Las Animas County is home to a significant veteran population, around 9% of the county’s total population, according to the Census Reporter, which is much higher than the state and national percentages and even exceeds many of its rural counterparts. Click here to read more about how our services and programs are supporting this vital population.
Feed Colorado Food Drive aims to collect 65 tons of food across Colorado in March. To learn more about the drive and how to give, click here!
In the latest episode of MSU Denver Alumni Bird Talk! guest Kayla Wright-Jackson, the CEO and Co-founder of Transition, a workforce-ready platform, spoke about the importance of workforce development in healthcare and how organizations like Volunteers of America Colorado play a critical role in supporting communities and bridging the gap between education and employment. You can listen to the episode here:
(1/17/2025) – Over the MLK Jr. weekend, VOA Colorado expanded its shelter services for women, ensuring hope and care during extreme weather.
(1/17/2025) – As subzero temperatures hit, VOA Colorado stepped up to provide women with shelter, demonstrating its care for those in need.
(1/17/2025) – During the Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, VOA Colorado expanded its shelter services for women, reaffirming its commitment to supporting vulnerable communities.
(1/1/2025) – Volunteering is something that shouldn’t just happen during the holiday season when you feel like being selfless with your time. In reality, the holiday season is the time when most organizations have to turn away volunteers due to an influx of people. Outside of these times, volunteers are needed too, so if you want to make an effort to volunteer, check out some of these local organizations!
(12/31/2024) – Colorado Springs residents can find out ways they can volunteer with VOA Colorado. Read more here.
(12/17/2024) – Your generosity helped raise enough money to buy 6,000 toys for Colorado children who otherwise wouldn’t get gifts this holiday season.
(12/10/2024) – For those who have a passion for family, the non-profit Foster Grandparents program in Colorado gives seniors the chance to engage with students and have an impact on their education. The program is part of Volunteers of America. Seniors get to go into elementary school classrooms and help teachers with students.