Welcome to Buzzy’s Volunteer Corner – where kindness takes flight! Every month, we highlight local organizations in need of extra hands and big hearts. From zoos to food banks, rescues to senior services, there are so many ways you can make a difference.
Because just like a hive, our community thrives when we all pitch in.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Zoo volunteers (animal care, exhibits, office support)
Animal-loving families
Volunteer application online (CMZoo, ppacg.org)
Pikes Peak Christian Church
Community & youth outreach, mission support
Flexible roles for all ages
Community serve page (pikespeakchristianchurch.com)
Care & Share Food Bank
Food sorting, school food packs, distribution
Great for families, teens 9+
Volunteer via distribution centers (Care and Share)
National Mill Dog Rescue (Rescue)
Animal rehabbing & adoption support
Animal caregivers & teens
Fill out volunteer form (National Mill Dog Rescue)
Silver Key Senior Services
Meals, companionship, transportation, food pantry
Teens + adult volunteers, one-time or regular
Volunteer application page (Silver Key Senior Services)
Westside CARES
Food pantry operations, governance, seasonal programs
Community-focused volunteers
Volunteer details online (westsidecares.org)
Catholic Charities (Downtown Pantry)
Food pantry volunteers
Great for individuals & families
Volunteer opportunities page (ccharitiescc.org)
C.A.R.E. Animal Rescue
Dog walking, cat TLC, event help, photography
Animal lovers & teens
Volunteer roles listed online (Colorado Animal Rescue)
Pikes Peak United Way / Feeding Friends Mobile Pantry
Monthly mobile food distributions
Groups, families, teens
Sign up through United Way (ppunitedway.org)
Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care
Direct patient care, pet therapy, music, aromatherapy
Compassionate volunteers for sensitive roles
Volunteer opportunities listed (pikespeakhospice.org)
So go ahead, Hive Parents—speak life, speak love, and watch your little bees thrive.