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About CU in the Community
CU in the Community is a series of one-time, student-led, volunteer projects offered each semester in collaboration with local nonprofit organizations and CU Boulder departments. All students are invited to participate on any and all volunteer projects of their choice to gain understanding of social and environmental issues, engage in direct service, reflect on their impact and learn about continued engagement.
General information for participants: Students who sign up to volunteer for CU in the Community projects will receive a detailed reminder email related to their unique project a week before the event with information about where to check in, what to wear and what to bring. In general, we recommend that volunteers bring plenty of drinking water and any other personal care supplies necessary to be active and engaged. Volunteers are encouraged to wear closed toe shoes and layers appropriate for Colorado weather and/or indoor tasks specific to projects. Transportation and food are provided.
Your involvement is more impactful than you think! Please be mindful that signing up for a project and not showing up the day of and/or canceling last minute has an impact on resources used for food and transportation, community organizations that are counting on volunteers to help them meet their goals, and other students who want to participate. If you must cancel, please do so as far in advance as possible so that other students have the opportunity to participate and to help ensure that there are enough volunteers committed to meet the goals of the project. If you sign up for a project, please plan to show up and participate.
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Shifts (5)
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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| CU in the Community Spring 2024 Projects! | 12:00pm (MT) | 2:00pm (MT) | 0/20 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day | 8:00am (MT) | 2:30pm (MT) | This MLK Day, Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS) and the Volunteer Resource Center (VRC) are teaming up to offer an opportunity in honor of the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a nationally recognized day of service. | 20/22 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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| AmeriCorps Seniors | 6:30am (MT) | 10:00am (MT) | AmeriCorps Seniors presents a heartwarming opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our isolated senior community members. Join us as we shop for groceries and bring essential supplies to those who may be facing the challenges of solitude. This initiative is all about connecting generations, spreading joy,... | 7/10 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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| PB&Luvin | 9:00am (MT) | 1:30pm (MT) | At PB&L, we prepare sandwiches, snacks, and basic toiletry kits, and then head down to the beautiful Boulder Creek to serve our "visible" homeless community members. This initiative is organized by the Wesley Fellowship at CU Boulder, a progressive, LGBTQ-friendly, Christian campus ministry sponsored by the United Methodist Church. But... | 35/35 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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| A Precious Child | 8:15am (MT) | 12:45pm (MT) | A Precious Child provides children in need with opportunities and resources to empower them to achieve their full potential. A Precious Child envisions every child growing up to be a secure, self-reliant, contributing member of their community. A Precious Child provides basic essentials to children and families in Colorado that... | 19/28 | Over |
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