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ACORN
ACORN, the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now, is the
nation's largest community organization of low and moderate-income families.
Our priorities include: better housing for first time homebuyers and tenants,
living wages for low-wage workers, more investment in our communities
from banks and governments, and better public schools.
www.acorn.org
American Cancer Society
The ACS is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization
dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing
cancer, saving lives from cancer, and diminishing suffering from cancer
through research, education, and service.
www.cancer.org
American Red Cross, Pikes Peak Chapter
American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization run by volunteers that
provides relief to victims or disasters & helps people prevent, prepare
for, & respond to emergencies.
www.redcross.org
Bear Creek Nature Center
Bear Creek and Fountain Creek Nature Centers are part of the El Paso
County Parks department in partnership with the El Paso County Parks
Naturalist Docent Organization, Inc. a 501-c-3 non-profit organization.
The nature centers offer opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing,
hands-on educational exhibits, guided public and environmental education
programs and special events. Volunteers assist in leading many of these
programs and also provide visitor information services.
245 Bear Creek Rd.
Contact Paula Megorden
719-520-6387 or paulamegorden@elpasoco.com
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Pikes Peak YMCA
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Pikes Peak YMCA is a non-profit organization
that matches children from single-parent families with adult, volunteer
mentors to be role models & friends.
111 S. Tejon St. 302
Contact Sharyn Thomas
719-633-2443 ext. 209 or sharynt@biglittlecolorado.org
www.ppymca.org
Bijou House
The Bijou House provides housing to the indigent. Contact for AMA.
Boys and Girls Club of the Pikes Peak Region
The Boys and Girls Club of the Pikes Peak Region is a youth guidance organization
providing daily, comprehensive, varied supervised programs helping youth
ages 7-18 develop self-esteem and learn to make healthy choices.
www.bgcpp.org
Care & Share
Care & Share is a food bank located in Colorado Springs. They provide
for more than 200 human service organizations that serve children, families
and the elderly throughout the 31 counties of Southern Colorado.
www.careandshare.org
CASA of Colorado Springs, Inc.
CASA trains community volunteers to advocate for abused & neglected
children caught in the legal & social services system.
CASA of the Pikes Peak Region
701 S Cascade Ave
Contact RoseMary Jaramillo
719-447-9898 ext. 1008
www.casappr.org/
Catamount Institute
Catamount Institute is a premier field school integrating research, education
and leadership programs that foster a sustainable environment by expanding
human awareness of our interdependence with ecological systems.
http://www.catamountinstitute.org/
Catholic Charities of Colorado Springs
Catholic Charities of Colorado Springs provides a variety of social services
to the community.
www.ccharitiescs.org
Child Nursery Centers
Child Nursery Centers is the oldest nonprofit child care organization
in Colorado and is recognized statewide as a leader in the field of early
childhood education. Since 1897 we have delivered on our promise to provide
high quality, comprehensive services for all children. We are very proud
of our rich history of providing first-
rate child care and education to children from limited income and working
families in our community. We welcome volunteers to help support our mission.
Karen Wiedemann, CVA
Volunteer Services Director
Child Nursery Centers
104 E. Rio Grande
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
719-632-1754, ext. 40 or kwiedemann@cscnc.org
www.cscnc.org
Children’s Literacy Center
To provide tutoring, at no cost, for first, second & third graders
who are behind grade level in reading, utilizing volunteer tutors; the
program is 12 weeks per session. Contact for CLC.
www.peakreader.org
Colorado Gear-Up
Our Vision is to engage and enable Colorado's low-income and academically
needy students and to encourage and support their path to college access
and success. Paradoxically (and disproportionately), Colorado's highly
educated population includes far too few of Colorado's high school graduates.
www.coloradogearup.org
Colorado Legal Services
Justice Colorado
Providing help for low-income Coloradans seeking civil legal information.
The site has self-help legal information, where to find no or low-cost
legal help and whether you qualify for that help, court information and
more!
Contact Barbara Hughes
719-448-7551 or barbara.hughes@judicial.state.co.us
www.coloradolegalservices.org
Colorado Springs fine Arts Center
The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center provides a cultural resource in
the visual & performing arts & arts education
www.csfineartscenter.org/index.asp
Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural
The Colorado Springs Parks & Recreation Department provides recreation
opportunities in sports & leisure activities for people of all ages;
also plans & develops parks & maintains 10,600 acres of park land
in 159 parks & 80,000 street & park trees in the city
www.colorado-springs.com/parksrec/index
Colorado Springs School District #11
Colorado Springs largest school district. The Colorado Springs School
District No. 11 community empowers every student to become a successful,
educated, lifelong learner and responsible citizen.
www.d11.org
Community Partnership for Child Development
The mission of Community Partnership for Child Development is to prepare
children for success in school and in life by providing excellent comprehensive
early childhood services, in partnership with diverse families and the
community. Please visit our website for more detailed information and
a current listing of volunteer opportunities
www.cpcdheadstart.org
Ecumenical Social Ministries
In response to the Gospel, ESM promotes self-sufficiency and restores
dignity by providing food, medicine, housing, job placement, educational
programs, and spiritual encouragement.
Our purpose is to provide a collaborative Christian response to
low-income and homeless people in crisis.
Volunteers are needed to serve clients on a one on one basis,
administrative duties and in the food pantry.
Kissy Gray
Volunteer Director
Ecumenical Social Ministries
201 N. Weber Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
719-228-6785
www.ecusomin.org
El Paso county parks and Nature Centers
The mission of the El Paso County Parks Department, as responsible stewards
of acquired public lands within a regional park system, is to enhance
the quality of life and well-being of the citizens of El Paso County by:acquiring,
developing, maintaining and preserving regional parks, trails and open
space for outdoor recreation and leisure opportunities;providing responsible
resource management and protection of large preserves of public lands
characterized by unique and outstanding natural environments and geologic
features; and providing natural and cultural history interpretation, education
and information services to visitors.
www.co.el-paso.co.us/Parks/nature/nature.asp
El Paso county Search and Rescue
EPCSAR provides search and rescue services primarily in the jurisdiction
of El Paso County, Colorado, under the authority of the El Paso County
Sheriff Terry Maketa. However, the team also responds to requests for
assistance from other counties through a cooperative arrangement with
the Colorado Search and Rescue Board (CSRB).
www.epscar.org
Girl Scouts of Colorado
Girl Scouts-Wagon Wheel Council provides programs for girls, aged 5-17,
that develop leadership skills, values, & life-skills to prepare them
for adult life.
www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org
Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region
The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is a private, non-profit organization
dedicated to the welfare of domesticated animals. The Humane Society serves
the community by rescuing and caring for animals in distress, re-uniting
lost pets with their owners, finding loving homes for homeless animals,
and teaching people how to properly care for and respect their animals.
www.humancecolospgs.org
Inside/Out Youth Services
The mission of Inside/Out Youth Services is to support at-risk lesbian,
gay, bisexual, transgendered and questioning youth.
www.insideoutys.org
Interfaith Hospitality Network
Interfaith Hospitality Network is a secular, nonprofit organization that
partners with area congregations and social service agencies to provide
shelter, meals, support services and hope for families in need. Eligible
families are assigned safe, clean rooms in churches or synagogues, not
in private homes. It is a transitional facility that works with people
with a demonstrable commitment to bettering their lives.
www.ihn-cos.org
Ithaca Land Trust
http://www.canpo.org/
Junior Achievement of Southern Colorado, Inc.
Junior Achievement of Southern Colorado, Inc. provides economic education
programs to children in the elementary, junior high, & high school
age groups.
www.ja.org
Leadership Pikes Peak
Leadership Pikes Peak is a non-profit organization offering community-focused
leadership development programs, providing the hands-on opportunities
and knowledge necessary to create community in the Pikes Peak region.
More than 1,000 of this community's leaders have graduated from Leadership
Pikes Peak since 1980.
www.leadershippikespeak.org
Liza’s Place
A gospel home for women to help incarcerated, poor, and homeless individuals
(and families) restore their lives through the Love of Jesus, Bible truths,
and self-discipline.
www.gospel-home.org
Lutheran Family Services’ Refugee
Lutheran Family Services’ Refugee works with the Department of Human
Services to find suitable temporary or permanent homes for children in
State custody.
www.lfsco.org
Memorial Hospital
City of Colorado Springs run hospital.
www.memorialhealthsystem.com/wps/wcm/connect/MH
Odyssey Health Care
Our interdisciplinary teams of care providers serve patients in their
own homes, nursing homes, long-term care or assisted living facilities
or hospitals.
www.odyssey-healthcare.com/local/local_cosprings.asp
One nation Walking Together
One Nation Walking Together is committed to making a positive difference
in the lives of Native Americans. Together we rehabilitate communities
by improving shelter and providing medical aid, educational programs,
and food supplies through programs that cross cultural barriers while
respecting individual differences. One Nation Walking Together promotes
public awareness of the plight and aspirations of Native Americans.
www.onenationco.org/organization/mission.php
Partners in Housing
Partners in Housing provides transitional housing and the tools to achieve
self-sufficiency for homeless families
Contact Sherri Albertson
719-325-5830 or sherri@partnersinhousing.org
www.partnersinhousing.org
Penrose Hospital
We request of volunteers a minimum six month commitment of 3-4 hours per week.
Opportunities are available in patient care, clerical, and hospitality areas. Periodically,
we do have CC students that offer to volunteer at the hospital and we appreciate having them,
their interest and involvement. The block schedule can be a bit challenging,
so commitment is especially important.
Contact Sandra Duve
719-776-5677 or sandraduve@centura.org
Penrose/St. Francis Health Care System
Centura Health is a nonprofit, faith-based health care system dedicated
to improving the lives of the people in our communities.
www.penrosestfrancis.org
PFLAG
Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG) is a national
non-profit organization with over 200,000 members and supporters and over
500 affiliates in the United States. This vast grassroots network is cultivated,
resourced and serviced by the PFLAG national office, located in Washington,
D.C., the national Board of Directors and 13 Regional Directors.
http://members.tde.com/pflagcos
Pikes Peak Gay and Lesbian Community Center
he Pikes Peak Gay & Lesbian Community Center (PPGLCC) was incorporated
in 1981, making it one of the oldest gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered
organizations in Colorado Springs. Recently, the focus has shifted from
serving as a social club to serving the community at large as advocates
for the GLBT community, provider of social & support services, and
a clearing house for resource information for the Colorado Springs Community.
http://members.tde.com/pflagcos
Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity
The mission of Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity is to provide simple, decent
places for families to live through building and rehabilitating homes
in partnership with the community and prospective homeowners.
www.pikespeakhabitat.org
Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care
Pikes Peak Hospice is a non-profit, community supported organization committed
to a unique concept of compassionate care providing physical, emotional,
& spiritual care for the terminally ill & their loved ones. Pikes
Peak Hospice & Palliative Care's on-going commitment to our patients and
families, and newly identified service innovations have created new and
expanded volunteer opportunities. Our leadership is committed to offering
services 24/7 in order to provide additional support for our patients
and families! Go to our website for the latest volunteer opportunities.
There is training for all volunteer jobs
www.pikespeakhospice.org
Pikes Peak Justice & Peace commission
An organazation striving towards justice and peace locally and globally.
Pikes Peak United Way
United Way is the philanthropic vehicle through which residents channel
their dollars, time & talents to meet health & human service needs
in the community
www.ppunitedway.org
Pikes Peak Workforce
To provide a comprehensive & dynamic Workforce Development System
for the Pikes Peak region in which the job seeker can obtain sustainable
employment & employers can obtain & maintain productive employees.
www.ppwfc.org
Planned Parenthood East Side
Planned Parenthood provides comprehensive reproductive health care services
and education to women and men.
www.plannedparenthood.org/centerDetails.asp?id=126
Planned Parenthood West Side
Planned Parenthood provides gynecological services and counseling to women.
The Westside clinic provides abortion counseling and is the only Planned
Parenthood Clinic in Colorado Springs to perform abortions.
www.plannedparenthood.org/centerDetails.asp?id=125
Project Angel Heart
Project Angel Heart promotes the health, dignity and self-sufficiency
of people living with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-threatening illnesses
by providing nutritious, home-delivered meals with care and compassion.
www.projectangelheart.org/
Raphah Institute
Raphah Institute for Total Wellness, Inc. is all about wellness. TOTAL
WELLNESS! So many people are sick - Spiritually, Mentally, Physically,
and Socially. Sick people make for sick families. Sick families make for
a sick society. Sick societies make for a sick world. Take a look around
and there is no denying that this is a sick world. Each year there are
billions of dollars, spent on thousands of programs, by hundreds of thousands
of people trying to get well. Yet people are still sick. Depressions,
psychosis, heart disease, hypertension, obesity, diabetes, and cancer
claim the lives of many. Divorce, debt, crime, poverty, and illiteracy
pervade our world. Why!
www.raphahinstitute.org/pr01.htm
Rocky Mountain Field Institute
The Rocky Mountain Field Institute is a nonprofit 501 (c) 3 environmental service and
education organization dedicated to the preservation and restoration of wildlands and
key natural areas. The institute accomplishes its mission through key environmental projects
developed in partnership with federal, state, and municipal land management agencies.
Contact Liz Nichol
719-471-7736
www.rmfi.org/
Roundup Fellowship
Roundup Fellowship is a non-profit organization serving people with developmental
disabilities and associated behavior problems since 1973. Our goal is
to promote dignity in all relationships while helping people with disabilities
become as productive and independent as possible. Roundup Fellowship is
dedicated to providing a genuine community alternative to people with
conditions such as mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and autism,
or those who display physical aggression or self-abusiveness.
www.rup.org/
Safe Passage
At Safe Passage, they help each child begin to heal by providing a safe
enviroment and a caring team of professionals to support them through
difficult trauma.
www.safepassagecac.org/
Salvation Army New Hope Center
Open 24 hours/day, the shelter provides services for the homeless. The
shelter provides cots, blankets, showers, basic hygiene items, diapers,
washer and dryer, laundry supplies, coffee, cold breakfast and supper.
www.tsacs.org/
Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge
Backcountry conservation work.
www.sevilleta.unm.edu/contact/telephone
Silver Key Senior Services
Silver Key Senior Services' goals are to promote independence, living
independently in the home, fulfilling basic & social needs, relieving
the many burdens of old age, & preserving dignity & self-respect.
http://silverkey.org/
Southern Colorado AIDS Project
The mission of the Southern Colorado AIDS Project (S-CAP) is to provide
caring, empowering and culturally sensitive services, support and hope
to those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS in southern Colorado; to deliver
effective, research-based prevention programs that target high risk populations
within our service area; to educate our communities regarding HIV transmission
and other issues pertinent to the elimination of this epidemic.
www.s-cap.org/
Springs Rescue Mission
The goal of Springs Rescue Mission is to transform broken lives with the
good news of Jesus Christ, serving the poor, homeless and addicted by
ministering to the whole person. We purpose to change the quality of our
community, one person at a time.
Contact Eleanor Vazquez
719-314-2347 or eleanorv@mysrm.org
www.springsrescuemission.org
St. Baldricks
St. Baldrick's began as a casual conversation between friends and has
exploded into the world's biggest volunteer-driven fundraising program
for childhood cancer! Events have taken place in 10 countries and 42 US
states, raising over $20 million, and shaving more than 26,000 heads.
email philanthropy@elope.com
or call 719-328-1312
www.stbaldricks.org/
TESSA (Trust, Education, Safety, Support, Action)
The Center for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, a private, non-profit
organization, was founded in 1977 as a referral service for victims of
domestic violence and their children. The Center includes a variety of
comprehensive services -- emergency shelter, counseling, support groups,
a 24-hour Crisis Line, a children's program and community education. They
currently are in need of volunteers to help in many areas -- assisting
clients with the Temporary Restraining Order process and court; helping
at the temporary emergency shelter for victimes and their children; providing
telephone crisis intervention, information, and referral services on our
24-Hour Helpline; educating groups and individuals on domestic violence
prevention; generating support through Community Education, Fundraising,
Speakers Bureau, Public Relations and Special Events; observing and documenting
violence court proceedings; assisting victims in high-risk domestic violence
situations; occasionally helping at special events scheduled throughout
the year.
www.tessacs.org/index2.asp?category=3816EE320A4C46EAB58E8CE99EF1F928
U.S. Association of Blind Athletes
USABA, a member organization of the US Olympic Committee, is a non-profit
providing training for blind and visually impaired athletes
www.usaba.org
Urban league Child Development Center
Working toward the equality & advancement of Black & other minorities,
single parents, & other disadvantaged individuals & their families;
providing opportunities for successful lives through education & employment;
serving to improve community welfare, cultural relations, & quality
of life among all people.
www.nul.org/index.html
Volunteer Center of the Pikes Peak region
Volunteer clearinghouse, recruitment, training, consulting with organizations
related to volunteer management.
www.ppnp.org/volunteer/
Women’s resource Agency, Inc.
The Women's Resource Agency offers employment & career counseling
for al women, many of whom have been separated, divorced, widowed, have
a disabled spouse, or are married & have been out of the work force
for a number of years
www.womens-resources.org
Zach’s Place
Zach's Place was established to provide families in the Colorado Springs
area a place for respite/childcare for their handicapped children. Zach's
Place offers active, structured, and free play. It also teaches life-skills
& socialization skills. Guest speakers are invited each month for
the children & their parents.
www.sksfcolorado.org/zach's_place.htm
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