Spark

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About

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Spark has been inspiring a movement of good through the power of volunteerism for over 30 years!

As a Colorado-based nonprofit dedicated to sparking meaningful change across the state, we connect passionate volunteers with opportunities to make a real impact and strengthen our local communities. Volunteerism is at the root of all we do in our journey to building a stronger, more resilient, equitable and connected Colorado.

Help fuel connection and companionship for older adults, access to mental health resources and services for all, and support for volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to make a difference in Colorado.

Your gift makes a difference!:

$5 - Funds 1 Day of Mileage for a Senior Companion Volunteer

$25 - Funds 1 Meal to Thank a Retired & Senior Volunteer (RSVP)

$50 - Funds 1 Week of Mileage for Senior Companion Volunteers

$75 - Funds 1 Free Mental Wellness Therapy Session

$150 - Funds 1 Hour Clinical Supervision for Mental Wellness Volunteers

*Spark operates as a subsidiary of Project Helping, therefore we maintain our independent EIN and 501(c)(3) status.

Mission

We spark change and inspire a movement of good through the power of volunteerism, service and civic engagement.

Background Statement

Spark the Change Colorado, formerly Metro Volunteers, was formed in 1994 as the result of a merger between the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) and the Volunteer Center, a program of the Mile High United Way (MHUW). Between 1994 and 2003, the organization operated programs that fulfilled a two-fold mission statement to build the effectiveness of nonprofits (from TAC) and connect people with volunteer opportunities (from the Volunteer Center).

In 2018 as we expanded beyond the Metro-Denver area, Metro Volunteers became Spark the Change Colorado. We wanted a name that encompassed the entire state of Colorado and the action of the changemakers who volunteer here!

Spark currently provides direct service programs that impact mental health access, food access, and senior services. We also provide training & support in Volunteer Recruitment & Engagement, Board Leadership & Service, Skilled Volunteering, and Group/Corporate Volunteering.

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Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Spark

other names

Spark The Change Colorado, STCC, The Technical Assistance Center, Pro Bono, Metro Volunteers, CSR Solutions of Colorado, Colorado Responds

Year Established

1994

Tax id (EIN)

84-0782124