City of Aurora, Community Spirit Awards
The city of Aurora needs your help to recognize and celebrate community volunteers who have made Aurora a great place to call home. The Community Spirit Awards, which can be received by individuals, organizations and businesses, are presented to those who demonstrate ongoing leadership, a commitment to volunteerism and involvement in our community.
Nominations are being accepted in nine categories, including Youth Volunteer of the Year, Service Member of the Year, Community Partner of the Year, and the city’s highest volunteer honor, Community Leader of the Year. Refer to the nomination guide for complete details.
Email the completed nomination form to Joshua Nicholas at jnichola@auroragov.org or
drop it off/mail it to:
Community Spirit Awards Nominations
15151 E. Alameda Parkway
Suite 4500
Aurora, CO 80012.
The Community Spirit Awards has been postponed, look for an update in late April of 2020.
Community Volunteer Opportunities
Mattress Recycling Event
The city of Aurora is looking for volunteers to assist with the mattress recycling event, taking place on Saturday, May 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers would be assisting with loading and unloading mattress and greeting residents. The event will take place at Central Facilities, located at 13646 E. Ellsworth Ave in Aurora. Contact Karen Hancock at khancock@auroragov.org for additional information and to volunteer.
Food for Thought
Food for Thought provides students that qualify for free or reduced lunches with a PowerSack each Friday. For many students, this is the only food they will have until school resumes on Monday morning. Help Food for Thought by packing PowerSacks at the Aurora location. View the website for additional details www.foodforthoughtdenver.org/volunteer.
Office of Emergency Management
The Office of Emergency Management within Aurora Fire Rescue is looking for volunteers to assist with reviewing and updating their resource book, which identifies community partners and contact information that may be utilized in the event of an emergency. If you are interested, contact Patricia Mason at 303.326.8995 or pmason@auroragov.org
Census 2020
The city of Aurora Census 2020 Team is looking for volunteers to assist at various events in 2020. Volunteers will assist the team with educating residents about the upcoming 2020 Census, which plays a direct role in serving Aurora's growing community. The events take place through-out the Aurora community during different dates and times. For more information, contact Marwa Qari at mqari@auroragov.org.
To learn more about the 2020 Census, visit www.AuroraCensus2020.org.
Boys Hope Girls Hope
Boys Hope Girls Hope of Colorado (BHGHCO) is looking for volunteers like YOU! We have many ongoing volunteer opportunities available including: tutors, mentors, special events, administrative/clerical, career panelists, special topics presenters, dinner volunteers and more. For more information, please contact Jill Dustman at jdustman@bhgh.org or call 720.524.2061. Learn more about the organization by visiting www.bhghcolorado.org
Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run (GOTR) needs coaches! GOTR is a physical activity based positive youth development program for girls in 3rd to 8th grade. The GOTR programs meet twice a week. The fall season runs from the week of September 9 through the week of November 11 and the spring season will run from early March to late May. Each session is approximately 90 minutes, and most teams meet from 3:00/3:30 p.m. to 4:30/5:00 p.m. If you are interested in learning more please reach out to sophie.ohaus@girlsontherun.org or visit the website at http://girlsontherunrockies.org
Soccer Without Borders
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) uses soccer as a vehicle of change to help refugee and immigrant students overcome obstacles to growth, inclusion, and personal success. SWB provides year-round soccer programming, combined with English language support, academic enrichment, and mentorship opportunities to our students and their families. SWB serves middle school and high school youth from a diverse range of countries. Are you passionate about soccer, or helping newcomers learn English and life skills, please volunteer with our SWB Club! For more information contact Laura Kranish, Aurora Program Coordinator at lkranish@soccerwithoutborders.org or 720.893.0363.
Aurora Warms the Night
Volunteers are needed to help on Shower Trailer nights, 5:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
- Monday and Friday evenings at 1544 Elmira Street (parking lot)
- Wednesday evenings at 111 East Del Mar Circle (St. Mark's)
Visit www.aurorawarmsthenight.org for more ways to volunteer.
Aurora Community Connection
Academic tutors are needed to help elementary school students improve their reading and writing skills through structured tutoring sessions. Past experience in tutoring or education is not required, as all tutors will receive an initial, comprehensive training on Reading A-Z curriculum. Tutors must commit to working for at least one full session (January-May; June-July; or August-December). Tutoring takes place Monday through Thursday from 3:30-4:30 and 4:30-5:30 p. m. Tutors may choose to work either Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday, for one session or both sessions. For more information or to apply, contact Eliza Graumlich at 720.975.0147 or eliza.graumlich@auroracommunityconnection.com.
Stanley Marketplace
Would you like to be a Stanley Marketplace Ambassador? The Stanley Marketplace is looking for volunteers to be ambassadors, by assisting visiting patrons with tours, directions, lost and found and information regarding the Hangar. Opportunities are available Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. as well as Monday and Tuesday from 11 a.m. to Noon. If you are interested, contact Allyson Fredeen at 303.332.4515 or afredeen@westfield-co.com
Seniors' Resource Center
Help older adults remain independent, become a volunteer driver. Great volunteer opportunity for retirees, stay at home parents and those with flexible schedules. Rides to medical appointments, the grocery store and other critical needs are provided. Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. An hour or two of your time will make a huge difference. If you would like to volunteer, please contact
Pat Pierson at 303.332.3840 or ppierson@srcaging.org.
Aurora Youth Options
AYO seeks mentors from all backgrounds, ages (21+), experiences and careers. Mentors are matched with middle and high school aged youth who live or go to school in Aurora and are in need of an additional positive role model. Matches are made based on similar interests, personalities and life experiences. AYO provides ongoing support to matches throughout the mentoring relationship as well as free tickets to sporting games, museums, plays, musicals, etc. Mentors meet with their youth twice a month during a timeframe that works best for them.
For more information please contact Robert Mayper at 303.923.5612 or robertmayper@aumhc.org.
Children's Literacy Center
Since 1993 volunteer tutors have made a lifelong difference in thousands of children's lives by tutoring them in reading. Children's Literacy Center is now accepting applications for volunteers to tutor children who are struggling with their reading skills. For more information about volunteering or to have a child tutored, visit www.childrensliteracycenter.org or call Pamela Polke at 719.471.8672 ext. 1.
Volunteer for Literacy!
Assist adult students with GED test preparation, adult basic education or English-language instruction. Tutors work one-on-one or with a small group under supervision. Daytime or evening available, Monday through Thursday. Training is provided. The ability to speak a second language is not required. Contact Debby Novotny Doig at debby@thelearningsource.org or 303.957.2883.
Ongoing Community Volunteer Opportunities
Lend a Hand
If you have ever wanted to volunteer for the city of Aurora, now is the perfect time. Numerous departments and divisions are looking for volunteers for a variety of tasks and responsibilities. Take a look at this document. Department contacts are listed for your convenience; feel free to call or email with any questions you may have.
Lend a Hand
Make a Difference
Many nonprofit organizations and charities in the Aurora community need volunteers. Review this document to see if any particular location interests you. Contact information is available for your convenience. Together, we can make a difference.
Make a Difference
Snow Busters
Help an elderly or disabled individual in your neighborhood by joining the
Snow Busters Team. You will be matched with a resident in need, who within two miles of your home. Help provide peace of mind and safe sidewalks this winter! Check out the brochure for more details.
Apply online at AuroraGov.org/snowbusters or call 303.739.7083
Snow Busters
Boards and Commissions
Join one of Aurora's boards, commissions, committees and/or authorities composed of volunteers appointed by city council. Provide valuable insight (the citizen's point of view) to the operations of the city and city council's decision-making process. Most boards require Aurora residency and voter registration. Minimum age: 18
Contact the City Clerk at 303.739.7094 or cityclerk@auroragov.org for more information.