Volunteer: HopeCycle Service Adventure - One bike can change a life.Join Colorado Young Leaders at HopeCycle as we help transform donated bicycles into vehicles of hope for children and families across Colorado. You'll work alongside HopeCycle's team cleaning, repairing, organizing, and preparing bikes that will provide transportation, freedom, and new opportunities for people in need. No experience is necessary—just a willingness to serve, learn, and get your hands a little dirty. Every bike prepared is another opportunity for someone to get to school, ride to work, or experience the joy of owning a bike. Adventure Includes: Program Partner: - Colorado Young Leaders - Join Colorado Young Leaders at HopeCycle as we help transform donated bicycles into vehicles of hope for children and families across Colorado. You'll work alongside HopeCycle's team cleaning, repairing, organizing, and preparing bikes that will provide transportation, freedom, and new opportunities for people in need. No experience is necessary—just a willingness to serve, learn, and get your hands a little dirty. Every bike prepared is another opportunity for someone to get to school, ride to work, or experience the joy of owning a bike. Adventure Includes: Program Partner: - Colorado Young Leaders - Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 15, 2026 Zip Code: 80110 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Serve & Fish at Staunton State ParkCYL Service Adventure Serve & Fish at Staunton State Park Join Colorado Young Leaders for a day of service, adventure, and fishing fun at Staunton State Park! Volunteers will spend the morning helping care for Colorado’s beautiful trails through hands-on maintenance and outdoor stewardship projects while enjoying time outside with other Young Leaders and families. After the project we will head to the Davis Ponds for some fishing. All fishing supplies provided. This is a great opportunity to serve alongside friends, family, and community members while experiencing one of Colorado’s most beautiful outdoor spaces. When: Sunday, August 16, 2026 Service Project: 9:00 am–1:00 pm Location: Staunton State Park, meet at Visitor Center What We’ll Do: Volunteers will work together on outdoor stewardship and trail improvement projects throughout the park. Projects may include: Trail maintenance and cleanup Outdoor stewardship projects Assisting with park beautification and upkeep Supporting Colorado State Park trail effortsWhat to Bring: Comfortable clothes appropriate for outdoor work Closed-toe shoes Water bottle Sunscreen Lunch**Fishing gear will be provided by Staunton State Park rangers.** Optional Adventure Activity: After the service project, participants are invited to stay and enjoy fishing at the park ponds together. Whether you are an experienced angler or trying fishing for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate. Come enjoy a day filled with service, laughter, fresh mountain air, and community connection in the outdoors. Program Partner: - Colorado Young Leaders - CYL Service Adventure Serve & Fish at Staunton State Park Join Colorado Young Leaders for a day of service, adventure, and fishing fun at Staunton State Park! Volunteers will spend the morning helping care for Colorado’s beautiful trails through hands-on maintenance and outdoor stewardship projects while enjoying time outside with other Young Leaders and families. After the project we will head to the Davis Ponds for some fishing. All fishing supplies provided. This is a great opportunity to serve alongside friends, family, and community members while experiencing one of Colorado’s most beautiful outdoor spaces. When: Sunday, August 16, 2026 Service Project: 9:00 am–1:00 pm Location: Staunton State Park, meet at Visitor Center What We’ll Do: Volunteers will work together on outdoor stewardship and trail improvement projects throughout the park. Projects may include: Trail maintenance and cleanup Outdoor stewardship projects Assisting with park beautification and upkeep Supporting Colorado State Park trail effortsWhat to Bring: Comfortable clothes appropriate for outdoor work Closed-toe shoes Water bottle Sunscreen Lunch**Fishing gear will be provided by Staunton State Park rangers.** Optional Adventure Activity: After the service project, participants are invited to stay and enjoy fishing at the park ponds together. Whether you are an experienced angler or trying fishing for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate. Come enjoy a day filled with service, laughter, fresh mountain air, and community connection in the outdoors. Program Partner: - Colorado Young Leaders - Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 16, 2026 Zip Code: 80470 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: DUG Garden Work DayDenver Urban Gardens Work Day - This garden is located at Cole Neighborhood, on the corner of Layfette & 36th. When: Sunday, August 23| 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Get your hands dirty and make a difference in our community! Join Colorado Young Leaders for a morning of service with Denver Urban Gardens, an organization that helps create and sustain community gardens that provide fresh food, learning opportunities, and stronger neighborhoods across the Denver metro area. We'll spend the morning working alongside DUG lead volunteers on seasonal garden projects such as weeding, planting, harvesting, and general garden maintenance. No gardening experience is necessary—just come ready to learn, serve, and work as a team. After our work is complete, we'll celebrate a job well done by playing a recipe game. It's a great chance to connect with other young leaders and reflect on our impact. Come ready to serve, grow, and build community—one garden bed at a time! Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens Denver Urban Gardens Work Day - This garden is located at Cole Neighborhood, on the corner of Layfette & 36th. When: Sunday, August 23| 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Get your hands dirty and make a difference in our community! Join Colorado Young Leaders for a morning of service with Denver Urban Gardens, an organization that helps create and sustain community gardens that provide fresh food, learning opportunities, and stronger neighborhoods across the Denver metro area. We'll spend the morning working alongside DUG lead volunteers on seasonal garden projects such as weeding, planting, harvesting, and general garden maintenance. No gardening experience is necessary—just come ready to learn, serve, and work as a team. After our work is complete, we'll celebrate a job well done by playing a recipe game. It's a great chance to connect with other young leaders and reflect on our impact. Come ready to serve, grow, and build community—one garden bed at a time! Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 23, 2026 Zip Code: 80207 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Give 5: Denver Days Back to School FestLet’s show up for Denver’s school aged kids together! We need YOUR help making this year’s Denver Days Back-to-School Fest a success! This is your chance to give back to Denver students and families as they gear up for a new school year. You can learn more about this service project and our partnership with the City of Denver here. Program Partner: City and County of Denver - Give 5 Mile High Let’s show up for Denver’s school aged kids together! We need YOUR help making this year’s Denver Days Back-to-School Fest a success! This is your chance to give back to Denver students and families as they gear up for a new school year. You can learn more about this service project and our partnership with the City of Denver here. Program Partner: City and County of Denver - Give 5 Mile High Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 8, 2026 Zip Code: 80219 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: ANNUAL DECALIBRON 14er HIKEColorado Young Leaders invites students and families to join us on September 13, 2026, for one of CYL’s most meaningful and memorable traditions—the annual Decalibron 14er Adventure near Alma, Colorado. Participants will meet at the trailhead at 7:00 a.m. for a full day of challenge, encouragement, mountain views, and community as we take on Colorado’s famous Decalibron Loop together. The Decalibron is more than just a hike for CYL—it’s a symbol of the leadership journey. Just like life, the trail includes steep climbs, moments of doubt, breakthrough victories, and the support of people around you helping every step of the way. Over the years, this experience has become a powerful tradition within Colorado Young Leaders, encouraging students to step outside their comfort zones, discover resilience, and realize they are capable of more than they imagined. Whether students choose to summit one peak or challenge themselves to complete the full Decalibron route, this adventure is about personal growth, teamwork, and celebrating the journey together. Along the trail, participants will experience breathtaking alpine scenery, meaningful conversations, shared encouragement, and unforgettable memories with fellow young leaders and families. No prior 14er experience is required—just a willingness to try something hard, support others, and embrace the adventure. Colorado Young Leaders staff and volunteers will help create a supportive environment where everyone can challenge themselves at their own pace and define what success looks like for them. Because sometimes the biggest growth happens one step at a time. Let's climb together. Program Partner: - Colorado Young Leaders - Colorado Young Leaders invites students and families to join us on September 13, 2026, for one of CYL’s most meaningful and memorable traditions—the annual Decalibron 14er Adventure near Alma, Colorado. Participants will meet at the trailhead at 7:00 a.m. for a full day of challenge, encouragement, mountain views, and community as we take on Colorado’s famous Decalibron Loop together. The Decalibron is more than just a hike for CYL—it’s a symbol of the leadership journey. Just like life, the trail includes steep climbs, moments of doubt, breakthrough victories, and the support of people around you helping every step of the way. Over the years, this experience has become a powerful tradition within Colorado Young Leaders, encouraging students to step outside their comfort zones, discover resilience, and realize they are capable of more than they imagined. Whether students choose to summit one peak or challenge themselves to complete the full Decalibron route, this adventure is about personal growth, teamwork, and celebrating the journey together. Along the trail, participants will experience breathtaking alpine scenery, meaningful conversations, shared encouragement, and unforgettable memories with fellow young leaders and families. No prior 14er experience is required—just a willingness to try something hard, support others, and embrace the adventure. Colorado Young Leaders staff and volunteers will help create a supportive environment where everyone can challenge themselves at their own pace and define what success looks like for them. Because sometimes the biggest growth happens one step at a time. Let's climb together. Program Partner: - Colorado Young Leaders - Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 13, 2026 Zip Code: 80420 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Kids Adventure Games Volunteer TeamCYL Service Adventure Kids Adventure Games – Vail Join Colorado Young Leaders for an exciting multi-day service adventure in Vail supporting the Kids Adventure Games and Vail Recreation District! Volunteers will help mentor young participants and support adventure race activities throughout the weekend while creating an encouraging and energetic environment for kids taking on outdoor challenges. From cheering racers on to assisting with event logistics and team support, this is an incredible opportunity to serve while being part of one of Colorado’s most exciting outdoor events. When: August 6–9, 2026 Location: Vail, Colorado What We’ll Do: Volunteers will work alongside event staff and community members to help support Kids Adventure Games participants throughout the weekend. Volunteer opportunities may include: Mentoring and encouraging young racers Assisting with event logistics and setup Supporting race activities and team coordination Cheering on participants throughout the course Helping create a positive and welcoming event environment This experience is perfect for students who enjoy leadership, adventure, teamwork, and working with younger kids in an active outdoor setting.What to Bring: Comfortable outdoor clothing Closed-toe shoes Water bottle Sunscreen Snacks and meals as needed Overnight gear if staying for the weekend Additional volunteer and packing information will be shared before the event.Optional Adventure Activity: Volunteers and families are invited to continue the adventure and community throughout the weekend with optional overnight accommodations hosted by Vail Interfaith Chapel. Whether you participate for one shift or multiple days, this service adventure is a great opportunity to build friendships, give back, and experience the mountains in a meaningful way. Program Partner: - Colorado Young Leaders - CYL Service Adventure Kids Adventure Games – Vail Join Colorado Young Leaders for an exciting multi-day service adventure in Vail supporting the Kids Adventure Games and Vail Recreation District! Volunteers will help mentor young participants and support adventure race activities throughout the weekend while creating an encouraging and energetic environment for kids taking on outdoor challenges. From cheering racers on to assisting with event logistics and team support, this is an incredible opportunity to serve while being part of one of Colorado’s most exciting outdoor events. When: August 6–9, 2026 Location: Vail, Colorado What We’ll Do: Volunteers will work alongside event staff and community members to help support Kids Adventure Games participants throughout the weekend. Volunteer opportunities may include: Mentoring and encouraging young racers Assisting with event logistics and setup Supporting race activities and team coordination Cheering on participants throughout the course Helping create a positive and welcoming event environment This experience is perfect for students who enjoy leadership, adventure, teamwork, and working with younger kids in an active outdoor setting.What to Bring: Comfortable outdoor clothing Closed-toe shoes Water bottle Sunscreen Snacks and meals as needed Overnight gear if staying for the weekend Additional volunteer and packing information will be shared before the event.Optional Adventure Activity: Volunteers and families are invited to continue the adventure and community throughout the weekend with optional overnight accommodations hosted by Vail Interfaith Chapel. Whether you participate for one shift or multiple days, this service adventure is a great opportunity to build friendships, give back, and experience the mountains in a meaningful way. Program Partner: - Colorado Young Leaders - Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 6, 2026 Zip Code: 81657 Allow Groups: No |