Denver and the surrounding area has great restaurants and other activities/venues that offer high-class experiences that sometimes come with a higher than average price tag. "Splurge" will offer periodic opportunities to those who want to eat at fancy restaurants to do so, but don't usually get the chance, or who want to attend a charity event or fund-raiser where they can get dressed up and peek at how the "other half" indulge themselves. On average, I expect we'll eat out at nicer restaurants …

Why: I decided to make this group because I wanted to be more active in my community and meet new people in the process. I feel like a lot of young professionals are so busy with work and friends/family that we don't often have time to volunteer anymore or contribute back to the community like we should!! :) Purpose: To promote awareness about local and national charities. To raise money for these charities in an atmosphere that promotes fellowship and altruism among young professionals age 20-4 …

We are constantly posting opportunities to serve the underprivileged in our community. Sometimes these meetups are sports based such as football or soccer camps for at-risk youth, but often times we meetup to feed the homeless, mentor orphans, or volunteer at fundraising events serving the less fortunate. Our mission is to love "the least of these" in our community and reflect the love of Jesus Christ through the basic needs of these individuals. We work with several local organizations, some fa …

Denver Connections is a group of men and women in their 20s, 30s and 40s who are passionate about making a difference and having a good time all wrapped up in one. The purpose of the group is to: Bring people together for a good cause Connect and make new friends Promote awareness and raise money for local charities, specifically charities who seek to enhance the lives of people with  intellectual and developmental disabilities And to have a good time! It's our mission to create fun and exciti …

Getting together with our dogs to attend local fundraising events benefitting the welfare of animals.

At Your Service Arvada is an informal group of volunteers providing assistance to individuals and organizations. We believe that even the smallest act of service makes a big difference for all involved. If you find traditional service clubs a bit too structured, At Your Service Arvada may be a more flexible way for you to connect with others in the Arvada community who could use a hand. We collect no dues and there is no pressure to participate in any meeting or event. When you join, please let …

Christmas Caravan for Kids is a charitable toy run event held annually on the first Saturday in December and sponsored by Open Hearts, Open roads - a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation. CCFK's sole focus is to provide children and families with hope for a better Christmas season through the donation of toys and money to the USMC's "Toys 4 Tots" Foundation. We accomplish this year after year through the dedication of a few individuals working through out the year organizing a winter event that focus …

    Welcome to CraZy in Colorado! This is the Meetup group where your co-workers and friends will be eager to ask you, “What did you do this weekend?” because what you told them from the previous weekend. And when you go on a trip with us they will tell you “I always wanted to do that BUT…”. Plus you’ll get to do these things with some great people!   Most of the activities, events and trips that I’ll be putting together will be unique, a little unusual and/or a bit extreme experiences in Colora …

Who are we, and what do we do? Rocky Mountain Puppy Rescue is an amazing group of hard working volunteers and foster families that dedicate their time and energy to saving the lives of unwanted puppies and dogs. We transfer puppies from overcrowded, under funded rural shelters where the dogs are at risk of euthanasia, to a loving foster home where they get the affection, socialization and medical attention they need. From there it's on to our adoption events, where they get to meet the …

… Some of the ways that we accomplish this is through: couponing, a Common Security Club (http://localcircles.org/), consumer awareness, consumer sustainability, and social networking ( http://www.denverfunnetwork.com/). An example of the consumer aspect might be Angie's List, except that we are more relevant and realistic.  Are you often irritated at the circumstance of complaining to friends/coworkers about an experience with some business or industry and then your friends say "Yeah, I had the …

Please join us for the 2012 Festival 38 on W. 38th Avenue! This is an opportunity for you to explore and discover the great community on W. 38th Ave., the heart of Denver! Our annual festival brings together fun, food, and music for residents and visitors to enjoy and provide the time to get to know one another and the world we live in. We are looking for volunteers to staff the event throughout the day, and help with setup and takedown of booths. We could use help with sending out fliers, socia …

Team Challenge is the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s endurance training program. This exciting program trains you to race a sprint triathlon while helping the Foundation raise funds to find a cure for ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease (two chronic and often debilitating digestive diseases that impact 1.4 million Americans).

Philanthropy Without Borders is comprised of globally-minded individuals and businesses that believe in taking action through charitable and non-profit organizations. To achieve the greatest global impact in an environment of scarce resources, it is vital to employ our time, finances and connections in the most efficient and effective ways possible. As a resource in the Philanthropic community we strive to raise awareness through education, empower action through coordinated activities and encou …

The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicating to working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer.   Save the Date: PurpleStride Denver Saturday June 24, 2012  If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Beth for more information! 

This group is for women who want to make the best of their time in Colorado, but struggle with fitting in with the Colorado outdoor lifestyle. Maybe you moved here for a significant other's job, but do not share their love of hiking, or just find yourself unable to contribute to dinner party conversations about climbing the next 14'er. We aren't necessarily girly girls--we are open to things other than shopping, mani's and pedi's, and girls afternoons with coffee-- although we admit those are ni …

The Young Philanthropists Project of Adams and Broomfield Counties is a group of philanthropists and other cool people in their 20's, 30's and early 40's who's mission is to have fun, create friendships, and socialize while doing so! While we're at it, we establish professional relationships and help out a very special cause, CASA!  Court Appointed Special Advocates is a non-profit organization that supports abused and neglected children who are in the court system through no fault of their own. …