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Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

The Durango Cowboy Gathering will have a Sales Room located in the lobby area of the DoubleTree Hotel.  Volunteers will check out items purchased by customers and process payments.  Experience using Square payment software desirable.

A covered wagon will be parked on the 800 block of Main Avenue during the Gathering and will be used as a Sales Wagon and information center.  Volunteers will staff the Sales Wagon to help sell merchandise and answer questions from guests of the Gathering.  Volunteers will need to interact with the public and help to promote the Gathering.  Volunteers should dress for the appropriate weather conditions on the day of the shift. 

Volunteers will be positioned along Second Avenue from 6th St to 12th St. during the Horseback Social and the Cowboy Parade.  Volunteers will direct truck/trailer parking for the most efficient use of space.  Volunteers will facilitate the exit of trucks and trailers at the conclusion of the event.  Experience driving truck/trailer combinations is desirable.  Volunteers must be able to stand for the length of the shift, walk the length of the parking area multiple times, and will need to interact with the public.  Volunteer t-shirts and safety vests will be provided.  Volunteers should dress for the appropriate weather conditions on the morning of the event.  Required to attend one training event on Monday or Tuesday prior to event.

Volunteers will be positioned at cross streets on Second Avenue from 6th St to 12th St. during the Horseback Social and the Cowboy Parade.  Volunteers will direct arriving trucks to the Parking Crew and control cross traffic at 9th Street.  Volunteers will direct riders to registration area.  Volunteers must be able to stand for the length of the shift and will need to interact with the public.  Volunteer t-shirts and safety vests will be provided.  Volunteers should dress for the appropriate weather conditions on the morning of the event.  Required to attend one training event on Monday or Tuesday prior to event.

During the Horseback Social, volunteers will be positioned at the railroad crossings along Narrow Gauge Drive so the the trains do not need to sound their whistle.  Volunteers will be positioned at cross streets on Narrow Gauge Drive from 6th St to 12th St. during the Horseback Social and Cowboy Parade.  Volunteers will work with representatives from the DSNGRR and will monitor traffic at the railroad crossings.  Volunteers must be able to stand for the length of the shift and will need to interact with the public.  Volunteer t-shirts and safety vests will be provided.  Volunteers should dress for the appropriate weather conditions on the morning of the event.  Required to attend one training event on Saturday morning prior to event.

Volunteers will be positioned along 5th Street from Main Ave to Third Avenue prior to the Cowboy Parade.  Volunteers will assist with lining up and organizing parade participants.  Volunteers must be able to stand for the length of the shift and will need to interact with the public.  Volunteer t-shirts and safety vests will be provided.  Volunteers should dress for the appropriate weather conditions on the morning of the event.  Required to attend one training event on Saturday morning prior to event.

Volunteers will be positioned at cross streets on Main Avenue from 6th St to 12th St. during the Horseback Social and the Cowboy Parade.  Volunteers will monitor safety and rules for horseback riders and spectators.  A captain will be assigned at each intersection with a radio.  Volunteers must be able to stand for the length of the shift and will need to interact with the public.  Volunteer t-shirts and safety vests will be provided.  Volunteers should dress for the appropriate weather conditions on the morning of the event.  Required to attend one training event on Monday or Tuesday prior to event.

Volunteers will be positioned at either 500 block of Main Ave or the 800 block of Second Ave. during the Horseback Social and the Cowboy Parade.  Volunteers will check-in registered horseback riders and parade participants.  Volunteers will also provide direction and information to participants.  Volunteers will need to interact with the public.  Volunteer t-shirts and safety vests will be provided.  Volunteers should be dress for the appropriate weather conditions on the morning of the event.  Required to attend one training event on Monday or Tuesday prior to event.

Volunteers will tape 'No Parking Signs' on parking meters located along Main Avenue and Second Avenue from 5th Street to 12th Street and along 5th Street from Main Ave to Third Avenue.

The Early Childhood Council of La Plata County is in search of two dedicated individuals to service on the Board of Directors. If you have a passion for supporting the young children, parents and early childhood teachers in La Plata County, and would like to help our partners improve the health, wellbeing and education outcomes of for the youngest children in our community, this is the volunteer position for you.  The Board of the Early Childhood Council is responsible for the financial and strategic oversight of our 28 year old non-profit organization. We are looking for at least one individual from the Bayfield or Ignacio communities to bring a broad representation to this governing group.  Please complete the interest form to be considered: https://forms.gle/3APCrfquNshAQoJr6

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of survivors of domestic violence by joining our dedicated team at Alternative Horizons! Alternative Horizons has been supporting survivors of domestic violence since 1978. In these uncertain times AH needs your help more than ever. As a volunteer, you’ll receive comprehensive training, ongoing support from our passionate staff, and resources for your own self-care. Plus, you’ll connect with like-minded individuals who share your commitment to making a difference. Your time and effort can empower survivors and help create a safer community for everyone.

We offer a range of volunteer positions to name a few:

·       Public awareness campaigns

·       Community outreach events

·       Social Media Management

·       Community  Awareness and Education during Domestic Violence Awareness Month Including on Fort Lewis       College Campus

·       Staffing the 24/7 Support Line

Skills Needed

·       Listening

·       Empathy

·       Open mindedness

·       The desire to help others

·       Ability to withhold judgment

·       The ability to retain confidentiality

Whether you can provide emotional support, help with outreach, or assist in events, your involvement matters greatly.

Next Training will be September 19, 20 and 26. The 19 and 20 will be two full days and the 26 will be a half day.

If you have questions, please call Alternative Horizons at 970-247-4374.

If you or anyone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call our free and confidential 24-hour support line at 970-247-9619.

Help prepare for Know Your Dough programs - put together supplies/materials for classes/programs - includes making copies.  Times and dates vary.  Make your own schedule.  Work from home.  Grow this volunteer position into what you want it to be! 

The volunteer coordinator will work closely with the Executive Director to help with scheduling volunteer training and manage current and prospective volunteers.

Volunteers to help teach financial literacy to Young Adults and community organizations.  Local business leaders needed to teach various financial topics.  Topics based on your life experience.  Requires 1 - 3 hours, depending on the class schedule.    

Volunteers to help teach financial literacy to High School Students.  Local business leaders needed to teach various financial topics.  Topics based on your life experience.  Requires 1 - 3 hours, depending on the class schedule.    

Volunteers to help teach money skills to 7th-8th graders.  All curriculum and training provided.  Mentoring provided.  No previous experience needed - all we need is a desire to help kids!  Each school program requires 5 consecutive days for 1 hour per day.  

Volunteers to help teach money skills to 2nd-4th graders.  All curriculum and training provided.  Mentoring provided.  No previous experience needed - all we need is a desire to help kids!  Each school program requires 5 consecutive days for 1 hour per day.  

While our horses spend lots of wonderful time with our participants, it is equally important to keep them in shape. Regular exercising, including hand walking, lunging, and riding help our horses feel good and improve their ground handling skills. If you have experiences with horses in this area, contact us for more information on how you can help!

Being a very natural property, we are constantly working on keeping weeds and excess grass out of high traffic areas such as pathways, the arena, and the round pen. While we work on a longer term solution, such as spraying large areas, we need help keeping these areas cleared. We use herbicides for some areas where smaller weeds are excessive such as pathways and mow to keep things under control. Additionally we hand pull areas in the paddocks where we have toxic weeds come up seasonally. Do have a lot of knowledge about weed control? Share it with us! We appreciate all the help. 

We have openings on our board! Help us plan events, organize the organization, and stay on top of all the operations! Our next Board Meeting is April 22nd on Google Meet.

TAILS of Transformation Board Meeting
Monday, April 22 · 10:00 – 11:00am
Time zone: America/Denver
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/taj-wdak-jpd

The volunteer coordinator will help with scheduling volunteer trainings and manage current and prospective volunteers. 

Specific Tasks:

volunteer on one of Habitat for Humanity’s construction projects. No experience necessary.

If you want to help with out ReSale store and for occasional special special events such as helping out at booths at the county fair, home and garden show, etc.

To keep campus as pretty as it can be, we often need help with mowing, weeding, and things like that. We are very flexible on days and times. We are also a very fun place to hang out so please consider coming to volunteer with us then stick around and check out the museum!

Help keep velociraptor Blue's environment clean and organized! Our 130 year old building that children play in all day needs help staying running in top shape. You can even play with they toys as you clean them and put them away!

This position involves a variety of tasks related to the up keep of a home. Ongoing opportunities include cleaning, painting, mowing, raking, and light construction/ repairs. Having an ability to trouble shoot and work independently is helpful. 

SASO is looking for interested community members to become victim advocates to provide direct service advocacy through our 24 hour crisis hotline, during law enforcement reporting, forensic medical examiniations and through the criminal justice process. This amazing opportunity supports people who have experienced sexual violence with compassionate care.  All volunteers must be 18 or older, complete a background check and receive 30 hours of mandated training.  Join us for an amazing opportunity to support vicitms of sexual violence during a crucial time.  

Off Site meal prep helps our residents maintain distance in a group home environment and provides a message of caring from our community. This opportunity is one way to volunteer while staying safe during the Covid 19 pandemic. If you and your family like to prepare meals for others the SWSH would benefit from your kindness. While some household have extra resources to make meals, we can also provide recipes, ingredients and bakeware. We welcome ideas and any contributions that you feel inspired to create. 

Qualifications:

 Big Brothers Big Sisters needs volunteers to help in several areas.  

Social Media Maven - Volunteer

Copyrighter - Volunteer

Event Volunteers

Seeking a friendly face and voice to help out in our Durango office reception area answering phones, greeting people and possibly helping with light administrative tasks a few hours or days per week. We are flexible!

Rise Above Violence provides a 24/7 crisis hotline for victims of domestic violence and sexual ass ult.  Volunteer advocates are trained and continually supported by Rise staff.  Volunteers sign up for hotline shifts each month and provide coverage of the calls that come through;  that can mean talking with someone over the phone or meeting the victim with law enforcement if they are currently in crisis.

All Volunteers are required to complete mandatory training hours before you are allowed to be on-call, and Rise staff is always available to help you.

Fun, caring individuals are wanted to help make a difference in the life of a child! Program volunteers can help in a variety of ways including: homework help, board game buddies, technology gurus and more. Volunteer interviews will be held to find the best way to use your talents to help local youth. 

The Chairperson's responsibilities are as follows:

SOS Outreach plans to provide youth mentoring programs to at least 150 local youth in Durango and we are looking for new Mentor Sherpas for this upcoming season! These positions serve approximately 60 hours between November-March and most of the programming occurs at Purgatory Resort starting in January. Sherpas receive a free season pass and an opportunity to inspire our local youth to make positive decisions for healthy and successful lives!

Please email Kelsie Borland at kborland@sosoutreach.org for SOS Program Dates and Sherpa Position Description if interested.

If you're looking for something meaningful to do with your spare time, then become a Camp Guide with the Backyard Adventures Summer Program (LPBA).

According to the 2014-15 La Plata County Developmental Assets Survey Report, less than half of our youth feel valued by adults; LPBA needs your help to show that isn't true. We want you to be the positive influence teens need by spending time with them during program activities like painting, equine therapy, mountain biking and more. Encourage the formation of skills and values while building on your existing skills with training on Motivational Interviewing and Suicide Prevention.

Help make a difference in the lives of youth.

Contact Samantha at 970-385-4440 or samantha@lpys.org for information or questions.

The primary role of a Volunteer Cook is to prepare a delicious meal, as well as provide positive social time to the guests,  residing at the Durango Community Shelter. 

 Qualifications:

-     Ability to work independently.

-     Ability to have consistent schedule.

-     Willingness to interact with compassion and professionalism with people from different backgrounds.

*All ingredients for meals are provided by Durango Community Shelter staff