1. Check out our website, attend a recruitment party, call us in Aspen at (970) 920-2130 or in Basalt at (970) 927-1001, or stop by our Aspen office, located in the Red Brick, Suite 125, with any questions you may have!
2. Apply. You can apply directly online or download a PDF version of our Big Buddy application. You may mail the application to:
3. Interview: Once we have received your application, one of the case managers will be calling you to schedule a personal interview.
4. Background Checks: After the interview, The Buddy Program will run four background checks, one that requires you to get fingerprinted, as child safety is our priority. We also ask for a color copy of your driver's license, and copies of your auto insurance and a declarations page.
5. References: Your case manager will make three telephone reference calls and ask for three letters of reference. These letters can be mailed or e-mailed to your case manager.
6. Training: All of our Big Buddies are asked to attend a one hour training session before they begin with their Little Buddy. The trainings are very thorough and provide the opportunity to answer any further questions or concerns. Your case manager will send you an e-vite to let you know when and where the training is taking place.
7. Pairing: Once a volunteer has been interviewed, screened, and trained, our case managers will work on pairing them with a Little Buddy. Buddies are paired for interests, age and gender.
8. Have Fun with your new Buddy!
Big Buddy Application (Online Form)
Junior Buddy Referral (Online Form)
Big Buddy Application (PDF)
Junior Buddy Referral (PDF)
**Each of these forms is managed by a secure link**
Please note that we only serve from Aspen to El Jebel. If you are referring a child from further down valley, please contact YouthZone.
Discount ListGala Volunteers
Every July, Lenny "Boogie" Weinglass hosts a fundraiser for over 600 people at his ranch. We need assistance with the silent auction, decorations, set-up, food service, checking in, and checking out.
Race Volunteers
On July 4th and the week leading up to it, The Buddy Program needs volunteers to fill positions such as pre-registration, registration, course marshals, and spotters.
No time to volunteer?
- Attend the annual Boogie's Gala
- Join The Buddy Program National Council
- Make a donation to The Buddy Program Endowment Fund
- Become a race and or gala sponsor
- Make a gift to the annual fund
- Take advantage of your company's Matching Gift Program
- Donate an item to our live or silent auction
- Donate an in-kind product or service
