Get Involved!
At Vot8, we champion the idea that involvement in local politics is the best way to create large-scale change in our communities and the nation as a whole.
We have a fantastic collection of Colorado-based groups with diverse causes. If you’re passionate about climate change, workers’ rights, safe communities, (or anything else!) you’re sure to find a group in need of your unique skills and perspectives!
Groups are listed in alphabetical order, and being listed on this page doesn’t mean our endorsement of the totality of each group’s ideology.
350 Colorado
Working to finance a clean, renewable energy future by promoting fossil fuel divestment and reinvestment in solutions, this group promotes that with a critical mass of decitated people power, we can win and change the course of history! Find out more here!
Adams County Democrats
Protecting Rights. Advancing Justice. Building Power. We’re not just electing Democrats—we’re building a stronger community in Adams County. From organizing neighborhoods to developing new leaders, we’re growing a movement rooted in fairness, inclusion, and year-round action. Check them out HERE!
Aurora Unidos CSO
Defend our communities! Visit this LinkTree for more information about organizing, building up community defense, and the fight for Chicano liberation!
Brown Berets of Tepetl’an
Defend ALL communities from La Migra! Stand for civil rights + Chicano and Indigenous cultures! Find them on instagram at @brownberets_tepetlan or reach out at (720) 282-1802.
Colorado Care Workers Unite
Part of SEIU Local 105, this organization of Coloradan direct care workers fights to make direct care jobs good and sustainable by forming unions, changing the state-run standards board, and protecting Medicaid. Click here to learn more!
Colorado Wins
This group exits to make state workers’ lives better by winning better wages, benefits, protections, and working conditions. Find out more at coloradowins.org
Democracy Now- NOCO Events
NoCo spotlight of grassroots and local events. However you show up: share it, shout it, honk it, put on a sign. Follow them on Instagram at @democracynownoco_events to stay up-to-date on local activism opportunities and events.
Greeley Free Press
GFP is Greeley’s newest Independent News resource. Follow their substack for news and stories that matter to you.
Greeley Mutual Aid
What is Mutual Aid? The voluntary, reciprocal exchange of recourses, support, and services among people in a community to meet each other’s needs. Why do we need it? It enables communities to directly and effectively meet people’s needs during crises, inequality, or when state and market systems prove inadequate. Join your community today!
It Just takes 1
It Just Takes 1 is a grassroots organization dedicated to encouraging voter registration and participation in local elections all designed to inspire civic engagement. Follow them on Facebook here!
Indivisible
Indivisible helps everyday people turn outrage into action and build lasting power. Find your local chapter here.
M.E.Ch.A De Auraria
The Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanos de Aztlan is an organization formed in the 60s that inspires young chicanos to be proud of who they are, especially within higher education. They invite every person who is passionate about the Chicano struggle to help and support their fight for justice and pride. Fill out their interest form here!
Notes of Dissent
This activist marching band is seeking new members, regardless of skill! They have chapters in Fort Collins, Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder. Loaner instruments are available, and they are always seeking new members. Find out more at notesofdissent.org
People’s March- Denver
Born from the Women’s March, Denver’s People’s March stood in solidarity for intersectional feminism. Advocating for targeted and marginalized communities, with an emphasis on womxn who have additional marginalized identities, this movement fights for resistance, representation, and rights around the world. Volunteer here!
Progress Now
Since 2003, ProgressNow has been developing our network of state partner organizations to fill a unique and critical role in the progressive infrastructure of key states. Since 2003, ProgressNow has been developing our network of state partner organizations to fill a unique and critical role in the progressive infrastructure of key states. Learn more at https://progressnow.org/
Raise Her Voice
Raise Her Voice is a community-driven movement uplifting women and marginalized voices through education, advocacy and action. They are seeking partners, mentors, board members, and volunteers. Join the movement here!
Revolutionary Communists of America
The RCA is a party of class fighters committed to the complete overthrow of capitalism. They fight to establish a workers’ government that can mobilize the working class to tackle the capitalist roots of war, inequality, oppression and climate catastrophe. Learn more at https://communistusa.org.
Solar United Neighbors
Volunteer to help this group educate communities about solar energy and work towards building an energy system that works! Learn more at solarunitedneighbors.org.
Sunrise Denver
The Sunrise Movement is organizing thousands of young people to build a world where everyone has access to clear air and water, full pantries of food, affordable housing, free public transportation, good and meaningful jobs, vibrant community centers, and lives filled with JOY. Learn more at sunrisemovment.org and sign up to join the Denver chapter here!
Swing Left / Ground Truth
Swing Left Launches Ground Truth, Nationwide Program to Transform How Democrats Rebuild Trust with Voters to Win in 2026 and Beyond! Learn more HERE!
Third Act Colorado
If you are 60+ and wondering how to turn your concerns into meaningful action to save our democracy and fight climate change, Third Act is a growing community of Coloradans using their time, skills, and life experience to protect the places we love and the future! Find out more here!
Trust Brigade
Trust Brigade is a volunteer-powered deep canvassing operation built by veteran organizers and focused on Colorado’s 8th Congressional District (CD8). CD8 is one of the most competitive swing districts in America and crucial for Democrats to retake the House.
United for a New Economy
United for a New Economy (UNE) is a multiracial community organization building people power and developing leaders in the cities and counties surrounding Denver to create a thriving economy in Colorado.
Uniting Against the Elites/ Black Panthers
“You deserve more than what the elites are giving you!”
The Black Panther Party was created to bring power to the black community and support all people that have been oppressed by a racist and socially-biased system. Visit uate.net for a guidebook for bringing change to your community, and more ways to get involved!
We Keep Us Safe
We Keep Us Safe COLORADO is a grassroots initiative to help organize proactively and effectively to protect our community members from being illegally and inhumanely kidnapped by ICE. We are developing a hub of resources and best practices, and we are educating and activating community members through canvassing, training, and outreach. Learn more at https://wkus-co.org/linkstack/
Wildlands Restoration Volunteers
Heal the land and build community at wrv.org. Visit this site to view all projects and sign up to volunteer with this amazing group!
If you know an activist group you feel should be listed, send it to us at info@voicesofthe8th.org