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• August 15, 2017

  One Detail Changes A Life

  Rodney Pickford rises before the sun most days, hoping to get a jumpstart on his day before heading to work with the rest of Denver. Rodney's life is much like anyone's, if not for one detail.

• September 6, 2016

  Help Volunteers of America Win Xcel Energy's Social Media Challenge

  You can help Volunteers of America's program thrive without even leaving your computer, find out how!

• September 1, 2016

  Best School Supply Drive Yet!

  Volunteers of America and 9News host record size school supplies drive.

• August 19, 2016

  Volunteer Outfit Homeless Youth with Backpacks and Supplies

  Volunteers made sure some of those students experiencing homelessness were able to head back to school with the supplies they need.

• August 1, 2016

  Students Use Summer Break to Give Back

  Denver teens gave up a week of their summer volunteering at Volunteers of America’s Summer Institute. Participants each totaled 40 hours serving in the community and learning about issues such as homelessness and poverty.

• July 15, 2016

  Police Establish Bonds with Denver Youth at Camp

  Volunteers of America hosted the first Camp POSTCARD (Peace Officers Striving To Create And Reinforce Dreams) in Colorado for 56 kids from the Denver metro area.

• July 14, 2016

  First time camper, First time counselor

  Camp P.O.S.T.C.A.R.D. counselor recounts her experience as a first time camper and a first time counselor.

• June 28, 2016

  Homeless Veterans Embrace Artistic Expression with Lockheed Martin

  Lockheed Martin sponsors and volunteers for event designed to give Veterans a creative outlet.

• June 14, 2016

  Women's Shelter instills Hope

  Duragno women find hope and a place to rebuild her life.

• June 7, 2016

  Caring for the Homeless

  Women Veterans of Colorado pitched in to make-over shelter rooms designated for fellow female Veterans.