*Spark is a subsidiary of Project Helping and operates independently beneath their umbrella.
**Spark is an AmeriCorps Seniors grantee and receives funds to operate their Senior Companion Program & RSVP.
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Our mission is to make it ridiculously easy to volunteer — so you can do good and feel good. Volunteering creates endless positive impact, benefiting your own mental wellness and helping those in need.
Volunteer projects in a box — delivered to your door. Everything you need to do a meaningful project for someone in need is included. Inclusive, customizable, and available for home or office.
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Kynd Hub
The central hub for Project Helping's volunteer community — connecting individuals, companies, and nonprofits with curated in-person volunteer experiences designed to drive mental wellness benefits.
Do Good. Delivered. Kynd Kits are volunteer experiences in a box — built anywhere, any time, by anyone. Everything you need to complete a meaningful project for someone in need is delivered right to your door.
Improves mental wellness in schools through student volunteerism. Kynd Kiosks are placed in schools and stocked with Kynd Kits — students can volunteer from inside their school or at home, any time. Sponsors enable a kiosk at a school of their choice for $820.
Turn-key employee engagement experiences. Kynd Kits scale from small team events to large conferences and conventions — virtual or in person. Quick turnaround, fully customizable, and ridiculously easy to execute.
Order kits for yourself, your family, or a small group. Choose from a full menu of available kits, build a custom bundle, and make an impact for someone in need — all from the comfort of home.
Spark connects you with volunteer opportunities that spark your passion and make a real impact on your community and your mental wellness. Programs are built to boost well-being through meaningful service.
Increases health equity by engaging skilled mental health volunteers to provide quality, accessible, and affordable mental health services. Offerings include no-cost counseling for individuals, couples and families, support groups, workforce development initiatives, and continuing education for mental health professionals.
Spark powers two AmeriCorps Seniors programs that promote the independence of older adults aging at home — helping them remain vibrant, contributing members of their communities. Open to volunteers 55+.
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Spark Knowledge
Continuing education and training courses — fee-based or free. Topics range from conventional mental health practices and volunteer engagement to tips for volunteer board service. Open to professionals and community members alike.
The Minoru Yasui Community Volunteer Award recognizes outstanding volunteers across the Denver metro area. Winners receive $2,000 to donate to the nonprofit of their choice. Know an exceptional volunteer? Nominate them today.
Spark powers two AmeriCorps Seniors national service programs promoting the independence of older adults. Volunteers aged 55+ make a direct local impact while staying engaged, healthy, and connected to their communities.
Engages volunteers aged 55+ to help fellow older adults maintain independence and stay active across Adams, Arapahoe, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson counties. Companions provide friendship, transportation to appointments, shopping assistance, and more. Income-eligible volunteers receive a nontaxable $4/hr stipend.
The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program connects adults 55+ with volunteer opportunities across Southern Colorado — serving Alamosa, Huerfano/Las Animas, and Montezuma counties. Focused on improving rural community well-being and supporting seniors' health through meaningful service.
A collaborative program bringing together the best of Project Helping and Spark to engage companies, nonprofits, and community members in meaningful volunteer experiences — turn-key or fully customized to fit your needs.
Ridiculously easy corporate volunteer engagement — from large-scale in-person events and conferences to virtual Kynd Kit builds. Turn-key solutions with quick turnaround, customizable to your team's size, location, and values.
We partner with nonprofits to provide skilled volunteer support on-site. Through our Senior Companion, RSVP, and Mental Wellness programs, we bring meaningful volunteer talent directly to partner organizations across Colorado.
Continuing education and training workshops — fee-based or free — covering mental health practices, volunteer engagement strategies, and board service. Open to professionals and community members across Colorado.
The Minoru Yasui Community Volunteer Award honors outstanding volunteers in the Denver metro area. Award recipients receive $2,000 to donate to the nonprofit of their choice. Nominations are open to the public.
