Community Opportunities
This page shares community events and opportunities in Jefferson County and the surrounding area. Events and opportunities listed are from organizations that are reputable in the community; however, each specific event has not been vetted by Jeffco CTC.
Have an opportunity to share? Email the information to info@jeffcoctc.care for consideration!
Civic Spark is a dynamic, hands-on training to equip Jefferson County residents with the skills, knowledge, and connections to become effective community champions for local issues including affordable housing, workforce development, and early childhood education.
Over eight sessions, participants will build a strong foundation in civic literacy, connect and network with elected officials and city managers, and develop personalized action plans to sustain their engagement beyond the program.
Civic Spark is open to adults who live or work in Jefferson County and, with funding from the Colorado Gives Foundation, is free for all participants.
Whether you’re looking to begin your journey to civic engagement or deepen your impact and expand your networks, Civic Spark is for you!
The Colorado Secretary of State’s Elections Division is excited to announce that all Colorado high school students can submit their designs for the “I Voted” digital sticker contest.
Whether you are an aspiring artist or graphic designer or love expressing your creativity through drawing or illustration, they look forward to seeing what you will create. The creator of the winning design will be featured in a statewide press release, media coverage, and BallotTrax messages.
Additionally, the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office staff will present the award during an assembly at the artist’s school.
Contest dates
- Submission opens March 16, 2026 at 12:00 AM.
- Submission closes September 4, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
The Scholars Speaker’s Bureau is a dynamic program housed within UpRISE: Colorado’s Youth Tobacco Control Movement. It is designed to empower students in post-secondary spaces in Colorado to become influential voices on issues that matter to them including, but not limited to, tobacco and nicotine use. Through comprehensive training and hands-on project development, participants will gain invaluable skills in public speaking, advocacy, and civic engagement.
- Students enrolled in trade or vocational school: these programs provide job-specific training and are a key part of the post-secondary landscape.
- Students enrolled in a 2-year college: this refers to community colleges, which offer associate degrees and certificates.
- Students enrolled in a 4-year university: this includes undergraduate students pursuing bachelor’s degrees.
- Post-graduate students: this includes those pursuing Master’s, doctoral, and other professional degrees after earning a bachelor’s degree.
- Young adults aged 18-35.
- Your voice, your story, and your experiences are powerful! In this program, we will support you in sharing your voice to make a difference. We’ll equip you with the public speaking and storytelling skills to reach others effectively, as well as providing additional training to help you thrive.
Application deadline is rolling until September 13th and spots are limited!
Denver Metro Activation Tour Comes to Jefferson County
Courageous Colorado is a cross-partisan nonprofit working to strengthen democracy by increasing civic participation and bringing communities together. This September, we’re hosting a Denver Metro Activation Tour (DMAT)—a series of community conversations across the metro area where residents can connect, share ideas, and explore practical ways to strengthen local democracy.
We’re excited to visit several Jefferson County communities during the tour. Everyone is welcome, and students are especially encouraged to attend. Click below to register for the event that’s most convenient for you:
| City | Date | Time | Registration Link |
| Edgewater | 09/09/2026 | 9:00 — 10:30 | https://tinyurl.com/ |
| Lakewood | 09/09/2026 | 4:30 — 6:00 | https://tinyurl.com/ |
| Littleton | 09/22/2026 | 9:00 — 10:30 | https://tinyurl.com/ |
| Arvada | 09/23/2026 | 9:00 — 10:30 | https://tinyurl.com/DMATarvada |
| Golden | 09/23/2026 | 5:00 — 6:30 | https://tinyurl.com/DMATgolden |
| Wheat Ridge | 09/24/2026 | 9:00 — 10:30 | https://tinyurl.com/ |
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CREATIVE GATHERING
Release stress, awaken your creativity community – Coffee and snacks – Free!
Date- First Wednesday of every month August – December 2026
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Location: Mountair Christian Church 1390 Benton St, Lakewood, CO 80214
confidence and network needed to step into public decision-making spaces.
- 2–5 hours per month from October 2026 to May 2027
- Monthly 1:1 meeting with the fellow you are mentoring
At this time, the Children’s Program is free to families due to the ongoing generosity of donors.
- 7-12
- 7000 E. Belleview Ave, Suite 200 Greenwood Village, CO 80111
- September 10-12
- October 8-10
- November 12-14
- December 10-12
Jeffco Public Schools' 3rd Annual Back to School Bash
- Food stalls
- School supplies
- Resource fair
This free event is open to all students, families, staff and community members. It offers a day full of fun, food, and back-to-school resources ahead of the first day of school!
- Find local transit options
- Use RTD, Bird scooters & ebikes, and Uber
- Navigate your smartphone confidently
Jefferson County is taking action to support residents who may lose access to SNAP and WIC food benefits because of the federal government shutdown. Several county departments including Human Services, Public Health, and the Office of Emergency Management with the Sheriff’s Office are working together to share updates, connect people to resources and coordinate community support.
Visit the Resilient Jeffco webpage for:
- SNAP and WIC Updates
- Find Food Help
- Supporting Jeffco with Time, Money, or Food Items
- Food Safety for Donated or Shared Food
- Frequently Asked Questions
Positive Voice in Jefferson County
The Positive Voice in Jefferson County Initiative is a collective effort to empower and elevate the voices of those marginalized within our community. Recognizing we have more power and momentum together, we coordinate our efforts to advocate for our shared values, including health, safety, and well-being. We foster connection as we take action to build a more inclusive community.
Discussion typically centers around the following questions:
- What are you working on and how can folks support your efforts?
- What are you seeing/hearing; what should folks know regarding what is happening within the community?
- How can we best work together/coordinate our efforts?
Upcoming Meetings
- Tuesday, August 18th, 12 – 1:30 PM
- Tuesday, September 15th, 12 – 1:30 PM
- Tuesday, October 20th, 12 – 1:30 PM
- Tuesday, November 17th, 12 – 1:30 PM
Please email info@jeffcoctc.care for calendar invites and location details.
