Jan Otteman - Volunteer Specialist

At Home VolunteeringMake a card Make a holiday or birthday card for one of our clients.&nbsp;Age requirement: NoneCreate crafts for Head Start-Preschooler Feeling creative? Put together a craft project box for low-income preschool students. Craft project boxes should include one or two themed craft projects and all the supplies needed for (20) three to five year-olds.&nbsp;Age requirement: NoneFunding and Supply Drive Put on a funding or supply drive to collect items for those in need. Some suggestions for supplies are:&nbsp;School supplies, Christmas presents, clothes, hats, coats, toys, books, food, holiday baskets, and many other thingsA more specific list can be provided when requestedAge requirement: NoneDecorate Meals on Wheels Bags Volunteers groups are needed to decorate meals on bags to brighten the day for our seniors. Bags are traditional size 6 lunch bags and can be purchased by you or picked up from the VOA admin buildingAge requirement: None(Please no glitter, glue on items, or religious images on the bags)Letters to Veterans Write letters to veterans encouraging them and thanking them for their service. Hand drawn pictures are encouraged!Age requirement: None

Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. Through more that 30 distinct human service programs throughout the state of Colorado, including housing and healthcare, Volunteers of America helps more than 200,000 Coloradoans each year. Since 1896, our ministry of service has supported and empowered America's most vulnerable groups, including at-risk youth, the frail elderly, low-income families, homeless individuals and families, women and children escaping domestic violence, and those seeking affordable housing solutions. Our work touches the mind, body, heart - and ultimately the spirit - of those we serve, integrating our deep compassion with highly effective programs and services.

Volunteers of America

Choose from a variety of ways to volunteer from home.