Service Opportunities From: Colorado Young Leaders

Volunteer: Denver Urban Gardens: Wild Sage Community Garden - 2nd Saturday Workday


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Denver Urban Gardens: Wild Sage Community Garden

Join us at Wild Sage Community Garden for our monthly 2nd Saturday workday. 

Although each workday will be different, you can expect the following:

- Weeding

- Light hauling, loading, moving

- Community

Please wear closed toe shoes and sun protection. Bring snacks and water as needed!


REGISTER HERE!

Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Denver Urban Gardens: Wild Sage Community Garden

Join us at Wild Sage Community Garden for our monthly 2nd Saturday workday. 

Although each workday will be different, you can expect the following:

- Weeding

- Light hauling, loading, moving

- Community

Please wear closed toe shoes and sun protection. Bring snacks and water as needed!


REGISTER HERE!

Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 80231

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Denver Urban Gardens: 2nd Saturday at Nome Park Community Garden


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Denver Urban Gardens: 2nd Saturday at Nome Park Community Garden


Join us for our monthly General Garden Care Workday, where many small tasks come together to keep the garden healthy, organized, and welcoming for everyone.

This is a hands-on, flexible workday with a variety of chores that support the entire garden. Volunteers can jump in where they feel most comfortable and switch tasks as needed.

Typical tasks may include:

- Weeding and tidying common areas

- Pathway maintenance

- Compost management

- Tool and shed organization

- Light infrastructure upkeep

- Seasonal garden tasks as needed

No special skills are required—just a willingness to help and work as a team. This is a great opportunity for new members to learn how the garden functions and for returning members to contribute to shared care.

What to bring: work gloves, water, closed-toe shoes

Good to know: bending, kneeling, and light lifting involved

Service hours: counts toward monthly community service requirements

Help us keep Nome Park Community Garden thriving—one shared workday at a time.


REGISTER HERE!

Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Denver Urban Gardens: 2nd Saturday at Nome Park Community Garden


Join us for our monthly General Garden Care Workday, where many small tasks come together to keep the garden healthy, organized, and welcoming for everyone.

This is a hands-on, flexible workday with a variety of chores that support the entire garden. Volunteers can jump in where they feel most comfortable and switch tasks as needed.

Typical tasks may include:

- Weeding and tidying common areas

- Pathway maintenance

- Compost management

- Tool and shed organization

- Light infrastructure upkeep

- Seasonal garden tasks as needed

No special skills are required—just a willingness to help and work as a team. This is a great opportunity for new members to learn how the garden functions and for returning members to contribute to shared care.

What to bring: work gloves, water, closed-toe shoes

Good to know: bending, kneeling, and light lifting involved

Service hours: counts toward monthly community service requirements

Help us keep Nome Park Community Garden thriving—one shared workday at a time.


REGISTER HERE!

Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 80010

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Denver Urban Gardens: Prepping Garden for Grand Opening


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Denver Urban Gardens: Prepare the Garden for Growing Season!


Join DUG staff in completing final touches necessary to open one of DUG's newest gardens for its first growing season!


SIGN UP HERE!


Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Denver Urban Gardens: Prepare the Garden for Growing Season!


Join DUG staff in completing final touches necessary to open one of DUG's newest gardens for its first growing season!


SIGN UP HERE!


Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 8, 2026

Zip Code: 80219

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Denver Urban Gardens: Shed Clean-Up & Tool Organization Day


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Denver Urban Gardens: Shed Clean-Up & Tool Organization Day

Help us reset the garden shed for the season!

This workday focuses on organizing, cleaning, and assessing the tools and materials that support our community garden.

Activities will include:

- Organizing the shed and creating clear storage areas

- Cleaning and maintaining hand tools

- Assessing tools and equipment for keep, donate, or discard

- Sorting and organizing trellis materials and hardware

- Cleaning and tidying the area around the shed

- This project helps make the garden safer, more efficient, and easier for everyone to use throughout the season.

- No special skills are required—just a willingness to sort, clean, and problem-solve as a team.

What to bring: work gloves, water, and closed-toe shoes

Good to know: light lifting, bending, and standing involved

There are no restrooms or running water on site.


REGISTER HERE!


Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Denver Urban Gardens: Shed Clean-Up & Tool Organization Day

Help us reset the garden shed for the season!

This workday focuses on organizing, cleaning, and assessing the tools and materials that support our community garden.

Activities will include:

- Organizing the shed and creating clear storage areas

- Cleaning and maintaining hand tools

- Assessing tools and equipment for keep, donate, or discard

- Sorting and organizing trellis materials and hardware

- Cleaning and tidying the area around the shed

- This project helps make the garden safer, more efficient, and easier for everyone to use throughout the season.

- No special skills are required—just a willingness to sort, clean, and problem-solve as a team.

What to bring: work gloves, water, and closed-toe shoes

Good to know: light lifting, bending, and standing involved

There are no restrooms or running water on site.


REGISTER HERE!


Program Partner: Denver Urban Gardens

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Mar 29, 2026

Zip Code: 80010

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Downtown Denver Islamic Center: Volunteer at Food Distributions this February!


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with the Downtown Denver Islamic Center: Food Relief Event!


We have TWO upcoming Food Relief events in February and can use your help. We rely on people like you to help us setup, sort, pack and deliver food to the people of Denver and surrounding areas.

As a volunteer, you are more than just a helper. You are a bridge builder, connector, neighbor, changemaker and nourisher.


SIGN UP HERE FOR FEB 14 


SIGN UP HERE FOR FEB 28


Different slots are available for different roles -- setup, pack food or hand out food! 

Program Partner: CYL's Nonprofit Partnership Network


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with the Downtown Denver Islamic Center: Food Relief Event!


We have TWO upcoming Food Relief events in February and can use your help. We rely on people like you to help us setup, sort, pack and deliver food to the people of Denver and surrounding areas.

As a volunteer, you are more than just a helper. You are a bridge builder, connector, neighbor, changemaker and nourisher.


SIGN UP HERE FOR FEB 14 


SIGN UP HERE FOR FEB 28


Different slots are available for different roles -- setup, pack food or hand out food! 

Program Partner: CYL's Nonprofit Partnership Network

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 80222

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Mile High United Way Family Impact Project: United for a Cause Connection!


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Mile High United Way's Family Impact Project: United for a Cause Connection!


Join us for the Family Impact Project United for a Cause Connection!

Bring your family together to explore a community topic through hands-on volunteer activities and meaningful conversation. Designed for all ages, this experience creates opportunities to learn, connect, and further philanthropic journeys through action.

At this event, we'll assemble blankets and cold-weather kits to help people experiencing homelessness stay warm during the colder months. If you want to contribute to our blanket materials, purchase an item from our wish list!

Food and beverages will be provided.

Agenda: 5:15 p.m. - Check-in Opens

5:30 p.m. - Food, Program, & Volunteer Activities

7:20 p.m. - Closing Spots are limited, RSVP today! 

We look forward to seeing you there.

Volunteers MUST complete a waiver. Find it here! 

Bring a signed copy to the event or email FamilyImpactProject@unitedwaydenver.org.


REGISTER HERE TO VOLUNTEER

Program Partner: CYL's Nonprofit Partnership Network


* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Mile High United Way's Family Impact Project: United for a Cause Connection!


Join us for the Family Impact Project United for a Cause Connection!

Bring your family together to explore a community topic through hands-on volunteer activities and meaningful conversation. Designed for all ages, this experience creates opportunities to learn, connect, and further philanthropic journeys through action.

At this event, we'll assemble blankets and cold-weather kits to help people experiencing homelessness stay warm during the colder months. If you want to contribute to our blanket materials, purchase an item from our wish list!

Food and beverages will be provided.

Agenda: 5:15 p.m. - Check-in Opens

5:30 p.m. - Food, Program, & Volunteer Activities

7:20 p.m. - Closing Spots are limited, RSVP today! 

We look forward to seeing you there.

Volunteers MUST complete a waiver. Find it here! 

Bring a signed copy to the event or email FamilyImpactProject@unitedwaydenver.org.


REGISTER HERE TO VOLUNTEER

Program Partner: CYL's Nonprofit Partnership Network

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Feb 26, 2026

Zip Code: 80205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Serve at Art, Science and Multicultural Family Nights


* Independent Opportunity* 


Volunteer with Community Resources Inc: Serve at Elementary School Art, Science and Multicultural Family Nights


SIGN UP FOR SHIFTS HERE! 

About the Event: CRI creates Family Night events for elementary and middle schools to encourage and empower parents to engage in their child’s education. These fun, informative evenings create an opportunity for parents and children to learn together. Learning is a family affair! CRI collaborates with school leadership to select Family Nights that support the school’s efforts to meet their curricular and parent engagement objectives.

All Family Nights are held at local elementary or middle schools and run from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help with set-up (5:00), serving refreshments (5:30-6:00), and helping families rotate to the various learning stations (6:00-7:00).

Responsibilities of Volunteers at Family Nights

Reading — Volunteers read to small groups of children for thirty minutes while their parents meet with a reading professional. Complimentary books are provided for the students at the school.

Response to Literacy — Volunteers read to a group of families, stopping the story before the ending. Volunteers then have guests write or illustrate their own ending to the story and lead a sharing session. Stories/materials are provided for the volunteers.

Math/Games Night — Volunteers teach very simple math games to families. All materials and instructions are provided.

Art Night — Volunteers help with the distribution of art supplies and then assist the art instructor and families with their creations.

All Other Nights — Volunteers help families rotate to the various learning activities.

 

SIGN UP FOR SHIFTS HERE! 

Program Partner: Community Resources, Inc.


* Independent Opportunity* 


Volunteer with Community Resources Inc: Serve at Elementary School Art, Science and Multicultural Family Nights


SIGN UP FOR SHIFTS HERE! 

About the Event: CRI creates Family Night events for elementary and middle schools to encourage and empower parents to engage in their child’s education. These fun, informative evenings create an opportunity for parents and children to learn together. Learning is a family affair! CRI collaborates with school leadership to select Family Nights that support the school’s efforts to meet their curricular and parent engagement objectives.

All Family Nights are held at local elementary or middle schools and run from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help with set-up (5:00), serving refreshments (5:30-6:00), and helping families rotate to the various learning stations (6:00-7:00).

Responsibilities of Volunteers at Family Nights

Reading — Volunteers read to small groups of children for thirty minutes while their parents meet with a reading professional. Complimentary books are provided for the students at the school.

Response to Literacy — Volunteers read to a group of families, stopping the story before the ending. Volunteers then have guests write or illustrate their own ending to the story and lead a sharing session. Stories/materials are provided for the volunteers.

Math/Games Night — Volunteers teach very simple math games to families. All materials and instructions are provided.

Art Night — Volunteers help with the distribution of art supplies and then assist the art instructor and families with their creations.

All Other Nights — Volunteers help families rotate to the various learning activities.

 

SIGN UP FOR SHIFTS HERE! 

Program Partner: Community Resources, Inc.

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 80219

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Serve at Food Bank of the Rockies!

* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Food Bank of the Rockies: Greet Shoppers!

The Volunteer Greeter plays a key role in creating a welcoming and organized experience for all volunteers at Food Bank of the Rockies. As the first point of contact, the Greeter ensures a smooth start to each shift and fosters a positive, informed environment. 


Assist with volunteer check-in

Help guide volunteer flow

Answer questions from new and returning volunteers.


Good for:

Individuals volunteering on a recurring schedule

Individuals with lifting and standing limitations


How to sign up: 

1. Respond to this action on our site so you can come back and track your hours. 

2. Sign up HERE on the Food Bank of the Rockies website. This lets their staff know to expect you! 

2. Serve and have fun!

4. Come back and track your hours from this event.



Program Partner: Food Bank of the Rockies

* Independent Opportunity* Volunteer with Food Bank of the Rockies: Greet Shoppers!

The Volunteer Greeter plays a key role in creating a welcoming and organized experience for all volunteers at Food Bank of the Rockies. As the first point of contact, the Greeter ensures a smooth start to each shift and fosters a positive, informed environment. 


Assist with volunteer check-in

Help guide volunteer flow

Answer questions from new and returning volunteers.


Good for:

Individuals volunteering on a recurring schedule

Individuals with lifting and standing limitations


How to sign up: 

1. Respond to this action on our site so you can come back and track your hours. 

2. Sign up HERE on the Food Bank of the Rockies website. This lets their staff know to expect you! 

2. Serve and have fun!

4. Come back and track your hours from this event.



Program Partner: Food Bank of the Rockies

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 80011

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: "Dig Out Your Neighbor" in Arapahoe County

* Independent Opportunity* 


Dig Out Your Neighbor in Arapahoe County with Mile High United Way!

Shovel snow for a neighbor in need in Arapahoe County.  Volunteers are needed to help older adults with mobility challenges by shoveling driveways and walking paths.  Make a difference for someone in need in your community.  Snowy walkways and driveways create a safety hazard and can even be life-threatening.  This program will match you with an older adult in need, within walking or short driving distance from your home.  Your help will provide a genuinely needed service to your neighbor with the bonus of a free, feel-good work-out!! 

Volunteers will:  shovel within 24 hours of snowfall that is at least three inches; commit for the winter season and provide their own shovel or snowblower.  


SIGN UP HERE! 

Program Partner: CYL's Nonprofit Partnership Network

* Independent Opportunity* 


Dig Out Your Neighbor in Arapahoe County with Mile High United Way!

Shovel snow for a neighbor in need in Arapahoe County.  Volunteers are needed to help older adults with mobility challenges by shoveling driveways and walking paths.  Make a difference for someone in need in your community.  Snowy walkways and driveways create a safety hazard and can even be life-threatening.  This program will match you with an older adult in need, within walking or short driving distance from your home.  Your help will provide a genuinely needed service to your neighbor with the bonus of a free, feel-good work-out!! 

Volunteers will:  shovel within 24 hours of snowfall that is at least three inches; commit for the winter season and provide their own shovel or snowblower.  


SIGN UP HERE! 

Program Partner: CYL's Nonprofit Partnership Network

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Oct 1, 2025 through Apr 30, 2026

Zip Code: 80210

Allow Groups: No