Joann Lee: Bridging Language Barriers With Compassion

As a dedicated VOA Colorado volunteer, Joanne Lee was faced with a unique challenge during the school year when her classroom received an influx of students who didn’t speak English as their first language. One student, a young boy from South America, stood out to Joanne. He spoke only Spanish, and even the Spanish-speaking staff found it difficult to communicate due to cultural language differences. Joanne noticed that the boy had become withdrawn, unsure of how to connect with his classmates and teachers. He seemed isolated, unable to express himself. But during recess one day, Joanne—whom the students lovingly call…

Ways to Participate in Colorado Gives Day

(12/6/2024) – Faustine Curry, VOA Colorado’s VP of Advancement, shares all the ways you can participate in Colorado Gives Day on The Good News with Angie Austin radio program. Listen in here.

Volunteering with Passion and Heart

(12/5/2024) – VOA Colorado volunteer Kevin McCary shares his passion for helping others through our Meals on Wheels program with radio host, Angie Austin, on The Good News show!

Help Us Help Those in Need This Holiday Season

(12/1/2024) – Join us this holiday as we help others transform their lives through donating and volunteering to VOA Colorado. Watch this episode of Denver7’s Mile High Living to learn more.

VOA Colorado Hosts Thanksgiving Meals Across Denver, Providing Warmth, Connection, and Hope to Families, Veterans, and Children Facing Hardship

Denver, CO (November 19, 2024) – Thanksgiving is a time when families come together to share a meal and reflect on the year’s blessings. But for far too many in our community, the holiday is a painful reminder of what’s missing – a safe home, a warm meal, or simply a place to belong. This year, Volunteers of America (VOA) Colorado, a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in need transform their lives, is stepping in to change that story by hosting three Thanksgiving events across Denver from November 24-26. These gatherings will provide not only food, but a…

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