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The Greenway Foundation

The Greenway Foundation

Revitalizing Rivers. Reconnecting Communities.

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Stewardship Events

Our River Needs You!

Community stewardship has helped restore the river to the vibrant waterway we enjoy today.  But our work isn’t done. Join us and discover easy (and fun!) ways to make a difference. You can be part of creating a healthy watershed for today and tomorrow.

See the transformation you can make in one day!

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Over 25 Years of Stewardship Events

Stewardship Days are community-based events focused on enhancing the South Platte River and riverside parks. Volunteers help remove plant debris, restore crusher fine trails, repair and paint park fixtures, and remove trash from our local parks. Each year at Greenway Stewardship Events, over 2,000 volunteer hours are dedicated to Denver’s public parks.

Upcoming Stewardship Events

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South Platte Social: Young Professionals Summer Kick Off Volunteer Project

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Community Volunteer Day with Metro Water Recovery

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Greenway Leadership Corps Members prepare for a rock climbing adventure along the South Platte River.
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GLC: High Ropes Course

High School: Trail Building at Phantom Canyon 2023
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GLC: Trail Building at Phantom Canyon

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GLC: Kayaking & Camping

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One Water Day 2025

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Gala After Dark

Guests at Gala on the Bridge enjoy the beautiful park atmosphere by the historic 19th Street Bridge.
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Gala on the Bridge

CROSSCURRENTS Attendees enjoy the South Platte River
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CROSSCURRENTS

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Stewardship Events For Everyone

Restore parks along the South Platte River at Pacifico Preserves South Platte Stewardship Days. ​Our Stewardship Days are filled with meaningful volunteer work such as assisting with trash removal, trail repair, painting, graffiti removal, tree protection, removing invasive weeds, and more. Check the specific event to learn more about what volunteers will be doing that day and how you can be prepared to help.

The Greenway Foundation partners with Denver Parks and Recreation to select a park location and projects with the greatest need.  Stewardship Days have been hosted all along the South Platte River over the last three decades.  Come join us for the next opportunity to revitalize our river.

 
Pacifico Preserves
 

Thank you to all of our sponsors, partners, and volunteers that make our events possible!





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Young Professionals Clean Ups

Each quarter, we host a park & river clean up for young professionals. This is a fun opportunity to spend some time outside & make a positive impact on your community. Not only will you be contributing to a cleaner, healthier river, but you’ll also have the chance to meet other young professionals who share your passion for giving back and being outside.

Sign Up to Learn About the Next Clean Up

Stewardship Projects for Groups

TGF has river cleanup opportunities for corporate groups, religious groups, youth programs, and other entities! We can accommodate around 60 volunteers and we have several riverside parks that could use your help.

Interested in hosting your own stewardship event with your company or group? We can help!

Clean Up Interest Form
A family removes litter from the South Platte River during Spring Family Stewardship Day

Family Stewardship Events

If you love parks, love the river. People of all ages can make a difference and help ensure we take care of the South Platte River. That’s what being a good steward means. SPREE hosts family-friendly volunteer events at least twice a year to pick up trash in and along the river. Our expert educators make it a fun and rewarding time for everyone. Afterwards, we’ll come together for crafts and activities. Adults must attend with children under 12.

Check out our Events listings for the next Family Stewardship Day. Don’t see one upcoming? Subscribe to our newsletter to receive notifications about Stewardship opportunities and other events.

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Group of River Rangers pose together after a summer filled working at SPREE Camp.

Stewardship Opportunities for Youth

The Greenway Foundation gets high school students excited to become environmental stewards in Greenway Leadership Corps (GLC).  Any Denver high school student is welcome to join, and events are always free. Youth are ready to take on larger stewardship projects such as trail building events, clearing trash from a park, or leading other conservation efforts. GLC makes events meaningful and fun.

Greenway Leadership Corps hosts monthly adventures for participants.

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Safety & Health Precautions​​

We care about creating a safe environment for all of our programs and events. See our health and safety page for up-to-date information on safety protocols.

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Questions about Stewardship Events?

Please reach out to Julianne Gagnon at volunteer@greenwayfoundation.org

Thank You to Our Stewardship Event Sponsors
 
Pacifico Preserves
Mile High Flood District
The Nature Conservancy
Colorado Water Conservation Board
Riverfront Park Community Foundation
Denver Department of Parks and Recreation
Forgen
REI
Dutch Bros Coffee
 

The Greenway Foundation

1820 Platte Street, Denver, CO 80202

info@greenwayfoundation.org

303.481.1974

FEIN: 51-0193575

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