Volunteer

Volunteers are at the heart of Gilpin County. From shaping policy on our citizen boards to serving meals to seniors, community members play a vital role in making Gilpin a strong, connected, and welcoming place to live. If you’re looking for ways to get involved, here are current opportunities:

Short-Term Opportunities

Spooky Stroll Volunteers

Thank you for offering your time to volunteer for this great community event! It will be held on Friday, October 24 from 5 to 9 p.m. but opportunities range from a few days before, early morning/afternoon on Friday, during the event, and the next day. Check out the sign-up form for specific dates and times. Volunteer opportunities include:

• Decorating the Haunted Barn, the Trick-or-Treat Trail, and the Rec Center Gymnasium
• Picking up candy from the school
• Helping on the Trick-or-Treat Trail
• Being a Haunted Barn Escort
• Scarers for the Haunted Barn
• Carnival Games *For school groups only*
• Trail, Barn, and Gym Clean-up

Please reach out to Krystal Meyer at kmeyer@gilpincounty.org if you have further questions.

Spooky Stroll Volunteer Sign-Up

Longer-Term Volunteer Commitments

Community Volunteer Boards

Gilpin County has three volunteer boards that help guide important decisions in our community. Each board has positions that open annually.

• Planning Commission – Reviews land use applications and advises the Board of County Commissioners. 📩 For more information, visit the Planning Commission webpage or email: jboyle@gilpincounty.org
• Historic Preservation Commission – Works to protect and preserve historic resources.
  📩 For more information, visit the Historic Preservation Commission webpage or email: jboyle@gilpincounty.org
• Gilpin Advertising Panel – Oversees the use of lodging tax funds for tourism promotion.
  📩 For more information, visit the Gilpin Advertising Panel webpage or email: mbleyler@gilpincounty.org

Please note that all three of these boards are accepting applications through October 31, 2025 to serve on their boards starting in January 2026. Check the links for more information and/or email the contact person to submit your resume and letter of interest or request more information.

Senior Services

Make a difference in the lives of older adults in our community.

• Senior Lunches – Help set up, serve, clean up, and enjoy friendly conversation during senior lunches on Mondays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Gilpin County Community Center. View the Senior Programs volunteer job description.
• Meals on Wheels (Backup Volunteer) – Assist with meal delivery when primary drivers are unavailable. View the Meals on Wheels volunteer job description.

📞 Call 303-515-4292, ✉️ email seniorservices@gilpincounty.org, or visit the Senior Services webpage to learn more or get involved.

Food Pantry

Support food access for Gilpin County residents in a variety of ways:

• Set up and clean the pantry regularly, assist clients
• Manage food drives throughout the year
• Support the summer lunch program & distribute back-to-school supplies
• Loading/unloading trucks
• Contribute to the community garden (June–September)
• Help prepare for special holiday dinners (shopping hours, Thanksgiving & winter holiday meal programs)

📩 For more information, visit the Food Pantry page or email: ckeller@gilpincounty.org

Parks & Recreation

View the Volunteer Athletic Coach job description.

How to Get Started

Whether you’re interested in shaping county policy, helping seniors, or supporting food security, there’s a place for you to make a difference. Reach out to the contact listed for the opportunity that interests you—we’d love to have you join our volunteer team!