Volunteer

Thank you for your interest in volunteer work for the Rape Assistance and Awareness Program (RAAP). We are honored that you want to give your time and energy to our organization. We couldn't do our work without you!

There are several ways you can help RAAP succeed:

  • 24-Hour Crisis Hotline

    Volunteer as an advocate on the 24-Hour Crisis Hotline. A Volunteer Hotline Advocate is often the first point of contact for those affected by sexual assault. You can make a difference by offering non-judgmental emotional support, crisis counseling, and resource information to victims of sexual assault and other interested parties. We offer a comprehensive training program for hotline volunteers, giving you the tools to feel comfortable and successful in this important position.

    If you are interested in volunteering for our hotline submit an application or for more information call (303) 329-9922 x310.

  • Hospital Advocate Volunteer Opportunities

    Be the safe and comforting person in a sea of confusion as a Volunteer Hospital Advocate. Respond to the hospital and provide advocacy and support to a sex assault victim.
    You’ll take the comprehensive hotline training, receive full Hospital Advocacy training, and shadow an experienced Hospital Advocate on a hospital visit.

  • Prevention Education Volunteer Opportunities
    Become involved in preventing sexual violence through various exciting projects and opportunities in the Prevention Education Department!

  • Help with RAAP mailings or other office projects

    Finally, one may volunteer to help with RAAP mailings or other office projects. Office projects sometimes require daytime availability on weekdays.

  • Special Projects
    • Website support
    • Outreach events
    • Bilingual Safety Skills instructor
    • General office help

    Submit an application or call (303)329-9922 for more information.

  • Development Volunteer

    We need grant writers to focus on our government grants. Assistance with our website/e-marking design and members of an event committee: sales, event planner, volunteer manager.

  • Other

    How do you feel you can help us? Talents, specialties, etc…

  • Click here to complete our Volunteer Application Form

In order to be considered for any volunteer opportunity, you must complete an application form and return it to RAAP, c/o Volunteer & Program Coordinator. If you have questions, please call 303-329-9922, ext. 310.

Again, thank you for your interest in the Rape Assistance and Awareness Program, and for helping to end sexual violence in our community! We look forward to meeting you.

"Volunteering for the hotline has given me the opportunity to give back to my community while challenging and enlightening myself. Our callers are some of the most courageous women and men I have ever met. They have experienced so much and it makes me feel so good to be able to support and listen to them. My training and experiences on the hotline have helped me in other ways as well. I think I'm a better friend, family member and employee because I volunteer at RAAP. This work and the people I come into contact with have strengthened my conviction in the inherent goodness of people. The staff and other volunteers at RAAP have become an extended family to me. I am so thankful to have them in my life." ~~Angie Dolan, Hotline Advocate