Looking for a meaningful way to stay active and give back?

Spark RSVP connects adults 55 and older with local volunteer opportunities that support and strengthen Huerfano and Las Animas Counties.

Use this page to explore current opportunities, express interest in serving, and access RSVP volunteer resources. To get started, select the Express Interest button on any opportunity that feels like a good fit. RSVP will help connect you with the organization and support you along the way.

Already enrolled or ready for next steps? Visit the RSVP Volunteer Hub to find RSVP resources, reporting forms and information on ways to get or stay engaged.

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How Opportunities Are Organized

Opportunities are organized into three categories below. Use the Quick Links section to jump to opportunities by type or location.

Special Volunteer Listings: one-time or time-limited opportunities
New Opportunity Listings: recently added opportunities
Ongoing Volunteer Listings: recurring or flexible roles

To get started, select the Express Interest button on any opportunity. RSVP will help connect you with the organization and support you along the way. New opportunities are added regularly.

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Special Volunteer Listings:

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Spark

77 Cards. 77 Veterans.

Help ensure every veteran resident at the Veterans Community Living Center at Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center receives a card of gratitude from our community.

This ongoing RSVP community service project invites volunteers and community members to write handwritten cards expressing appreciation, encouragement, and kindness to veteran residents. A simple message can help foster connection and remind veterans that their service continues to be valued.

Volunteer Tasks Include

Upcoming Opportunities to Participate

Community Card-Writing Event

June 25, 2026 | 10:00–11:30 AM

Spanish Peaks Library District | 415 Walsen, Walsenburg

Coffee Chats with RSVP

July 1, 2026 | 9:30–10:30 AM

Lighthouse | His Majesty's Bakery | 1000 Main St., Walsenburg

Location

Cards will be delivered to Veteran residents at the Veterans Community Living Center at Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center on July 1st.

Letters of Appreciation Guidance (May 2026).docx

How to Connect

If you would like to participate or learn more about this opportunity, please contact [email protected].

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New Opportunity Listings:

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Trinidad History Museum

Location: 120 S Chestnut St, Trinidad

Research Room & Guest Services Volunteer

Support both archival work and visitor services at the museum by assisting with collection organization and helping guests access research resources.

Volunteer Tasks May Include

For a detailed overview, see the full position description enclosed:

Research Room & Guest Services Volunteer - Position Description.docx

Schedule & Location

4–8 hours per week
On-site at Trinidad History Museum (Trinidad, CO)

How to Connect

Interested volunteers may connect using the ‘Express Interest’ button below,

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Ongoing Volunteer Listings:

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Area Agency on Aging - South Central Council of Governments

There are currently no RSVP volunteer opportunities available at this station. If you are interested in future opportunities or would like to learn more about their work, please reach out and we can help connect you.

How to Connect

Interested volunteers may connect using the ‘Express Interest’ button below.

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Dorcas Circle

	Hours of Operation:
Tuesdays & Fridays	10:00am-12:00pm	12:30pm-3:00pm

Location: 911 Main St., Walsenburg

Organization Overview

Dorcas Circle is a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit serving Huerfano County, providing food access, clothing, and basic necessities to individuals and families in need. Through programs such as the food bank and thrift store, the organization works to improve health and quality of life while ensuring essential resources remain accessible to the community.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Opportunities are flexible—volunteer weekly, monthly, or as needed when extra support is requested.

Food Bank Volunteers

Support Dorcas Circle’s weekly food box program serving families across Huerfano County.

Volunteer Tasks May Include

Thrift Store Volunteers

Help sustain Dorcas Circle’s fully volunteer-run thrift store operations.

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Earth Mountain Education Farm

Organization Overview

Earth Mountain seeks to educate for a sustainable tomorrow through experiential programs that encourage individual awareness, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

How to Connect

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