Environmental Studies / Geography

Springs Rescue Mission

Springs Rescue Mission is a faith based organization that serves the homeless and needy of Colorado Springs. We are interdenominational and work with a wide range of churches, organizations, donors, and volunteers. No one is denied services because of race, color, creed, sex, or national origin.


Suicide Prevention Partnership

Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention provides education on suicide prevention, Children Left Behind by Suicide, free counseling and the Jeffrey & Kevin Graham Support Services for persons with thoughts or actions towards suicide and their family members. Our mission is to unite people to prevent suicide by delivering education, intervention and support strategies (719)596-5433


Trails and Open Space Coalition

Dedicated to the preservation of open space and parks, and the creation of a network of trails, bikeways and greenways for the Pikes Peak Region. The Trails and Open Space Coalition is a non-profit serving the region for over 25 years. Home to the Starlight Spectacular, TOSC is a great place to intern or volunteer • Read More »


University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Office of Sustainability

The UCCS Office of Sustainability unites the efforts of faculty, staff and students to support development and lifestyles on campus and in the community that sustain natural resources and protect the environment, ultimately ensuring the ability of future generations to meet their needs too.


YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all through a variety of programs.


Youth for Understanding

YFU is one of the world’s largest and most respected international educational exchange organizations. A network of over 50 independent national organizations worldwide, YFU representatives work together to advance learning across cultures. Within each country’s culture, YFU organizations subscribe to and operate under a common set of principles and standards that aim to facilitate cooperation • Read More »