Individual volunteers are trained and paired with agencies to help in the planning process of larger
scale projects. With the help of a VPL, large projects can run more smoothly and the agency is more
likely to fulfill their need with the volunteers, supplies and talents available.
Post your volunteer need on the Calendar of Events page. Your listing may include special
activities, fundraisers, volunteer trainings, events and/or one-time projects; all in need of volunteers.
This information is also collected and distributed to over 2,000 individuals through the Current
Volunteer Opportunities E-Newsletter, and published in your local newspaper. If you have questions
about your account, contact Jami at 970-407-7055 or jmcmannes@uwaylc.org.
Recognize People in Action!
- Read What People are Doing in Your Community
Share your volunteers' stories! Enter your story, and enter it for a chance to win a feature in your local
newspaper! Nominations are subject to review by United Way of Larimer County’s Volunteer Center.
Submissions will also be featured on United Way of Larimer County’s website and all participants will
receive a token of appreciation.
Volunteers that submit their hours to the Volunteer Center will receive a coupon from either:
United Way of Larimer County’s premier annual event for those interested in the well-being of our
community. Program includes the Volunteer Award Ceremony, recognizing Seniors, Youth, Groups
and Individuals who make a difference right here in Larimer County.
Support United Way of Larimer County, National Volunteer Month and volunteerism on Facebook.
Non-competitive award that all Americans are eligible to receive, determined by the number of volunteer
hours served.
Competitive daily award honoring one exceptional volunteer or volunteer effort from across the entire
nation.
There's More!
- Meet the Volunteer Center (April 8)
Agencies will learn about the services offered by the Volunteer Center, including information about the
Online Calendar of Volunteer Events (1800Volunteer.org) and inclusion in the Volunteer Resource
Guide of Northern Colorado. RSVP to Jami McMannes at 970-407-7055 or jmcmannes@uwaylc.org.
Award ceremony that recognizes 50 Loveland-area volunteers for the incredible contribution they make
to our community.
Over two thousand CSU students gather for a day-long service plunge in and around the Fort Collins
community! Join fellow students in planting trees, painting houses, visiting with senior citizens, sorting
food, and much more. Interested agencies need apply.
Annual international event that highlights and celebrates the ongoing contributions of youth to their
communities through volunteer service and service learning. Global Youth Service Day provides an
opportunity to recognize young volunteers who are leading the next generation in service. In Larimer
County, we extend this Day of Service to take place all week long.
Directors of Volunteers in Agencies (DOVIA) of Larimer County is a professional affiliation of Volunteer
Program Managers connecting to discuss, learn and promote volunteerism and volunteer management
both locally and state-wide. Join DOVIA of Larimer County members in honoring a Volunteer Manager
who exemplifies outstanding leadership of volunteers. Submission Deadline: April 9, 2010 RSVP
preferred.
Earth Day, commemorated April 22, enables us to leverage the positive impact volunteers can make on
the environment.
The Estes Park Pride Awards were created as a way for the Town to provide special recognition to its
citizens. The Estes Park Pride Awards (deadline: April 1) will be presented April 23 at the Town of
Estes Park Volunteer Recognition Luncheon. The Volunteer of the Year will receive $250 toward the
nonprofit of his or her choice.
Educates volunteers on what it takes to be involved with a Board of Directors and matches volunteers
with the needs of local nonprofits. Interested agencies need apply.
Additional Resources
Thank you to our 2010 In-Kind Sponsors:
