As we celebrate National Volunteer Awareness Week, we pause to recognize the extraordinary individuals whose generosity, compassion, and dedication strengthen our community every single day. Volunteers are the heartbeat of service—quietly giving their time, energy, and talents to make life better for others. Their impact is felt in our schools, our parks, our food programs, our emergency services, our youth activities, our senior support networks, our special events, and so many other corners of our community.
To every volunteer: thank you.
Thank you for showing up when it matters most.
Thank you for lending a hand, a voice, a skill, or simply your presence.
Thank you for believing that one person can make a difference—and proving it through your actions.
We also extend our gratitude to the many organizations that create opportunities for service and empower volunteers to thrive. Your leadership and commitment help weave the fabric of a stronger, more connected community.
Organizations Serving Our Community with Volunteer Assistance
- Alpine Outdoors Association
- Chamber of Commerce
- Friends of the Bears
- Friends of Lake City EMT’s
- Continental Divide Trail Gateway Community
- HCARE
- Hinsdale County
- Hinsdale County EMS
- Hinsdale County Search and Rescue
- Hinsdale County Historical Society & Lake City
Museum - Hinsdale County School District
- Lake City Area Fire Protection District
- Lake City DIRT
- Lake City Public Library & Friends of the Library
- Lake Fork Health Services District
- LCMC Endowment Board
- Lake City / Continental Divide Snowmobile
Club - Lake City Arts
- Lake City Skies
- Lake Fork Community Foundation
- Lake Fork Valley Conservancy
- Old West Shooters
- Pioneer Jubilee Women’s Club
- San Juan Solstice
- Silver Thread Public Health District which
includes Build-a-Generation and Senior
Connections - Town of Lake City
- WeeCare in Lake City
National Volunteer Awareness Week is a reminder that service is not just an act—it’s a spirit. It’s the belief that together, we can build something better than any one of us could build alone. We are deeply grateful for every volunteer who embodies that spirit and helps make our community a place where kindness is not only valued but lived.
While we will not be hosting a Celebrate Lake City event in June, we do encourage you to reach out to these organizations and volunteers and extend your appreciation.
Respectfully,
DIRT Board of Directors & Staff –
Greg Collins, Elaine Gray, Lydia McNeese,
Roger Presnall, Daniel Bernat,
Danielle Worthen, Sandy Murphy,
Diane Bruce, Kristie Borchers
Chamber Board of Directors & Staff –
Jacqui Wonnacott, Amy Hoedebeck, Wes Williams, Tannah Snow, Sandy Murphy,
Jesse Kendall, Kathleen Murphy, Raz Armeanca, Robin Gowdy, Kat Menzies
