When I found out this semester in my Gender and communication class that I would have to do at least 12 hours of volunteer work for an organization geared toward gender, I was so excited! I was even more hyped when I found out that the organization I would be helping was the center. Immediatly, the expectations of this class I had heard so much about; were beyond doubt 100% met.
The center is located in Denver Colorado on East Colfax. It is the only statewide, nonprofit community center that is strictly dedicated to providing support and advocacy for Colorado’s (GLBT) population. For those of you who have no idea what that stands for its simple; it stands for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered society. I was shocked to find out that the center started out in a one bedroom apartment with two employees, and has now grown into the third oldest LGBT community in the country! How’s that for growth and gender awareness?
Recently I was fortunate enough to help with Denver’s annual Artopia celebration. Artopia is a special event that is sponsored by different vendors whose main goal is to raise money for a local nonprofit organization. Five venues are included in this elaborate celebration, and with the help of Denver’s best local artists, musicians and performers they are able to raise a significant amount of revenue every year. The center fortunately was the organization, blessed enough to receive some of that mullah.
The expectations I had for my organization have been remarkably exceeded. I wanted to find a warm community of people with a staff that is just as compassionate about life as me. I have truly found that at The center. I love being around good people it can only make you a better person; It doesn’t even feel like I’ve almost completed my volunteer hours. That has to say a lot about my boss and her wonderful assistant.
I’m happy to say that the fundraising frenzy at The Center isn’t over yet, on March 10, 2011 The centeris hosting their annual Jokers, Jewels and Justice Casino night. I’m really excited to help out; my boss tells me it’s a wonderful time.
Don’t miss the 14th Annual Jokers, Jewels & Justice, an elegant evening of casino gaming that directly benefits The Center’s Legal & Advocacy program.
In conclusion, I have to say, I love this organization. It truly lets me know that there are still a number of good hearted, genuinely first rate people still left in the world! God bless The Center!
No, God has blessed The Center!
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