2023 IMPACT REPORT

2023 IMPACT REPORT

The Year in Review

2023 was a year of foundation building for VOC's strategic plan and with it came an incredible season of positive and impactful change. Browse VOC's 2023 Impact Report below to learn how VOC has continued to adapt and respond to Colorado's most pressing stewardship needs.

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A NOTE FROM OUR CEO

Dear Friends and Supporters of VOC,


It’s no secret that Coloradans across the state continue to crave opportunities to find community and make a positive difference in this world. Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) is defined by opportunities like these, which keep people returning year after year.


At VOC, we cherish the interpersonal connections that blossom as volunteers explore new places and share new experiences. VOC projects bring together individuals who share a deep appreciation for the remarkable natural resources and outdoors spaces of Colorado fostering a sense of community rooted in this shared value.


As you delve into our 2023 Impact Report, you’ll see that when we join forces, our collective potential knows no bounds.


Imagine this: if every Coloradan dedicated just one day each year to volunteer, the positive impact generated would be one for the books. I hope you find the same inspiration that drives us, and I encourage you to consider: What small gift or gesture can you contribute to create a positive ripple effect across Colorado and our communities?


Thank you,

Chris Nesset

Chief Executive Officer

Chris Nesset

2023 ACCOMPLISHMENTS

In 2023, we completed nearly 100 volunteer projects across Colorado. 2,673 volunteers joined us on these projects, contributing 19,643 hours for a total donated labor value of $674,934. In addition, they:

  • Maintained 21 miles of trail
  • Built 3 miles of new trail
  • Planted and maintained 14,560 square feet of garden beds
  • Surveyed and treated 1,088 acres for invasive species
  • Built 37 structures for habitat improvement (Structures such as zeedyks and beaver dam analogs)
  • Harvested and donated 1,001 pounds of produce

In addition, VOC hosted 26 trainings through our Outdoor Stewardship Institute (OSI),

certified 9 new Crew Leaders, partnered with 16 organizations, and trained 269 people across Colorado.


See where we went in 2023:

2023 PROJECT MAP

2023 PROGRAM PARTNERS

VOC’s work is highly collaborative and we work with many government and nonprofit partners to make our field work successful. This year, we partnered with the following organizations on projects and trainings:

2023 CORPORATE TSD PARTNERS

VOC’s Corporate Team Stewardship Day (TSD) program provides organizations of all sizes the opportunity to give back to the places where their employees live, work, and play.
This year, 25 partners participated in TSD projects:

Alteryx

American Association of Airport Executives

Clove & Twine

CoralTree Hospitality

CORE Consultants

Delta Dental of Colorado

FactSet

Galloway

Kimmeridge Energy Management Company

Lockheed Martin

Marathon

Monarch Investment and Management Group

Newmont Mining Corporation

Origami Risk

Pivot Energy

Renewable Energy Systems

Screen Pilot

Salesforce

Schneider Electric

The Boeing Company

United Airlines

Viasat Inc.

Western Resource Advocates

Xcel Energy

2023 SUPPORTERS

2023 FINANCIALS

LOOKING AHEAD TO 2024

VOC is already planning for the 2024 volunteer season and will be celebrating it's 40th Anniversary as an organization. There will be an exciting lineup of events and projects to celebrate. In addition, VOC will be focused on:

Continuing to Implement the Strategic Plan

Growing Org-Wide Capacity through Seasonal Hires and Updates to Technology

Strengthening Partnerships


DONATE TODAY TO SUPPORT THIS IMPORTANT WORK

Join the growing community invested in the future of Colorado's outdoors and help VOC start strong in 2024. Donate online today; you can also donate over the phone at 303-715-1010 ext. 115 or via check mailed to PO Box 100577, Denver, CO 80250.


Companies may also be interested in learning more about our many sponsorship opportunities.


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