Mission of the Volunteer Program
The Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) Volunteer Program is dedicated to uniting individuals in enriching our city through active stewardship and collaboration. By offering their time and passion, volunteers play a vital role in contributing to the enduring vitality of our city’s natural and cultural treasures. The PRCS Volunteer Program directly helps the Department meet its strategic objective of enhancing and expanding interconnected systems of PRCS. Below is a list of volunteer opportunities, sorted by program.
Volunteer Opportunities by Program
Volunteer Opportunities by Interest
Volunteer Impact in 2024
From caring for parks and creating safe welcoming spaces for all, to preserving our local culture and history, PRCS volunteers make a real, tangible difference every day. To every volunteer: thank you for the time, skills, and passion that you chose to give to the Department and to your local community. Because of you, the City of Colorado Springs is a better, stronger community for us all.
PRCS volunteer impact visible across the City. Below are some of the achievements made possible thanks to PRCS volunteer commitment:
Questions?
If the FAQs below do not answer your question, or if you'd like to get in touch with with the Volunteer Coordinator, call 719-385-5440 or e-mail parkvolunteers@coloradosprings.gov.
Individual Consent & Release form | Group consent & release form
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CERVIS?
CERVIS is the volunteer management platform used by the City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department. The platform allows you to register for volunteer opportunities, sign the volunteer waiver, and track your volunteer hours.
How do I access CERVIS?
You can access CERVIS through the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Volunteer Page or click here to access the CERVIS website directly.
How do I use CERVIS?
For step by step directions on how to use CERVIS (i.e. register, log hours, print volunteer history), please click here for instructional videos.
I am interested in setting up a group or a special project, who do I talk to?
If you are interested in a group or special project, please click here to submit a volunteer group request
I have questions about the background check process.
Please review this background check FAQ for answers to common questions about the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services background check process.