Many branches need teen volunteers, visit your local branch to find out if they use teen volunteers and learn how to sign up.

Volunteering in the Community

Tap Project
Support UNICEF’s efforts to bring clean and accessible water to millions of children around the world. A regional training will be held on February 7 at the Washington Street Community Center (pre-registration is recommended). For more information, read the info sheet (PDF) or e-mail denvertapproject@gmail.com.

Denver Parks and Recreation "Hands on Denver" Volunteer Program
Get outside!

Love animals? Try the Dumb Friend’s League animal shelter.

Love WILD animals? Apply for the Zoo Crew, teen volunteers at the Denver Zoo.

Denver Museum of Nature and Science Teen Volunteer Program

Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver
Ages 16 and up, help build houses! (Ages 16 & 17 require parental permission.)

Volunteers of America Colorado Branch
“For teens interested in improving their community through service."

World Vision
Teens ages 11 and up are eligible for service learning or volunteering. Volunteers sort and pack donated products to be used by people in poverty, right here in Denver!

Need more help finding volunteer work? Try some of these directories:

Student Volunteer Network
A student-led nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting the high school and nonprofit communities in Colorado.

METRO Volunteers: Youth Volunteer Guide
Volunteer opportunities for individuals, groups and court-ordered youth ages 5 through 18.

SERVEnet
Through SERVEnet, you can enter your zip code, city, state, skills, interests, and availability and be matched with organizations needing help.

Volunteer Match
Type in your zip code for a list of opportunities in your neighborhood.

Mile High United Way
Connecting you with volunteer opportunities in the Metro Denver area.

City and County of Denver Office of Volunteerism
This site serves as City's liaison to the volunteer offices of nonprofit, public and private organizations in the metro area, the state, and the nation.

YouthNoise
A social networking site created to motivate young people ages 13-26, to improve their lives and the lives of children and youth, worldwide, through volunteering, fundraising and speaking out.

Volunteering Nationally and Internationally

CoolWorks Volunteer Positions
Opportunities in the U.S. and around the world.