Resources
Volunteer Organizations
Colorado Non-Profit Association
Member organization for CO non-profits. A great member acts as a search-engine to find CO non-profits AND provides non-profit workshops.
Dovia
Member organization of professional volunteer
coordinators and managers
Hands on Network
The largest volunteer network in the nation. Metro Volunteers is the local chapter. Hands On inspires, equips and mobilizes people to change lives through service.
Metro Volunteers
Volunteer and Board announcements. Good training
Mile High United Way
Mobilizes the community to take collective action to create positive, lasting change
Rotary International
The world's first service organization with more than 1.2 million members in 33,000 clubs worldwide promoting 'Service Above Self' while improving local, national and international communities.
Rotary in Colorado
Rotary in Colorado – click on 'Communications' and then 'Club Meetings' to learn about the Colorado Club meeting nearest you!
Volunteers of America
Denver chapter of national, non-profit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. Does a lot of work with senior citizens
Local Houses of Worship
Young Non-Profit Professionals Network
Starbucks
Volunteer Portal
Starbucks volunteer clearing house
Volunteer Vacations
"A meaningful way to re-energize"
Charity Guide
Vacation volunteer ideas and organizations
The Colorado Trail
The organization that keeps the Colorado Trail in good condition.
Cross-Cultural Solutions
Excellence in International Volunteering
Enkosini Eco Experience
Conservation work on wildlife projects and reserves in Southern Africa – a FOR-PROFIT organization
GlobeAware
Adventures in Service
Habitat for Humanity
Build a Habitat-for-Humanity Home
Sierra Club
US based national service trips
Periodicals and Websites
BoardSource
Member-based website for Board Members
Charity Navigator
Provides free financial evaluation of American Charities – registration required
Guidestar
Provides free financial and background information of many charities and foundations – registration required
IdeaList
A global clearinghouse of nonprofit and volunteering resources offering a directory of volunteer opportunities and other resources
Non-Profit Times
Natl. business publication focusing on nonprofit mgmt.
Chronicle of Philanthropy
News source for charity leaders, fundraisers, grantmakers, and others involved in philanthropy
The Independent Sector
A coalition of corporations, foundations, and private voluntary organizations that works to strengthen America's nonprofit organizations