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Volunteer Opportunties
High School Students, Families and Groups
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Douglas County Educational Foundation Community Support for Learning Excellence 801 South Perry Street Suite 100, Castle Rock Since 1990, the Douglas County Educational Foundation (DCEF) has been developing resources to enrich educational programs within Douglas County schools for the fulfillment of lifelong learning experiences for students, citizens and the Douglas County community. Our organization is comprised of volunteers whose commitment of time and resources has contributed $2 million to educational programs and projects!
The Foundation is looking for help with special fundraising events such as our Golf Tournament, the Apple Awards Dinner, Greg & Steve Children's Concerts and more! Clerical help with data entry, mailings and the newsletter is also needed. Students are welcome to volunteer for the Foundation.
Visit the DC School District website for specific opportunities.
Douglas County Libraries
303-688-7635 www.douglascountylibraries.org
Volunteers play an important role in the development and
growth of Douglas County Libraries. You help us achieve
our mission of providing resources for learning and leisure
to build communities and improve lives in Douglas County.
DCL wants your help and expertise for the following volunteer opportunities
• Books-by-Mail (this program is run entirely by volunteers) • Homebound delivery• Book start early literacy volunteers• Spellbinders• Senior facility readers• DC History Research Center (an urgent and ongoing need for this project)• Special events and celebrationsThere are many rewarding and fulfilling volunteer opportunities at all of our libraries in Douglas County.
Please visit our website or call our Volunteer Services Office at (303) 688-7635 for more information.
Douglas County School DistrictDCSD volunteers are invested in our community’s children and their education. Volunteers bring their own life experiences into the classroom and enrich the lives of our students and staff each day.Our Board of Education’s vision is: Students will acquire the knowledge and abilities to be responsible citizens who contribute to our society. As you volunteer your time, in whatever capacity, you make a difference in our students’ academic and social success. Ultimately, your active partnership will help us towards our goal of creating responsible citizens.
Volunteer opportunities include
• Classroom assistance
• Library/Media Center support
• Project assistance
• Tutoring – one-on-one or small group
• Special enrichment activities
• School support activities
• Administrative support
For a community volunteer application, or for more information on Volunteer Partnerships, visit our Web site and/or contact the volunteer coordinator at the individual schools.
Douglas/Elbert Task Force
416 Jerry Street, Castle Rock 303-688-1114 www.DETaskForce.org
We need more volunteers now than we have since our we were founded in 1984!
The Task Force assisted more than 2,000 people in 1997. In 2005, we assisted more than 11,000 Douglas County people in need, a 550 percent increase in less than 10 years. Volunteering is your opportunity to make a difference. The Task Force could not operate without volunteers. Many more are needed to keep up with the ever-increasing need to assist our community.
We promise you a challenging and rewarding experience.
Call us at 303-688-1114 or email Kathy for more information and a volunteer application.
Girl Scouts of Colorado303-607-4857 direct 303-778-8774 general400 S. Broadway, PO BOX 9407 Denver, CO 80209-0407 Change a life. It’s forever. Adult Girl Scout volunteers make a difference in so many ways, whether you have an hour, a day or more to give.
Our volunteers are women and men, 18 and older. No experience is required, all training is provided. If you weren’t a Girl Scout growing up, now is your chance to join!
Today's Girl Scouts offers girls and adults more choices and more reasons than ever before to join our affordable leadership experience.
Visit our website for more information!
The Wildlife Experience Museum
10035 South Peoria, Parker
We need volunteers for
•Gallery hosts—both interpreters and greeters
Gallery hosts—both interpreters and greeters•Children's gallery facilitators (you've gotta like kids!)
Children's gallery facilitators (you've gotta like kids!) •Special event assistants (night-time hours - not too late!)
Special event assistants (night-time hours - not too late!)•School tour guides
School tour guidesThe Wildlife Experience on the Web!
The Women's Crisis & Family Outreach CenterProviding programs and services for families in our community affected bydomestic violence. Volunteers are essential in our rapidly expanding organization and contribute greatly to our success.Assistance is currently needed in community outreach, fundraising, events, administrative support,
shelter and legal advocacy, and speaker's bureau.
All volunteers are required to read the WCFOC handbook and attend one quarterly orientation.
Varying levels of training are required for each area.
Castle Rock Civitan Club
303-663-1721
Castle Rock Civitan Club is a service organization of men and women joining
together to perform community service projects, provide opportunities for
personal growth through education and teamwork, enjoy fellowship, and
sponsor and support programs which help children and adults with
developmental disabilities and special needs.
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