Nonprofit & Volunteer Resource Guide 2017

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NONPROFIT&VOLUNTEER Resource Guide 2017

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NONPROFIT&VOLUNTEER Resource Guide 2017 - Table of Contents The fifth edition of the Four Corners Nonprofit & Volunteer Resource Guide is published by The Durango Herald.

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Letter from the Editor: Value of volunteers

Simple ways

to raise awareness

Remember there’s no “such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.

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Six steps

to fundraising success

Charitable giving for any budget

Donating

goods to nonprofits

Supporting

children through volunteering

Sales Representatives Kelly Bulkley Shawna Long Disclaimer: The Durango Herald strives for accuracy.

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Teaching

kids about philanthropy

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It takes but one person, “ one moment, one conviction, to start a ripple of change.

- Donna Brazile ” The value of volunteers

Across the nation individuals donate time, energy, money and personal items to nonprofit organizations. These nonprofit organizations connect volunteers to service opportunities that fit their specific skills and interests. Whether professionals, retirees, teenagers or children, every volunteer is a valuable resource for nonprofit organizations.

Without volunteers and donors, meeting goals and promoting change would be a secondary task for these organizations. Instead, extra resources allow the organization to focus on raising awareness for the cause and uncovering solutions for the community it serves.

Last month, the Giving USA Foundation released Giving USA 2017: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2016. Aggie Sweeney, CFRE, Chair of Giving USA Foundation said in a news release that Americans remained generous in 2016, despite economic and political uncertainty. While either the political climate or an increase in personal consumption and disposable income could drive the shift in charitable donations, the increase indicates diversity among Americans and the causes they support.

In fact, the report revealed individual charitable donations increased by four percent, driving the national rise in total giving. For the sixth time in the last 40 years, this growth includes increased donations to all nine sectors of philanthropy – religion; education; human services; health; environment and animals; arts, culture and humanities; international affairs; public-society benefits and giving to foundations.

After an eight percent increase from 2014 to 2015, nonprofits focusing on education experienced a slower increase. Though each category of philanthropy saw an increase in donations, four sectors experienced the largest jumps in contributions: environment and animals, health, international affairs and arts, culture and humanities organizations. In total, the contributions from individuals, estates, foundations and corporations to U.S. charities in 2016 comes to more than $390 billion, and that money is making a difference. Between the number of nonprofit organizations and their diverse interests in the Four Corners, our individual communities can support causes close to home. For more information about the region’s nonprofit organizations and volunteer opportunities, enjoy this guide.

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Simple ways

to raise awareness in the community

Many community members sacrifice time and effort to raise money for causes that are near and dear to their hearts. Often, part of raising money for a good cause involves raising awareness of that cause too. Established nonprofit organizations typically devote substantial resources to raising awareness, but individuals devoted to less publicized causes face an uphill battle as they work to raise awareness. The following are some strategies volunteers can employ as they look to raise awareness for causes that may fall under the general public’s radar.

• Establish a website.

You can build a website, especially one that is strictly informational, in a matter of hours. Have the website up and running before you make any additional efforts to raise awareness. Once the site is running, you can then refer people to it as a source of information in your ensuing promotional efforts. WordPress is just one of many user-friendly, free and open-source content management system that you can use to create a website that aims to inform interested readers about your cause. If building a site is not for you, look to local communications companies to help you build a website. Remember to make your site as mobile-friendly as possible, as more and more people are relying on their smartphones as their primary vessel to surf the Internet.

• Take to social media.

Social media makes it easier than ever to raise awareness about a particular cause. Share information about the cause, including your personal connection to it, on Facebook. This can be a quick and effective way to educate friends and family members about a particular cause. In your post, encourage them to share information about the cause and your efforts with their own network of friends and family. Be prepared to answer any inquiries about the cause that may result from your efforts to spread the word on social media.

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• Make use of traditional media.

Social media is not the only way to get the word out.

Traditional media, including local newspapers and radio and television stations, also make great platforms to spread the word about a cause or event. Such stations are typically willing to offer airtime to men and women in the community looking to raise awareness for good causes. Use your local newsroom to spread information through print and digital advertising in the community. You might even ask a newspaper reporter to cover an event and arrange an interview with your local newspaper reporter about this cause. Radio stations might want to interview you on-air about the cause and any events planned.

• Plan a fun event that appeals to all ages.

Another great way to raise awareness is to plan a fun event that everyone in the community can enjoy. Large nonprofit organizations may organize charity walks in spring or fall to raise awareness for their cause, and there’s no reason you cannot do the same. If a walk is not your style, arrange for a charity softball game, car wash or concert, taking time to share information about your cause while also taking steps to ensure everyone has a fun and memorable time. Choose a time of year when the weather is mild and comfortable (not too hot, not too cold) so more people are encouraged to participate.

More Than a Soup Kitchen Feeding those in need is our core mission, but you might be surprised at what else we offer our clients and community.

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Free Produce Gardening Job Placement Catering Cookies MannaSoupKitchen.org

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29 years of promoting responsible use on public lands!!

Visit Our Website for More Information and Our Calendar of Events

Six steps to

hosting a successful fundraising event

Fundraisers help schools, political groups and charitable organizations stay afloat.

Groups that do not offer products or services for sale must find other means to fund their operations, and fundraisers often fill that role.

Charities Aid Foundation says that the number of people worldwide donating money to nongovernmental organizations, or NGOs, increased from 1.2 billion in 2011 to 1.4 billion in 2014. Fundraising involves more than putting a hand out and asking for money. Successful fundraisers have various things in common, regardless of the cause they’re promoting.

1. Decide on a clearly expressed purpose.

Individuals do not typically donate money without first being given a good reason to do so. Therefore, when beginning a fundraiser, organizers have to decide on the purpose of the event and spell out that purpose clearly. When sharing information about the fundraiser, include how the money will be allocated. Some charitable events have more than one objective, with a primary goal of raising money and additional desires to raise awareness and connect with new donors. When establishing a financial goal, organizers must come up with a final donations figure they hope to reach.

2. Know your audience.

Understanding your goal is one factor, and knowing who you are reaching out to is another. If it’s school fundraising, understand that these may be cashstrapped families without much money to donate. In such instances, consider incentivizing donations by entering donors into raffles for family-friendly outings or coupons to area businesses. Identifying your target audience can help you plan effective strategies that reach that audience.

doubt that a small group of thoughtful, “ Never committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. ” - Margaret Mead 3. Advertise extensively and early.

Donors may not take immediate action upon learning about a fundraiser, so plan to advertise extensively. Make sure the message gets heard and that potential donors have time to fit their donations into their budgets. Reach prospective donors through all the avenues at your disposal, including social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook. Remember, don’t overlook more traditional methods of advertising, including flyers and newspaper advertisements that may resonate with older donors. A combination of various types of advertising can cover all of the bases, said the charitable giving organization GiveForward.

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4. Consider getting a sponsor.

Individual donations can fuel fundraisers, but a widely recognizable sponsor can help propel prospective donors to action. Many corporations include charitable donations into their quarterly budgets, and such organizations often offer donate incentives such as event tickets and goodie bags that can compel private donors to make donations. Restaurants can offer gift cards and other stores may be able to donate products to hand out. A local celebrity can bring in the foot traffic needed to make the fundraiser successful.

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People may look forward to giving to a good cause, but walking away with something tangible in return also can elicit some good feelings. Budget for prizes and other takeaways.

Make the fundraiser a fun atmosphere and give participants a chance to win items through contests or other small feats that will generate good will and enjoyment.

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6. Enlist volunteers.

A fundraiser is not a one-person job. Volunteers are the backbone of successful fundraising efforts, so make sure you have enough volunteers to plan and execute the fundraiser.

Try to find volunteers from various walks of life so each person can bring their own unique and valuable experience to the table.

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Charitable

giving for families on a budget

The term “charitable giving” is often associated with financial donations. But charity is not exclusive to donating dollars, and those who want to give back but can’t fit donations into their budgets can explore various ways to make an impact without writing a check.

Volunteering

According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, roughly 63 million people volunteered through or for an organization at least once between September 2014 and September 2015. Up north, the General Social Survey on Giving, Volunteering and Participating from Statistics Canada found that more than four in 10 Canadians ages 15 and older volunteered to some degree in 2013.

Volunteering is a popular and rewarding way to give back to one’s community. Nonprofit and charitable organizations may fall short of meeting their missions if not for the valuable services provided by volunteers, so pitching in can be just as valuable as writing a check. Discuss your personal and professional experience with an organization to find a volunteering opportunity that suits you and your skill set. In addition to charitable organizations, schools, hospitals, libraries, and religious institutions may have volunteering opportunities for those who want to give back.

Organ donations also present a great way to give back. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services notes that an average of 22 people die each day waiting for transplants that cannot take place because of the shortage of organ donors. Many of those deaths may not happen if more people signed up to be organ donors, an act as simple as checking a box on the back of your driver’s license.

Charitable men and women without much room in their budgets to make donations can still make a difference by deciding to give back in a number of ways.

Item donations

Donating time and money may be among the most popular ways to give back, but those are not the only ways to donate to organizations and people in need. Go through your closet and donate clothes you no longer wear. Instead of selling furniture you plan to replace, contact local charitable organizations to see if they would like your furniture, or donate pieces that they can then sell to finance their operations. Some donated items, such as vehicles, may earn a donor tax deduction.

Medical donations

Donating money or dropping off canned goods at food banks may be the first things many people think of when mulling charitable donations, but medical donations also present a great way to give back. The American Red Cross notes that blood donations help millions of people and a single blood donation can end up helping more than one person. The Red Cross also notes that roughly 36,000 units of red blood cells are needed in the United States alone each day, while nearly 7,000 units of platelets and 10,000 units of plasma are needed daily. Donating blood, plasma or platelets can help save lives, and making such donations does not require substantial commitments of time.

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underestimate your ability “toNever make someone else’s life better even if you never know it.

- Greg Louganis ”

Donating

goods to nonprofit organizations

Donating gently used household items, toys, furniture, and clothing to charity has many benefits. Such donations can help the less fortunate, and donors can take advantage of tax benefits while simultaneously decluttering their homes.

There is also an environmental advantage to donating items rather than putting them in the trash. Goodwill Industries International, Inc. says that, over the last few years, generous people have helped to keep billions of pounds of clothing and household items out of American landfills.

Organizations that collect donations put them to use in many different ways. A portion of donated items may be sold in charity shops and other retail centers. This provides an avenue for less fortunate individuals to purchase items that are steeply discounted from regular retail prices.

Some clothing donations are sold to recycling manufacturers who turn them into rags or industrial cleaning materials. Donated clothing and other items may even end up in the hands of private enterprises, who then sell it in developing nations at costs lower than regularly imported clothing, providing an affordable way for people living in poverty overseas to purchase items for themselves and their families.

The organizations then put the money made from such sales toward their operational expenses and to develop programs to continue to help the less fortunate.

Charities like Goodwill and The Salvation Army indicate on their websites that proceeds from charity and thrift shops go directly to support education, work and drug rehab programs.

Gently used clothing

Broken electronics

Individuals who choose to donate goods to charity can follow a few tips to ensure their donations go as smoothly as possible.

Dos

&Don’ts

DO walk around the house and gather items that are no longer being used. Look in basements, closets, garages, sheds, attics, and anywhere you are inclined to stash items to get them out of the way.

Pay special attention to materials that you haven’t used in months or years, or items you plan to update.

DON’T donate just anything. Ensure that items are in working condition and are in good repair. Don’t give away things with rips or stains. Make sure electronics you plan to donate are operational.

DO call first to find out any rules or restrictions regarding donations.

Some groups won’t accept items that have been recalled or do not meet current safety standards (think baby gear.) Specialty items like computers, vehicles or mattresses may have to meet specific requirements for donations.

DON’T overlook the idea of selling items privately at a garage or yard sale and then donating the funds to the charity. This way the organizations save time sorting and refurbishing donations, and they still benefit from the financial donations.

DO see if the charity will pick up large items. Many organizations have their own fleet of vans and trucks and will have specific pickup windows during certain months. This helps make the donation process more efficient, and can reduce the hassle on donors.

DON’T forget to receive a market value of the used items donated to the charity and a receipt. This will help you when it comes time to claim charitable donations during tax season.

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ASADurango.com

Adaptive Sports Association

info@asadurango.com

125 E 32nd Street Durango, CO 81301

970-259-0374

970-259-9234

The Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) provides outdoor, sport and recreational opportunities to people with cognitive and physical disabilities. At ASA, we create a safe atmosphere for participants to learn and enhance their self-esteem. We also provide these experiences regardless of financial limitations.

In the summer, we travel throughout the Four Corners region as we raft, flat-water canoe and kayak, bike, camp, rock climb and water ski. In the winter, we provide ski, snowboard and ski bike lessons at Purgatory Resort.

Join us by participating, volunteering or donating! Contact us today. alternativehorizons.org

Alternative Horizons

970-247-9619 24-hour Hotline

PO Box 503 Durango, CO 81302

axishealthsystem.org

AXIS Health System Information

24/7 Crisis Care

1333 Camino Del Rio Durango, CO

Open year-round on the banks of the Animas River, the Powerhouse Science Center is an all-ages interactive science center located in the heart of downtown Durango.

Dedicated to providing innovative learning and unleashing human potential, the Powerhouse provides access to creative, unique, and seasonal opportunities rarely found in the Four Corners Region. Through hands-on interactive exhibits, visitors experience science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts in a fun and welcoming environment. The Powerhouse is a dynamic place for family adventure, school field trips, early childhood learning, special events, and just plain geekin’ out.

Durango Education Foundation

970-385-1491

The mission of Alternative Horizons is to provide advocacy and resources to domestic violence survivors and their children, while striving to promote community awareness through education and prevention efforts.

powsci.org

Powerhouse Science Center

durangoeducationfoundation.org 9RFoundation@gmail.com

201 East 12th Street Durango, CO 81301

The Durango Education Foundation encourages innovation, collaboration and excellence in Durango School District 9-R by developing resources to promote life-changing learning opportunities for students of all ages and abilities. The foundation also administers a variety of scholarships for graduating 9-R seniors; serves as fiscal agent for designated gifts and grants from outside funders; recognizes outstanding educators; and advocates knowledgeably for public education.

The foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit; contributions are tax deductible.

@DurangoFoodBank

Durango Food Bank

194-C Bodo Drive · Durango, CO 81303 PO Box 156 · Durango, CO 81303

970-403-0180 970-247-5245

970-345-2672

Axis Health System is a healthcare nonprofit established in 1959 that serves residents in the five counties of Southwest Colorado. AHS offers mental health and substance use treatment at Columbine Behavioral Healthcare, and psychiatric stabilization, detoxification and regional crisis response at Crossroads at Grandview. Since 2006, AHS has been a leader in integrated care, which blends mental health, substance use, primary care and oral healthcare/referrals at three Community Health Centers: La Plata Integrated Healthcare, Axis Health System Oral Health Clinic and Cortez Integrated Healthcare. Integrated healthcare is also available at Archuleta Integrated Healthcare and two School-Based Health Centers in Durango.

The Durango Food Bank distributes food upon referral from over 30 local agencies that are responsible for screening recipients for need and residency. Referring agencies include La Plata County Department of Human Services, Durango Community Shelter, San Juan Basin Health and most area churches. Clients can receive food once in a 30-day time period.

Picture ID and proof of residency in La Plata County must be provided.

The Community Foundation

970-375-5807

SWCommunityFoundation.org

briggen@swcommunityfoundation.org

PO Box 1673 Durango CO 81302

The Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado inspires hope, leadership and generosity in the community by bringing economic stability, professional development and collaboration to the nonprofit sector. As a community facilitator, the Community Foundation works to increase efficiency, sustainability and success for nonprofits and maximize effective grant-making for philanthropists to make southwest Colorado a better place to live. In 2016, the Community Foundation infused $1.44 million into our 5-county community.

970-565-8975

crowcanyon.org

23390 Road K Cortez, CO 81321

The Crow Canyon Archaeological Center awakens curiosity, inspires wonder and opens minds! Our mission is to empower present and future generations by making the human past accessible and relevant through archaeological research, experiential education, and American Indian knowledge.

Come experience hands-on archaeological research through day tours, school field trips, teen summer camps, college programs, and adult excavation and lab programs. Crow Canyon also offers archaeological tours and educational travel. Free online learning resources are available at crowcayon.org.

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“Working to Feed our Neighbors in Need”

durangofriends.org

Celebrating Our 26th Year!

970-749-6679

Contact: Briggen Wrinkle, Executive Director

Crow Canyon Archaeological Center

Durango Friends of the Arts

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PO Box 1281 Durango, CO 81302

We put the “fun” in FUNd raising!

Durango Friends of the Arts, an all volunteer organization, was founded in 1991 as a nonprofit organization. Its purpose is to raise funds for various performing and visual artists and groups in the Durango area. To this endeavor, it distributes grants for projects and programs whose goals provide educational and cultural benefits to the people of our community.

Since its inception Durango Friends of the Arts has returned more than $490,000 to the community.

Durango Public Library

970-375-3380

1900 E 3rd Ave Durango, CO 81301

Durango Public Library Mission: The Durango Public Library enriches the community by providing an environment where information abounds, ideas flow, and imagination thrives.

Mon-Wed 9am-8pm Thu 10am-5:30pm

Fri-Sat 9am-5:30pm Sun - Closed

ecclaplata.org durangopubliclibrary.org

For Pets' Sake Humane Society

970-565-PETS (7387)

www.forpetssakehs.org info@forpetssakehs.org

PO Box 1705 Cortez, CO 81321

970-779-0607

For Pets’ Sake Humane Society is a group of dedicated volunteers working to improve the lives of companion animals in Dolores and Montezuma Counties.

Our organization is funded solely by membership dues, fundraising events, LIKE US ON grants, and thoughtful contributions. We provide financial assistance for veterinary care. This includes spaying, neutering and some emergency care. We sponsor low-cost vaccination clinics, and our Feral Cat Project has helped to improve the lives of many feral, stray and abandoned cats. Please contact For Pets’ Sake for your pets’ sake.

Great Old Broads for Wilderness

970-385-9577

broads@greatoldbroads.org

greatoldbroads.org

605 E. 7th Ave Durango, CO 81301

970-264-6960

Know Your Dough, Inc., is a nonprofit organization designed to inspire local youth to begin their path toward financial literacy and independence. In partnership with local school districts, we provide financial literacy classes to 4th, 7th, and 11th graders. Our goal is to meet a need in our community: increase financial literacy of school-aged students and prepare today’s youth for tomorrow’s successes. Volunteer opportunities available.

habitatarchuleta.org

habitatarchuleta@gmail.com

703 San Juan St, Ste 201 · Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 PO Box 2827 · Pagosa Springs, Co 81147

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Our vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Through donated materials and volunteer labor, HFHAC is able to provide new homes and home repairs at affordable rates for people of modest means.

Whatever your skill level, there’s an opportunity for you. Swing a hammer, plan an event, develop relationships with applicants, raise money, and make an impact in your community.

The only affordable homeownership program in Archuleta County

habitatlaplata.org

Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County

KSUT.org

KSUT Public Radio

970-563-0255

Great Old Broads for Wilderness is a national grassroots organization, led by elders, that engages and inspires activism to preserve and protect wilderness and wild lands.

Founded by feisty older women who love wilderness, Broads get boots on the ground to learn first hand about our public lands. We are stewards, working to restore healthy ecosystems; we partner with land management agencies, and act as advocates to speak on behalf of our wild places.

Everyone is welcome. You don’t have to be female, old, or even great—but you must be bold for wilderness. Come join the fun!

Habitat for Humanity of Archuleta County

know-your-dough.org

Know Your Dough, Inc.

PO Box 737 Ignacio, CO 81137

KSUT Public Radio has a long history helping the area’s nonprofits spread the word about their important work and service to the community through no-cost public service announcements, on-air interviews and affordable underwriting opportunities. The Alpine Bank Community Matching Fund is a service available to La Plata County nonprofits who can apply to have their underwriting matched dollar for dollar by Alpine Bank, thus doubling the impact of their message.

For more information about the fund or how to utilize KSUT to promote your organization’s service to the community, visit www.ksut.org or give us a call.

La Plata Council on Aging, Inc. (COA)

970-551-0582

laplatacoa.com

2424 Main Ave Durango, CO 81301

COA is your connection to services, resources, and opportunities for seniors. Our purpose, as defined in our Bylaws, is to support, educate and advocate for seniors. Membership is open to all seniors and residents county-wide and we encourage you to join and to attend the meetings.

Lend your voice to decisions about how our money is spent and about new ways to serve the seniors of La Plata County. Check out our website (www.laplatacoa.com) for information about Senior Activity Scholarships (for seniors aged 60+) for activities at the Durango Senior Center.

Get Involved, Share Your Talents, Get Inspired

La Plata County Humane Society

lpchumanesociety.org

1111 S Camino Del Rio Durango, CO 81303

970-382-2215

970-259-2847

Join our local mission! As our own 501(c)3, our Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County affiliate relies on local support of La Plata County through donations and volunteerism. We welcome ReStore volunteers cashiering, job site construction volunters, fundraising committee members, Board members, Faith relations liasons and provide many other means of engaging you! Donations to our ReStore generate funds for our builds. However, we live in a very expensive area and our builds require a great deal of effort. Support us locally, as we see 98% of our revenue reinvested here in La Plata County!

Are you looking to get involved in the community? LPCHS is always accepting applications for volunteers! Opportunities include, dog walking, grooming, play yard monitoring, cattery work, read-to-a-dog program, sorting and organizing at the Thrift Store and much more! Volunteer requirements are: 18 years or older, under 18 must me accompanied by an adult, become a member, attend an orientation, present valid ID, follow the policies and procedures of LPCHS, positive attitude and passion for animals!

Become a volunteer today! Contact Carolyn Bollinger, Volunteer Coordinator at 970.259.2847 x.108

Habitat for Humanity of Montezuma County

970-565-8312

habitatmontezuma.org

10 W Main St Cortez, CO 81321

Habitat for Humanity has been working since 2008 to help qualifying, low-income families achieve a safe, affordable home of their own.

Charitable donations, ReStore donations, grants and volunteer support all help us further our mission. Interested in applying or becoming a Habitat volunteer? Call the number above or email: office@habitatmontezuma.org

mannasoupkitchen.org

Manna

Growing Opportunities. Feeding Community.

1100 Avenida del Sol

970-385-5095 Durango, CO 81301

More Than a Soup Kitchen Manna’s core mission is to provide healthy meals in a safe and respectful environment, free of judgement. We’re open seven days a week with volunteer opportunities in the kitchen and garden. While we’re most known for feeding those in need, we also have a goal of helping people gain greater selfsufficiency through our skills training programs, work-based incentives and internships. To learn more about Manna or to volunteer, please call us today.

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musicinthemountains.com

Music in the Mountains

970-385-6820

Rotary Club of Cortez

PO Box 1423, Cortez, CO 81321

970-739-0077 Jim Reser, Secretary-Treasurer 970-739-9720 Shan Hale, President

1063 Main Ave Durango, CO

For over 30 years, Music in the Mountains has produced an exceptional summer music festival with musicians of the highest caliber. We have entertained, educated and delighted audiences with the richness of classical music, and complemented concerts with year-round educational programs for youth.

The concert experience is enhanced by a variety of venues set in the spectacular beauty of southwest Colorado. Area youth benefit from the numerous scholarships, performances and hands-on music education programs we provide. Students are also invited to participate in our summer Music in the Mountains Conservatory designed to hone musical skill and foster discipline, commitment, and teamwork.

The Cortez Rotary mission is to foster childhood literacy and support youth in our community.

Our signature project is Imagination Library, a partnership with the Dolly Parton Foundation that provides a free book each month to children from birth to age 5 who live in Montezuma and Dolores Counties. We also distribute dictionaries to third graders and host the annual Easter Egg Hunt in city park. We are working at recharging our membership and raising our level of community involvement. Come join us and help make a difference!

Pine River Valley Centennial Rotary Club

Rotary Club of Dolores

303-817-7199

PO Box 1965 Bayfield, CO 81122

Pine River Valley Centennial Rotary Club serves the eastern part of the county from Vallecito to Arboles. Our mission is to serve “Youth in Need”. We provide opportunities for struggling students to attend conferences, academic competitions and community functions. Local fundraisers also provide funds to assist with feeding the hungry children of our valley and also fund a scholarship that is available to the child or grandchild of a local veteran. We host a Rotary Youth Exchange student each year. Our club also sends a local high school student to another country for a year of study and cultural experience.

We send financial support to several international orphanages and nonprofit entities.

Pine River Valley Rotary meets at noon on every Wednesday.

durangodaybreakrotary.org

Rotary Club of Durango Daybreak

970-259-2493

The Rotary Club of Durango Daybreak is not your father’s Rotary Club; we are The Hands-On Club. Our meetings take place at the Durango Recreation Center every Wednesday morning at 6:45 AM and include coffee or tea (no meal), an interesting program and an hour of friendship. Our club is comprised of 45 active members who are committed to service to our community and to our world. Our international projects as well as our community service projects are too numerous to mention, but our focus is hands-on service in both realms. We strive to serve and support our area and our world through excellent programs and enriching interactions in the Rotary spirit of service above self. durangorotary@frontier.net

Rotary Club of Durango

970-259-7133

PO Box 38 Durango, CO 81302

970-749-0337

durangohighnoonrotary.com

PO Box 3058, Durango, CO 81302

Durango’s High Noon Rotary Club was founded in 1979 as part of the fifty year anniversary of the Durango Rotary Club. Some members found a lunch meeting more convenient than an evening meeting. In the last 36 years the club has grown to be the largest in the Four Corners. The help in its local and international projects members hold three main fund raising events every year. In February, along with the other three clubs in La Plata we co- host the Red Ball Express at Purgatory Resort. Now in its 14th year, this event has raised over $300,000 for community non-profits and the clubs in the area. In April the club puts on the High Noon Saloon casino night. A great evening of fund raising and entertainment. In July the club has a golf tournament in conjunction with United Way of Southwest Colorado.

The club distributed $19,000 (up from $13,000 in 2016) in scholarships to local high school students, GED graduates and continuing college students. Meetings are every Thursday at 11:45 am.

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sjma.org

The San Juan Mountains Association 15 Burnett Court, Durango, CO 81301

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! The San Juan Mountains Association partners with the San Juan National Forest & BLM. SJMA promotes responsible care of natural and cultural resources through education and hands-on involvement. We also provide the most complete and personalized information source for public lands in SW Colorado. Enhance your experience by volunteering to provide trail information, wilderness education, monitor an archaeological site, build a trail or educate others.

Participate in a workshop, naturalist hike or class. Fall in love with the Southwest Colorado landscape all over again. Please support SJMA by becoming a member.

sanjuansymphony.org

The San Juan Symphony

970-382-9753

The Rotary Club of Durango meets Tuesday evenings at 6:00 PM at the Strater Hotel. The club is very active in both local and international service projects including college scholarships, youth leadership, high school youth exchange, support of the hospital, soup kitchen and local shelters, and Rotary’s global initiative to eliminate polio. Club members enjoy a cocktail hour before each meeting and have an optional meal available afterward.

Rotary Club of DurangoHigh Noon

The Rotary Club of Dolores PO Box 1082 meets at the Ponderosa Restaurant - Dolores, CO 81323 Tuesday mornings at 6:30 AM We are an active club supporting many community organizations and events and are especially involved in suppoorting area youth. Our annual fundraisers are the Escalante Days annual Mountain Bike Race, a spring and fall raffle and winter bingo held on the last Tuesday of the winter months. Our regular annual projects include: The American Dictionary Project, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards retreat, Dolores Christmas Lighting and commodities distribution. Our fundraisers support many projects, organizations and events including: Dolores FFA, Boy Scout Troop 518, Dolores Schools Christmas Shopping, Operation Graduation, Scholarships, Dolores Community Center, Galloping Goose Society, Dolores Fire Department, Dolores Search and Rescue, Southwest Open School, and other local efforts designed to improve our community.

970-385-1310

PO Box 4149 Durango, CO 81302

clubrunner.ca/dolores

802 E. Second Avenue · Durango, CO (in the Durango Arts Center) PO Box 1073 · Durango, CO 81302

In the early 1970’s, amateur musicians in Farmington, New Mexico and Durango, Colorado founded two separate orchestras. Today, the combined groups form the core of a 65-member orchestra that draws musicians from the entire Four Corners region. The San Juan Symphony performs at Henderson Performance Hall in Farmington, NM and at the Community Concert Hall in Durango, CO. The SJS has also performed in Telluride, CO and in Cortez, CO. The symphony serves the area’s communities through its youth orchestra and educational programs, which currently touch children in many area elementary, middle and high schools.

Sexual Assault Services Organization

970-247-5400

970-259-3074 office

hotline

durangosaso.org

info@durangosaso.org

701 Camino del Rio, Suite 312 Durango, CO 81301

SASO is a nonprofit, community-based organization dedicated to the elimination of sexual violence in all its forms. SASO provides free, confidential services, including a 24-hour crisis hotline, therapeutic referrals, free support groups, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, community prevention education and training for professionals.

Southern Ute Community Action Programs, Inc.

970-563-4517

sucap.org

285 Lakin Street · Ignacio, CO PO Box 800 · Ignacio, CO 81137

Southern Ute Community Action Programs provides many low cost programs to the local community!

• Head Start and Early Head Start, Child Care Assistance With YOU– Every Step • Peaceful Spirit Substance Abuse Treatment, MST Services of the Way • The Training Advantage (Employment and Training Services) • Road Runner Transportation (Commuter Service/Dial-A-Ride, Intercity Bus Service) • Ignacio Senior Center & SUCAP Youth Services

United Way of Southwest Colorado

970-247-9444

unitedway-swco.org

281 Sawyer Drive Durango, CO 81303

United Way of Southwest Colorado is a local leader in promoting collaborative, proven strategies to help people build better lives. We are at the forefront of improving child and family wellbeing across the region. We invite everyone to be a part of the work: 36 local nonprofit partners, motivated coalitions, awesome volunteers, and generous individual and corporate donors. In everything we do, we focus on providing a high level of accountability to our communities. Live United with us!

What WIll You Build?

Creating Affordable Home Ownership Opportunities In La Plata County Through Volunteerism And Local Financial Support

San Juan Citizens Alliance

1309 East 3rd Ave, #5 (Smiley Building), Durango, CO 81301 www.sanjuancitizens.org

970-259-3583

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To have your nonprofit listed in next year’s guide, contact the sales team by emailing advertising@durangoherald.com or advertising@cortezjournal.com or call

(970) 375-4563.

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make a living by what we get, “weWemake a life by what we give.

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970.382.2215

habitatlaplata.org

How to Support

children through volunteering

People give back to their communities in various ways. Some support local charities by volunteering or making donations, while others may deliver meals to those who cannot leave their homes.

Helping kids is a popular way to give back to your community. And helping kids is not just for parents, as young adults and older adults with no children of their own or those whose children are fully grown can give back to kids in their communities, too.

Coaching

Youth sports leagues rely on volunteers to run smoothly. Youth sports league coaches are not paid, so each coach is a volunteer. Inquire with your local government office about how to become a youth sports coach in your community. In many instances, no coaching experience is necessary to coach youth sports. However, prospective coaches will likely have to undergo training before they can patrol the sidelines.

Such training may include everything from coaching pointers to emergency medical training and more.

Teaching

Teaching school is a full-time job, but not all teaching gigs are paid.

Adults with knowledge to pass along to the next generation may want to explore volunteer teaching opportunities. Successful professionals can share their professional expertise with high school or college students through community-sponsored programs. Amateur or professional musicians can offer lessons to youngsters interested in learning an instrument, while writers can teach kids about writing.

Volunteer teaching opportunities may be easiest to find by speaking to local boys and girls clubs or schools that offer weekend or after school programs.

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Mentoring

Many young people benefit from the guidance of mentors. Mentoring can be done through an organization such as Big Brothers Big Sisters (www.bbbs.org) or through local school systems that connect professionals from certain fields with students interested in pursuing careers in those fields. Mentoring.org is a great resource for adults interested in mentoring who may not know how to get involved with helping kids in their communities.

Fitness

Kids who are not involved in organized athletics may still enjoy exercise, which provides even more opportunities for adults to give back to the youth in their communities. For example, cycling enthusiasts can work with local youth organizations to sponsor cycling groups for kids. If hiking or kayaking is your passion, look into organizing trips to nearby state parks where kids can hike and/or kayak and learn to love the great outdoors.

Shop ❦ Donate ❦ Volunteer Every donation and every sale helps rehab and build homes in Montezuma County with deserving partner families.

Accepting donations of new and gently used furniture, appliances, building materials and much more* *Tax deductions & credits may apply

OPEN Wed–Sat 9 to 5 6786 Hwy. 491/160, Cortez • Just South of Rd. G. Stoplight 970-565-8312 • restore@habitatmontezuma.org

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DEF facilitates life-changing learning opportunities for children. · · · · ·

DONATE Did you know 13.6% of our county’s children are experiencing hunger?

In 2016 we reached 11,967 individuals in the Southwest.

You can help. Discover how at DurangoEducationFoundation.org

Find out how you can help!

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For more information, contact: 970-259-0374 info@asadurango.com • ASADurango.com 125 E 32nd St, Durango, CO 81301

Durango Education Foundation

201 East 12th St · Durango, CO 81301

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970-385-1491

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMMING Throughout the winter, we provide ski, snowboard and ski bike lessons.

In the summer, we offer white-water rafting, flat-water canoeing and kayaking, biking, camping, rock climbing and water skiing.

DURANGO VISITORS Durango is known internationally for its abundant outdoor activities and no one should be left to watch from the sidelines. If you’re planning a trip, are visiting now, or know someone with a disability who would benefit from our programs, contact us today.

At the Adaptive Sports Association (ASA), we witness the power of sports and outdoor recreation every day. It challenges people to find that sweet spot between comfort and exploring possibilities.

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early in life about philanthropy

Introducing children to charity early in their lives can lay a foundation of philanthropy that lasts a lifetime. The more kids witness charitable giving, the more likely they are to embrace charity as they grow up.

Teaching children that it is better to give than to receive can be challenging, but it’s never too early to instill philanthropic feelings in a child. In order to help young children understand what it means to be charitable, try these five ideas.

Open a dialogue

A study from the United Nations Foundation and the Women’s Philanthropy Institute at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis found simply talking to children about giving increased the likelihood that children would give by 20 percent. Being specific makes a difference in getting the message out there. For example, rather than mentioning we have to give because it makes the world a better place, explain how donating food will help feed the less fortunate who cannot afford to feed themselves.

Lead by example

Call children over when you are doing something that pertains to philanthropy. Show them checks being written to help various nonprofits, or include them in outings that involve volunteer work.

Look for easy ways to give

Charity doesn’t require a large amount of money or substantial effort, and starting with something simple can make for a great introduction to charity. Begin with small projects kids can embrace and understand.

Spend time going through clothes that no longer fit and make a trip to a charitable clothing drive or collection bin.

Bring your child to a clothing store or toy store and pick out an item that can be donated to a less fortunate child. This way he or she can participate firsthand.

Help out neighbors

Being charitable doesn’t have to mean spending tons of money or even putting together material things. It can involve donating time to others who may need assistance. Service-oriented projects, such as raking leaves, baking cookies or taking in elderly neighbors’ garbage pails, are all types of charity. Children can become friendly and play with other children who may have a parent serving in the military or support someone who has special needs.

Get involved with pets

Animals and children seem a perfect match, and one charitable effort kids may embrace is helping animals. Bring food or pet supplies to a shelter or the local humane society. Allow children to interact with the animals they are helping.

There are many ways to acclimate children to charitable living, and doing so may lay the foundation for a rewarding life.

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You are not alone

Business Memberships Volunteer Opportunities Financial Literacy Programs for youth and young adults Preparing today’s youth for tomorrow’s financial success LEARN MORE at WWW.KNOW-YOUR-DOUGH.ORG

HELP LOCAL ART ADVANCE CULTURE

HAVING FUN WHILE SUPPORTING THE ARTS IN OUR COMMUNITY

If you or someone you love is in danger, get help now. You have that right, no one deserves to be abused.

970.749.6679

durangofriends.org

Call our 24-hour hotline: 970-247-9619 Alternative Horizons provides comprehensive services to address the needs of individuals and their children who have experienced domestic violence: • 24/7/Hotline • Advocacy & Support • Bridges of Hope Legal Project • Adult/Youth/Children Therapeutic Services • Multi-Cultural Outreach • Prevention/Education Program All services are free and confidential. All services are offered in English and Spanish.

For more information about Alternative Horizons, volunteering or donating email us at info@alternativehorizons.org or call 970-247-4374.

La Plata Council on Aging, Inc

The connection to services, resources, financial support and opportunities for seniors.

Visit laplatacoa.com & join today.

970-551-0582

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P.O. Box 503 Durango, CO 81302 970-247-4374 • www.alternativehorizons.org

MENTAL HEALTH

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Southern Ute Head Start & Early Head Start

Proud sponsor of

Growing Partners of Southwest Colorado, Celebrating Healthy Communities Coalition QPR Suicide Prevention Training Mailing: P.O. Box 800  Physical: 285 Lakin St., Ignacio, CO 81137  (970) 563-4517  www.sucap.org

SASO Speaks SPONSORED CONTENT

Sexual violence is devastating and often has lasting effects on victims. One in four women and one in 17 men in Colorado will be victims of a completed or attempted sexual assault in their lifetime, and more than 60 percent of sexual assaults occur when the victim is under the age of 18. SASO is a community agency supported by grants, donations and other fundraising efforts dedicated to providing advocacy to victims of sexual assault.

Located in Durango, SASO provides a 24-hour rape crisis hotline and support services for those who have been sexually assaulted.

The organization strives to prevent sexual violence by educating the community through programs aimed at increasing public awareness and safety.

For any prevention effort to truly work, the entire community needs to collaborate to empower each other. For a survivor, volunteering can make all the difference in the path to healing. SASO offers community members many opportunities to help others through different trainings and programs.

Volunteering for SASO has been a powerful “way for me to help myself and others move through the pain and suffering, towards healing and wholeness.

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Volunteer Opportunities

24-Hour Crisis Hotline Advocate Hearing supportive words from an understanding community member during a tough time can uplift and empower an individual. Become a hotline advocate for SASO to provide callers with: • Emotional support • Information regarding hospital, court and law enforcement support • Access to resources Child Assault Prevention Program (CAPP) Empowering youth is one way to help prevent sexual abuse. As a CAPP volunteer you: • Perform role-plays in classrooms • Teach children to tack action against unsafe adults and bullies • Interact with children and other volunteers

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out against sexual violence

Bystander Intervention Volunteer Inspire students to change the culture that tolerates sexual violence and oppression. As a volunteer you will: • Educate students about sexual harassment and sexual assault • Facilitate dialogues with groups • Teach youth to be effective bystanders that intervene in situations that could lead to sexual violence First Responder Training An educational opportunity open to anyone interested in learning the realities of sexual assault, how to work towards preventing it, and how to help someone who has experienced it.

Council on Sexual Violence Prevention Join the CSVP to guide violence prevention programming for groups in La Plata County by assessing needs, evaluating programs, raising awareness, providing advocacy and developing leadership.

Board of Directors Become a SASO board member and have a hand in guiding the community wide effort to end sexual violence and oppression.

Participate in fundraising efforts, marketing and networking to continue to expand the SASO family.

Short-Term Projects Want to contribute but don’t have time to commit on a regular basis?

Try these opportunities: • Leadership on Sexual Assault Awareness Month Events • Help with recruitment efforts (posting flyers, tabling, etc.)

• Clerical office support (newsletter mailings, data entry) • Organize and/or participate in fundraisers • You tell us! What skills are you excited to share with SASO?

Other Ways To Help • Make a tax-deductible donation for SASO • Speak up when you hear comments or jokes that support sexual violence and oppression • Donate an item from SASO’s wish list (To find out what is on the wish list, give SASO a call)

Give us a call and become a volunteer today!

Knowing that I can positively impact the life “ of someone in need is a reward beyond words. ” -Erin, Hotline Advocate

NO MORE! because WE SASO You have the POWER to heal and transform YOUR LIFE... you have the POWER to heal and transform THE WORLD!

24 HOUR HOTLINE

247-5400

SASO is a nonprofit, community-based organization dedicated to the elimination of sexual violence in all its forms. SASO provides free, confidential services, including a 24-hour crisis hotline, therapeutic referrals, free support groups, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, community prevention education and training for professionals.

Making a difference ... with exchange students

Many high school students in southwest Colorado have experienced the life-changing adventure of living and studying abroad in a foreign land. They were student ambassadors in Rotary’s international Youth Exchange Program, one of the largest and most respected in the world.

International Understanding and Peace are important focuses of Rotary’s activities across the globe.

Rotary is the world’s oldest non-political, non-religious humanitarian service organization.

See the directory listings for more information about any of the Rotary clubs listed below: Rotary Club of

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Durango

Durango Daybreak

Durango High Noon

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Pine River Valley Centennial (Bayfield)

Cortez

Dolores

Tuesdays 6:00 PM Strater Hotel

Wednesdays - Noon Tequila’s in Bayfield

Wednesdays 6:45 AM Durango Rec. Center

2nd and 4th Mondays Noon - Four Corners Community Bank

Thursdays 11:45 AM Doubletree Hotel

Tuesdays 6:30 AM Ponderosa Restaurant