Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Adaptive Recreation Opportunities Department. Volunteer today!
Adaptive Recreation Opportunities (ARO) provides quality and equal opportunities for recreation and leisure programs to community members with disabilities. The ARO program offers healthy and fun experiences through three basic service areas: transition services, inclusion support and specialized programs. ARO services strive to foster independence of the participating individuals within their recreation experiences.
Apply below for the General/Programs volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Brenda McDowell
(970) 416-2024
Volunteer as a Special Olympics Coach or Partner. Different sports offered each season.
Apply below for the Unified Sports volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Brenda McDowell
(970) 416-2024
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Boards & Commissions Department. Volunteer today!
Housing Catalyst has been building community in Northern Colorado since 1971. The agency, formerly known as the Fort Collins Housing Authority, was formed with a resolution by the Fort Collins City Council who appointed the first Board of Commissioners.
As a mission-driven real estate developer, Housing Catalyst forges public-private partnerships to build and preserve affordable homes in Northern Colorado. The agency owns, manages, or was instrumental in the creation of more than 1,600 local residences, making it the community leader in sustainable, long-term affordable housing solutions. Housing Catalyst administers rental assistance to more than 1,500 local families each year, moving people out of homelessness, stabilizing families, and improving lives. Resident services empower and equip residents for success by providing resources, community-building events, and the JumpStart self-sufficiency program. The agency serves thousands of community members annually, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and children.
Through intergovernmental agreements, Housing Catalyst administers programs for the Larimer County Housing Authority and the Wellington Housing Authority in addition to their work for Fort Collins.
Leadership, advocacy, and policies for governing operations are vested in the Board of Commissioners.
Apply below for the Housing Catalyst volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Davina Lau
(970) 416-2525
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of Communications and Public Involvement. Volunteer today!
City Communication will vary by issue, but one example is West Nile spraying:
West Nile virus is a potentially deadly disease spread by mosquitoes in the mid-to-late summer months. In 2022, Colorado had more West Nile cases than any other state, and Larimer County led among Colorado counties. By sharing information about West Nile activity in the area, you will raise awareness, help residents learn ways to protect themselves and their families
Apply below for the Direct Distribution Volunteers volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Amy Resseguie
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Neighborhood Services Department. Volunteer today!
The City of Fort Collins seeks willing volunteers to assist their neighbors through a variety of tasks. Volunteers will be paired with neighbors who are in need of assistance with tasks such as grocery shopping and delivery, basic errands, snow shoveling, lawn mowing, yard work, outdoor pet care/dog walking, minor outdoor home repair, and more. Volunteers can choose to perform one-time tasks with different neighbors or can commit to an ongoing relationship with a neighbor in need.
Apply below for the Adopt-A-Neighbor volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Leonardo Escalante
The Historic Preservation Services division presents multiple education programs throughout the year, and tables at community events as well. This opportunity is for Preservation Education volunteers who would like to help make those programs a success, and have an interest in promoting the community knowledge about, and stewardship of, important places in Fort Collins. Opportunities will include helping City Preservation staff table at special events, and helping give walking tours or other education programming at historic places.
Apply below for the Preservation Education volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Jim Bertolini
(970) 416-4250
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Mediation & Restorative Justice Department. Volunteer today!
Our wide range of community mediation-based services are available to all Fort Collins residents and City employees. Typical mediation cases include a variety of neighborhood and neighbor disputes, eviction mediation, landlord/tenant issues, facilitated conversation (larger group process), restorative mediations, Municipal Court-referred misdemeanor tickets, and internal City of Fort Collins workplace mediations.
Apply below for the Restorative Justice volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Dana Henderson
Volunteer Position Title (unpaid): Peer Representative, Restorative Justice Circles
Restorative Justice is a way of resolving crime in community. It works by bringing the people who are most impacted by crime [harmed person(s), responsible person(s) and community representatives] together to collaboratively answer these questions:
A peer representative volunteer participates in a Restorative Justice Circle to represent the youth and young adult community perspective and provide support.
Age Range:
Volunteer Support Staff:
Apply below for the Youth & Young Adult Volunteers volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Dana Henderson
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Gardens on Spring Creek. Volunteer today!
Volunteering in our Butterfly House is both educational and rewarding! Butterfly House volunteers are responsible for maintaining USDA containment standards, helping to ensure an excellent guest experience and enhance guest takeaways through interpretation and education.
The Purpose of The Gardens on Spring Creek Volunteer Program is to enrich lives of volunteers and community members through our beautiful, curated gardens and outstanding education programs and events; create a financially sustainable workforce; and educate volunteers and guests about environmental stewardship through gardening.
Apply below for the Gardens Volunteer volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Hannah Krikorian
(970) 416-2482
Gardens education volunteers help us fulfill our mission to improve the lives of people and inspire stewardship through horticulture. Volunteers can assist with a variety of youth programs year-round including but not limited to group tours, story times, camps and outreach. Tasks and responsibilities vary, training is provided, and all volunteers are welcome!
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of Information Technology. Volunteer today!
Collaborate on root cause analysis (RCA) activities with technical team members to provide permanent fix recommendations to technology that prevents future incidents.
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Municipal Court Department. Volunteer today!
General Municipal Court volunteer to include bailiff responsibilities and citation entry/processing
Apply below for the General Municipal Court Volunteer volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Marlene Brown
(970) 221-6801
By becoming a volunteer with us, you are joining a long history of community commitment to conservation. Since its inception, the Natural Areas Department has engaged volunteers on every level, from education to stewardship to leadership. Volunteers help extend outreach and strengthen community involvement. We believe that volunteers are one of our most valuable resources.
Volunteer today!
Adopters agree to care for a natural area for one year by picking up trash and reporting maintenance issues. This program provides opportunities for citizens to take an active role in restoration efforts through stewardship.
Apply below for the Adopt-A-Natural Area volunteer role.
Questions? Contact AJ Chlebnik
(970) 224-6118
Volunteer Description Overview
Diamond Peaks Mountain Bike Patrol volunteers patrol City of Fort Collins Natural Areas and Larimer County Open Spaces on bike. Must be a member of the Overland Mountain Bike Association. More information here: OMBA - Diamond Peaks
Apply below for the Diamond Peaks volunteer role.
Questions? Contact AJ Chlebnik
(970) 224-6118
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Parks Department. Volunteer today!
The City of Fort Collins Forestry Division maintains over 58,000 trees on public property along streets, and in parks, cemeteries, golf courses and other City facilities. The City is seeking skill based Urban Forest Ambassadors to assist with updating inventory data, perform urban forest health assessments, tree planting events, small tree pruning, and engage the community in spreading the value and importance of our community’s urban forest! Urban Forest Ambassadors will perform a variety of tasks including updating the inventory, assessing for structural defects or insect and disease and engaging with the Fort Collins Community. The volunteers will help us update the public tree inventory on a more frequent basis. These efforts will include the use of an iPad or smartphone, diameter tape, and educational material to complete tasks as assigned by Forestry staff. Urban Forest Ambassadors are an integral part of urban forest management that will help continue health and longevity of the urban forest for generations to come.
Apply below for the Ambassadors volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Freddie Haberecht
Anyone with interest in gardening is welcome to join a gardening team at Twin Silo Park. Tasks will require regular bending, stooping, lifting, digging, etc. All training is provided, just come open to learning!
Apply below for the Twin Silo Horticulture Volunteer volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Shawn Rizza
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Recreation Youth Education Department. Volunteer today!
Assist instructors with swim lessons by creating a fun learning environment for participants. This is a great opportunity for youth volunteers 14 and older.
Apply below for the Water Safety Aide volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Sophie Anders
Apply below for the Youth Instructor Assistants volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Lisa Freeman
(970) 416-2528
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Recycling Ambassadors Department. Volunteer today!
"Three-R" Enthusiasts, read on! This is the ONLY volunteer opportunity on the Front Range where you will:
Apply below for the Recycling Ambassador volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Adam Egger
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Senior Center Department. Volunteer today!
Apply below for the General volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Ashley Ruffer
(970) 224-6033
We are looking for someone to help us with our recycling needs at the Fort Collins Pottery Studio. This person will be someone with a passion for helping the environment! We need to develop a list of places from which we can gather certain materials that others want to recycle (such as newspapers) and will make arrangements for regular pickups of these materials. You will also drop off some of our items to be recycled such as small propane canisters and broken pottery. You can create your own schedule for doing this recycling.
We are looking for a person to lead our weekly discussion group "Donut Make U Wonder". This group meets every Friday from 10 - 11 at the Senior Center. We discuss current subjects and related personal experiences. Matters related to religion and politics are avoided to ensure comradery. Meetings begin with a brief song and end with a few share jokes.
You will be responsible for picking up the donuts before the meeting and bringing a short list of topics to each meeting as well as starting the discussions. Training will be provided.
It's lots of fun and the stories are always great. We hope you'll join us!
We are looking for people who can lead a small group of volunteers during a Special Event at the Senior Center. We will provide training and there will be a staff member with you at most events who will instruct you in the specifics of each event. There are events scheduled throughout the year and you can choose which event you would like to help at.
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the The Farm & Northside Aztlan Community Center Department. Volunteer today!
Without our amazing Volunteers, we couldn't do what we do! We love our Volunteers and can't wait to welcome you into our phenomenal program. Apply today!
Volunteers are an extremely important and essential part of the Lincoln Center family. We rely on our Volunteers to be our eyes and ears and to assist patrons in navigating and participating in the many performances and events we offer. Volunteers get exposed to a wide array of artistic and professional endeavors including theatrical performances, dance productions, art gallery installations, concerts, and community events. While Volunteers get to enjoy a majority of the presentations that they work, the emphasis is providing our patrons with a professional and enjoyable experience that makes them want to return time and time again.
We on-board once a year. Applications open on or before April 1st, and you will be contacted to set up a brief online interview for a day in June or July. Training typically occurs in August with the season running from September to June.
The application window has now closed for the 24/25 season. We will take applications for the 25/26 season in April of next year. Our interview process occurs in June and July and our mandatory Volunteer training will take place in August. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Utilities Department. Volunteer today!
The Community Engagement Team is looking for qualified educators to support water education programs.
Contact Kellie Gorman with questions and interest.
Apply below for the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden Volunteers volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Emma Pett
Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of Volunteer Services. Volunteer today!
Community Engagement Volunteers are trained in education and outreach techniques to support staff in disseminating information and gaining feedback from the community on department-specific programs. Volunteers will be trained as content experts on various City priorities to answer questions and facilitate meaningful discussions at City-sponsored events.
Apply below for the Citywide Community Engagement volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Sue Schafer
The City of Fort Collins hosts a number of events throughout the year with the goal of engaging the community in fun, family-friendly experiences. Special events generally consist of activity booths, educational activities, vendor sales, music, etc. Special Event Volunteers will assist with all aspects of event management including set up/tear down, hosting booths, running activities, assisting with refreshments, and/or offering shuttle service. Due to the similarity of Special Events, volunteers can move easily between departments for a wide variety of experiences.
Apply below for the Special Events Volunteer volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Sue Schafer
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