Volunteer - Warren Village

Warren Village has a long tradition of partnering with hundreds of volunteers every year, who provide thousands of hours of service to our families. While the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our ability to engage volunteers at the same level as before, we are currently re-structuring our volunteer opportunities in order to adapt to hybrid programming.

Volunteer opportunities are available at our three locations: our main facility on 13th and Gilpin Street, our First Step location on 52nd and Federal, and our Ivy Crossing location at Iliff and Quebec. We offer opportunities to volunteer regularly with our service programs, and opportunities for corporate or community groups interested in a single day of service.

Facilitate a Life Skills Class

Facilitate a class, or series of classes for our residents relative to your profession, hobbies, or something you are passionate about. We are looking for life skills instructors especially for our First Step and Ivy Crossing locations. Topics can include: Educational Opportunities, Work-Related Issues, Parenting, Basic Financial Skills, Health & Nutrition, Fitness, Computer Skills, Organization Skills, Healthy Relationships, Personal Growth. Classes are held on weekday evenings for about 90 minutes. Remote and in-person opportunities.

Hold a diaper, school supplies or new winter coat drive

HOLD A SUPPLY DRIVE

This is a great opportunity for schools, workplaces, community groups or places of worship! Collect diapers, school supplies, new winter coats, hygiene products or other new items that our families need. See a complete list of gift-in-kind items that we accept through community donations on our Gift-In-Kind page.

Supplies we need

Provide Evening Child Care

Provide evening child care

Provide child care for our residents’ children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years old, while their parents attend evening Life Skills Classes. Opportunities are now available at our First Step location on 52nd and Federal, Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00-6:30 PM. Minimum 18 years of age.

Host a Family Night

Ideal for corporate groups, community groups, and families. Hosts provide dinner and an activity for 30-50 families at Warren Village. Family Nights are held the second Wednesday of every month, from May through September, from 4:30-7:30 in Cheesman Park.

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Kids' Club

Assist our staff with after-school programs for children 6 years and up, at our location on 13th and Gilpin Street. Programming includes: Dude Days, Teen Night, Arts & Crafts, Board Game Nights and Homework Club. Mondays through Thursdays from 6:00-7:30PM. Minimum 18 years of age.

Holiday Celebrations

Perfect for corporate or community groups! Sponsor our December Holiday celebration that provides a community meal and gift distribution on December 10th. This event needs a lot of community support, including shopping, gift wrapping, decorating and more, starting in mid-November.

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Tutoring

Meet with our parents (current residents and alumni) who are participating in our College to Career program to provide support in English, Math, workplace computer skills, and more. As needed.

Special Projects

Also great for corporate and community groups, volunteers can help with seasonal projects at our Gilpin Street and First Step locations. Examples include: sorting and organizing supplies, landscaping, painting, (touch-up, as well as larger projects such as classroom painting) property cleanup, (raking old mulch, laying down new mulch, weeding, power washing, and Spring and Fall garage area cleanup.)

Development & Office Volunteers

Development and office volunteers

Warren Village welcomes individuals interested in supporting our efforts through data entry, research, assistance with mailings and phone calls. We have a comfortable work space for you at our office at 1300 Gilpin Street with everything you'll need to help. We have opportunities year-round, and need even more support during December, January and May. Email Nick Daugharty, Development Database Administrator, for more information

Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers at Warren Village must be at least 18 years of age, and complete an orientation and background check before starting service. Young people ages 12-17 may volunteer when accompanied by a parent or guardian. We appreciate your support and understanding so that we may create the safest environment possible for our families.

Visit VolunteerHub to sign up and begin the background check process if you are new, and view volunteer opportunities.

Sign up now for our Volunteer Newsletter by emailing Eyitayo Akomolafe, our Volunteer Coordinator.

Questions?

For more information on these volunteer opportunities, please contact us at 303.320.5021 or via email.