Individual Volunteers
Volunteers are vital partners in care and advocacy, helping us build authentic relationships with marginalized individuals and families facing poverty and homelessness.
Building genuine relationships is a vital part of supporting our members as they gain stability and purpose. For this reason, we generally ask volunteers to commit to a weekly shift for a minimum of 3 months, especially if their role involves working directly with members.
General requirements for all positions:
- Age 18+
- Passion and commitment for our mission, the services we provide, and addressing the systemic barriers that our members face through a trauma-informed approach
- Volunteers typically commit to a weekly 2-4 hour shift during our business hours:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday – 8:00am-4:00pm
- Tuesdays – 8:00am-1:30pm
- We do not have weekend volunteer opportunities available
Volunteer Opportunities
This is a comprehensive list of positions. Not all shifts are currently available.
As of May 2026, several of our volunteer programs are full or nearly full. Please email volunteer@tgpdenver.org or register for a Volunteer Welcome Tour on the calendar below to discuss what shifts are currently open.
Click each on each position below to learn more:
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Welcome Desk
Assist staff in providing a warm welcome to members, signing members in using our database, distributing meal tickets, answering questions, and helping with mail. In this position you will get to know our members very well and will be a huge support to the functioning of our programs. This is a fast-paced environment that requires computer usage and customer service skills.
Morning Shift - 8:00am-11:00am
Midshift - 11:00am-1:30pm
Afternoon Shift - 1:30pm-4:00pm -
Kitchen
Many of our members come here specifically for our meals and our volunteers are crucial to keeping our Kitchen running. Volunteers in the Kitchen work side-by-side with staff to prepare meals, as well as interact directly with members while serving meals.
Breakfast Shift - 8:00am-10:30am
Lunch Shift - 9:00am-2:00pm, 11:00am-2:00pm -
Bridget's Boutique
Volunteers check members in for Boutique appointments, continually stock the Boutique with clothing items, and assist members in accessing the clothing that they need. Perfect position for volunteers who have a passion for fashion and are interested in working directly with members!
M, W, F - 12:30pm-3:30pm
Tues, Th - 9:30am-12:30pm -
Family Area
Do you enjoy playing with Legos, rearranging furniture in a doll house, and eating pretend food? Do you appreciate the artistic talents of three-year-olds? Family Program volunteers answer “yes” to all these questions and are also familiar with trauma-informed care and/or working with families that come from unique living situations.
*Background check required
M-F - 9:00am-11:30am
You may want to review our Frequently Asked Questions. It may also be helpful to learn more about our programs and services so you can have an idea of where you might fit.
Skilled Positions
Do you have a skill or certification that you’d like to share with The Gathering Place? Please email volunteer@tgpdenver.org with any questions or to learn more about current needs.
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Hair Stylist
A fresh hair cut supports the health, dignity, and sense of self for the women, gender-diverse people, and children that come to The Gathering Place. Thank you for your interest in providing this highly requested and essential service!
*Certification to cut hair is required
Shift times are based on your availability and can be weekly, monthly, or bi-monthly.
Please contact volunteer@tgpdenver.org for more information.
