Community Volunteer Opportunities
High Line Canal Cleanup
The High Line Canal Cleanup is a volunteer event to clear trash from the 11-mile stretch of canal that runs through Aurora. The 2019 event will be from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 16.
Volunteers are needed for this one-day event. Volunteer check-in will take place at the Aurora Central Library, Large Community Room, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway at 8 a.m. on event day. If you are affiliated with scouting, youth or church groups that are looking for ways to make a difference in their community this is a perfect opportunity.
Click here to access the general information letter, volunteer agreement and volunteer check-in map for the 2019 event.
For more information or to volunteer, call 303-739-7372 or e-mail hcr@auroragov.org.
SimsFayola Foundation
Volunteers are need to setup, load, distribute supplies, transport individuals and break down during the Homelessness Response event on Saturday, February 23 at Civic Center Park. Contact Deborah Warfield at 269.830.1783 for additional details.
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, all tutors will receive an initial, comprehensive training on Reading A-Z curriculum. Tutors must commit to working for at least one full session (Jan - May or Aug - Dec). Tutoring takes place Monday - Thursday from 3:30-4:30 p. m. Tutors may choose to work either Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday. 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
If you want to make a difference for older adults in your community, become a Volunteer Driver for Seniors' Resource Center. Provide transportation at no cost Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Seniors' Resource Center is looking for Volunteer Drivers who like working with older adults, enjoy driving and have a reliable vehicle that can accommodate older adults. You will be able to provide transportation and companionship for trips (within 10 miles of their home) to the hairdresser, bank, mall, visits to a family member and other important destinations.
Please apply by calling or emailing Pat Pierson at 303.332.3840 or ppierson@srcaging.org.
The Senior Hub
The Senior Hub is looking for volunteers to provide in-home support and respite care for seniors in Aurora and the North Metro area. Respite care is a term used for a brief period of rest or relief from the duties of caregiving. These are dedicated people who help a senior maintain independence in their home or relieve a family caregiver. Service is provided weekly or every other week for 2 to 3 hours per visit or as infrequent as once a month. Types of services include:
- Friendly visiting
- Errands or shopping
- Light housekeeping
- Help with paperwork
- Pet Care
Contact Johanna Glaviano, Program Coordinator at 720.859.2248 or jglaviano@seniorhub.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
Join Children's Literacy Center in providing free, individual tutoring to children reading below grade level. Volunteers work with one child, two hours a week. Volunteers should be 14 years of age or older and able to commit to a 12-week tutoring session. Training is provided, no background in education required. For more information about volunteering or to have a child tutored, visit childrensliteracycenter.org or call 719.471.8672.
Volunteer for Literacy!
Volunteer to teach adults to read and write, prepare for a GED or learn to speak English. Training is provided. No need to speak another language. Contact Brenda at Brenda@thelearningsource.org or 303.957.2883
Volunteer Probation Officer
The city of Aurora Probation Office is currently recruiting Volunteer Probation Officers. The Volunteer Probation Officer performs duties similar to the Probation Officer. Participants will gain personal satisfaction, work experience and an opportunity to develop new skills in an exciting and challenging field. VPOs play an important role in supporting the work of Probation Officers.
The Volunteer Probation Officer will work with and under the supervision of a Probation Officer. Specific duties may include learning a variety of case management practices, data entry, filing, case documentation as well as monitoring a defendant's compliance with court ordered conditions.
Qualified candidates must have a bachelor's degree in psychology, criminal justice or social services. An associate's degree may be considered. Qualified candidates must also pass a background check. Volunteers must be available for training/volunteering during normal business hours Monday through Friday. Individual work schedule will be determined on an individual basis.
For more information contact Marilyn at 303.739.6494 or mskowron@auroragov.org
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.