a non-profit organization, is in need of adults with strong backcountry hiking skills to volunteer as leaders for weeklong backpacking trips in the Western U.S. with economically disadvantaged youth during Summer 2003. We are expanding our youth program for 2003 and need your help! | January 6, 2003 |
| Larimer County | Strengthening Latino Families | Maria Elena Thomas 494-4241 |
Parents who can speak Spanish are needed to deliver a parenting skills class called Strengthening Latino Families. Classes are taught in a group and also individually to Spanish speaking families. Training and support is provided free. Volunteers must be fluent in Spanish, and be parents. | December 4, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | Student Community Involvement Team | Morgan or Abby,495-0923 | Junior High and High School students needed to join S.C.I.T. Come make a diiference in your community, make your voice heard, and meet new friends | December 18, 2002 |
| Larimer County | Children and Seniors Together, CAST | Volunteers of America, 472-9630 | Seeking volunteers to tutor children in their schools in Fort Collins and Loveland. Help a child to read, tutor a teen in math, or help a teacher with their class. | November 7, 2002 |
| Loveland and Fort Collins | Lutheran Family Services | Amy, 266-1788 ext.124 | Volunteers are needed to tutor youth, act as mentors for children in foster care, help with children's programs, provide respite care for foster families, and assist with office/clerical tasks. Training is provided and background checks are run. The next training begins on December 5. The services and curriculum are not faith-based. | November 7, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | TEAM Fort Collins | 224-9931 | Seeking volunteer administrative assistants to help file and data entry. Also looking for volunteer program assitants and volunteers to help out at community events and Splash dances. | November 7, 2002 |
| Fort Collins | The Family Center | Amy, 221-1615 | After School Program is seeking volunteers to work with children from 3 to 5 pm Monday through Thursday. the program allows for quality time for enrichment activities and homework assistance. Due to the age of the children, adults only may apply. | November 7, 2002 |
| Fort Collins and Loveland | Harmony House | Laura, 223-5966 | Needs volunteers to supervise family court-ordered visits throughout the year in Fort Collins and Loveland. 2-hr shifts, any day of the week; weekends and evenings needed most. Training and support provided. | November 7, 2002 |
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