Needs From: ChaffeeVOLUNTEERS

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is accepting letters of interest from persons desiring to serve on the Chaffee County Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). The CAC shall consist of seven members who are full-time residents in Chaffee County. At least one member shall be chosen from each of the Commissioner Districts with the remaining four members “at large”.

The members shall be selected and approved by the BoCC, based on diverse and relevant background/skill sets as described in Resolution 2019-11. Members should not be affiliated with an organization applying for funding with the County although the CAC may appoint Subject Matter Experts from applicable agencies.

Three positions are to be filled at this time, one regular position and two alternate positions. Letters will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Letters can be dropped off in the Commissioner’s Office, located in the County Building at 104 Crestone Ave, 2nd Floor, Salida, or mailed to BOCC, Attn Tara Miller, P.O. Box 699, Salida, CO. 81201 or emailed to chaffeeadmin@chaffeecounty.org. For further information please call (719)530-5561

The Consultation Corps is a volunteer-driven initiative designed to strengthen nonprofit capacity across Chaffee County. The program connects skilled community members with local nonprofits seeking targeted, project-based support - focused on practical help, thoughtful partnerships, and real deliverables that move organizations forward.

Program Overview:

-Volunteer consultants donate 5–10 hours of their time to support nonprofits with clearly defined projects.

-Areas of support may include: Operational planning, Financial strategy, Strategic planning, Fund development, Board development, Communications, Program design or Evaluation.

-Consultants work collaboratively with nonprofits to complete specific deliverables, offering hands-on support rather than general advice. 

CCCF manages the program as a matchmaking model, pairing volunteers and nonprofits based on needs, expertise, communication style, and availability.

Step 1: Complete the volunteer registration form and indicate your areas of expertise, interests, and availability.

Step 2: CCCF staff will contact you within 10 business days to schedule a short interview and discuss potential matches.

Step 3: Once approved, you will join the Consultation Corps and be contacted when a project aligns with your skills and availability.

Step 4: Complete a consulting assignment of 5–10 hours, focused on agreed-upon deliverables for the nonprofit.

The Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF) currently has one board seat open.

We are searching for caring, thoughtful, and dedicated individuals who care about making Chaffee County a better place. A successful candidate will bring their life experience, expertise, and networks to their board service and will act not only as a fiduciary, but as an ambassador, for CCCF.

Board service, depending on committee appointments, typically requires between 3 and 5 hours of time each month between meetings and preparation.

Our Board Member agreement and prior meeting minutes can be found here and would be required prior to finalizing your candidacy.