Volunteers not only help support our events, they strengthen our community. And we're excited you're interested in our volunteer opportunities at Arapahoe County.
We are actively recruiting for the volunteer opportunities below. Complete an application or sign in to your Better Impact account to sign up.
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Open Spaces - 17 Mile House
Visitors can step back in time at 17 Mile House, a 160-year old farm which served as an important resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s. This patchwork built house was used as a cattle ranch and dairy farm until 1976. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places and protected in perpetuity in 1983 after an outpouring of community support.
This County-designated heritage area is managed by Open Spaces with support from volunteers. Volunteers lead tours of the farmhouse, interpret historical and natural history for school groups, and provide hands-on experiences during scheduled open house events. Volunteers also create interpretive displays, maintain the gardens, and care for the historic collection of artifacts.
The 2026 schedule of 17 Mile House Farm Park open house events with family-fun educational activities will be posted here and on main website in February.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/23/26 School Group | 1 | 3/23/2026 | 3/23/2026 | |
| 4-H Expo - Open House | 1 | 9/26/2026 | 9/26/2026 | |
| Administration & Gardening | 1 | |||
| Cattle Ranching - Open House | 1 | 8/15/2026 | 8/15/2026 | |
| Cherry Creek Watershed - Open House | 1 | 10/17/2026 | 10/17/2026 | |
| Pollinator-Friendly Gardening - Open House | 1 | 5/30/2026 | 5/30/2026 | |
| Quilts of Valor - Open House | 1 | 6/27/2026 | 6/27/2026 | |
| Rocky Mountain Weaver's Guild - Open House | 1 | 11/7/2026 | 11/7/2026 | |
| Unearthing the Past: The Archaeology Story of 17 Mile House - Open House | 1 | 4/25/2026 | 4/25/2026 | |
Open Spaces - CSU Extension
The Arapahoe County Extension Office delivers 4H programming, food safety and preservation education, and extensive horticulture programs.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-H Dog Fun Match | 1 | 5/9/2026 | 5/9/2026 | |
| 4-H Dog Show | 2 | 7/17/2026 | 7/19/2026 | |
Public Health
Arapahoe County Public Health helps communities thrive. We offer programs that prevent disease, encourage safety, and promote a long and healthy life.
Volunteer opportunities come available throughout the year to support our teams.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harm Reduction Volunteer | 1 | |||
Senior Programs
Arapahoe County is home to more than 100,000 residents over the age of 60. The Senior Resources team offers programs and opportunities to assist seniors and those with disabilities in maintaining healthy, active and independent lives.
The Dig Out Your Neighbor program is a seasonal program that supports individuals in need of support with snow shoveling during the winter.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dig Out Your Neighbor | 1 | 10/15/2025 | 5/15/2026 | |
| Seniors Helping Seniors - Special Events Volunteer | 1 | |||
Veteran Programs
With two locations, one in Littleton and Aurora, Arapahoe County’s Veterans Service Office (VSO) is dedicated to serving the veterans in Arapahoe County and advocates for veterans in the community.
The team supports veterans and their dependents to determine eligibility and access to federal and state benefits. They bridge the gap between veterans and resources to support them.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veteran Services Claim Development Volunteer | 1 | |||
| Veteran Services Volunteer Coordinator | 0 | |||
Mission Statement
We envision a diverse and vibrant County where residents and businesses thrive.
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