Volunteers needed

Last year, 691 JFS volunteers donated their time, which equaled 22,100 hours of service to help in all areas of the organization—and we could not be more thankful for their contributions! It’s not an exaggeration to say that our volunteers are one of JFS’s most valuable assets. 

Volunteers make a difference and give back to the Denver and Boulder communities daily by making meaningful connections. Some volunteers become buddies with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), others welcome and help food pantry clients shop with dignity, and volunteers also create friendships with older adults to prevent social isolation. 

We have several opportunities in Denver and Boulder that may interest you. 

In Denver 

Best Buddies 

Best Buddies International is a program with chapters all over the world. In this one-to-one friendship program, adults with IDD are matched with neurotypical adults who become their peer buddies. The friendships that develop, and are sustained over many years, help to reduce the social isolation that is frequently associated with individuals with IDD. The JFS chapter is unique in that Jewish adults are matched with other Jewish adults, with the goal to create deeper friendships and connections to the Colorado Jewish community and each other. 

In Denver and Boulder 

Friendly Visitor 

If you are looking for a way to make a real impact on the life of a local person, consider joining our Friendly Visitor program. Friendly visitors are matched with an older adult for weekly visits, including outings or phone calls. The program is about creating opportunities for older adults to have a companion, foster relationships, and have fun—while promoting connections and preventing social isolation. Our volunteers find that they establish a rich connection with the individuals they meet! 

Learn more about these volunteer opportunities, including time commitments and requirements or see all of our Denver or Boulder needs.