Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP food assistance
12157 W Cedar Drive, Suite 100, Lakewood CO 80228
Get help applying for services and benefits
Statewide
Lakewood
Benefits in Action is a nonprofit that helps people apply for Medicaid, Medicare, help paying for prescriptions, SNAP, dental care for low income older adults, and mental health services throughout Colorado. Call 720-221-8354 for an appointment or email them at info@benefitsinaction.org. Through October, they can also help you file your taxes (for free) in order to receive your Colorado Cashback!
More Info$30/month subsidy for internet access
Statewide
The Affordable Connectivity Program is a federal program that subsidizes access to the internet for low-income individuals and families $30 a month. Eligibility is determined by your income of if someone in the household is on SNAP or Medicaid. Click on the website link to find a list of providers in Colorado.
More Infocell phone, cell phone bill, connectivity, Internet Service, phones
Statewide
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program run by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to help low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices like a laptop or tablet. You are likely eligible if your household’s income is below 200% of the Federal Poverty Line, or if you or someone you live with currently receives a government benefit like SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, WIC, Pell Grant, or Free and Reduced-Price Lunch. If your household is eligible, you could receive: Up to a $30/month discount on your internet service Up to a $75/month discount if your household is on qualifying Tribal lands A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer (with a co-payment of more than $10 but less than $50) A low cost service plan that may be fully covered through the ACP*
More Infobedding, clothing, dishes, furniture
Statewide
Arc stores are located in many Colorado ciites and a good source for inexpensive used clothes. The stores have special sale days, such as every Saturday most items are half off. Click on website for locations and hours.
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9801 East Colfax Avenue, Aurora CO 80010
Denver Metro
Aurora
Aurora Community Connection offers programs and services designed to celebrate families’ strengths and respond to community needs. They offer every member of the family access to health and education. Contact them for assistance in Parenting support, Adult education, Education programs for youth, Insurance application assistance, Resources and Referrals, Health screenings, Nutrition & wellness programs.
More Infobehavioral health services, computer lab, dental, employment help, financial literacy, housing assistance, mail storage, meals, medical, medication storage
13387 E 19th Pl, Aurora CO 80011
Denver Metro
Aurora
Aurora Day Resource Center provides breakfast and lunch, mail storage, medication storage, dental, medical, and behavioral health services, computer lab, employment help, financial literacy, housing assistance, and more.
More Info5894 S Datura Street, Littleton CO 80120
Littleton United Methodist Church (distribution table on south side of Shepperd Avenue)
Denver Metro
Littleton
Break Bread provides free community meals for anyone who walks through their doors on Saturdays from 4-6pm. Every Wednesday from 4-6pm they provide a free to-go meal and essential supplies. Break Bread also provides learning opportunities.
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657 W Colorado Avenue Telluride CO 81435
Southwest CO
Telluride
Bright Futures is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in the San Juan Region. They improve life outcomes for children by providing support to their families and child care providers during the pivotal period of development. They provide individualized support services and resource navigation to strengthen families and increase resilience and self-sufficiency. Bright Futures works to improve access, availability, and quality of early childhood care and education.
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6 Garden Center, Suite 1, Broomfield CO 80020
Denver Metro
Broomfield
FISH provides a variety of family support services. They serve residents of Broomfield County who earn an annual income that is at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. They offer services that include Food security, Transportation assistance, Rent and Utility assistance, Family resource services, & a mobile food pantry. They offer both indoor shopping and drive-thru distribution for their Food Pantry.
More Info3315 S Broadway, Englewood CO 80113
Denver Metro
Englewood
Cafe 180 is a nonprofit that believes everyone deserves a great meal. Everything is made from scratch, and when it comes time to pay, if you can afford the meal, pay. If you can't pay, you can give of your time.
More Info429 West 10th Street, Pueblo CO 81003
Southeast CO
Pueblo
Catholic Charities Diocese of Pueblo serves families regardless of religious, ethnic, social or economic backgrounds. Families in their programs benefit from their 2Gen- approach, which focuses on creating opportunities and addressing needs of both children and their guardians. Their main focus is towards early childhood well-being and education. They help encourage an environment that supports the full potential of the child and helps prepare them for school and beyond. Additional programs they have, provide assistance that helps those with barriers to employment transitional jobs/technical training, Home stability, School readiness, Family support, Life skills, Immigration services, and Child Abuse prevention.
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228 N Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs CO 80903
Southeast CO
Colorado Springs
Catholic Charities Provides Help and Creates Hope for people who are poor and vulnerable in the Colorado Springs area through the efforts of a wide range of programs and services. They offer family services that include Family counseling, Education, Immigrations services, ESL classes, Legal and Tax assistance, Clothing needs, Shelter referrals, Rent and Utility assistance, and Health Resources.
More Infojob preparation, Life skills, parenting program, transitional housing, WAGEES re-entry provider
2415 Lake Avenue, Pueblo CO 81004
Southeast CO
Pueblo
Christlife Ministries provides transitional housing, parenting program, job preparation, and life skills.
More Infobus tokens, case management, food pantry, ID vouchers, programs for children
1585 Kingston Street, Aurora CO 80010
Denver Metro
Aurora
Colfax Community Network provides information and resources for adults and children living along Colfax Avenue. They provide case management, ID vouchers, bus tokens, food pantry, and programs for children. You can get help as a walk-in on Tuesday and Thursday during their walk-in hours, or call to make an appointment.
More Info2100 Broadway, Denver CO 80205
Denver Metro
Denver
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless provides Community Resources, a program designed to help homeless adults without children meet their short-term needs and to transition people with more intensive needs into other services. They can help with applying for permanent housing, shelter information, applying for benefits, and more. Staff are bilingual. See website for hours to walk-in for an appointment later in the day on Monday or Tuesday.
More InfoOne-stop-shop for food resources
Statewide
This website from HungerFree Colorado is a one-stop-shop for food resources across Colorado. Click on the website link and use the filters to find what's available.
More InfoFunding to help with food costs when schools close
Statewide
The Colorado P-EBT Program provides additional funds for families when schools or childcare facilities were closed or on a remote or hybrid learning model due to COVID-19. Click on the website link to learn more. You can also call their Support Center at the number below.
More Infocomputers, discounted, internet, low-income, wi-fi
Discounted Internet
Statewide
Comcast's Internet Essentials is a high-speed, low-cost internet service for eligible low-income households at a cost of $9.95 per month. Wireless Wi-Fi is included. The program is open to anyone eligible for public help, from food stamps and Pell Grants to Medicaid. Click on the website to learn more.
More Info11011 W 6th Avenue, 2nd floor, Lakewood CO 80215
Denver Metro
Lakewood
C3 provides referrals, resources, and services for people who live in Jefferson County, including those who've been incarcerated. C3 provides connections to health care, substance use treatment, GED, computer lab, life skills, trade skills, documents, food, clothing, and much more. Click on the website link and the pdf below to learn more.
More Infocellphone, data, free, free phones, obama phone, phones, tablets
3737 W Colfax Avenue, Denver CO 80204
Free Phones and $20 Tablets
Statewide
Denver
Community Outreach Centers provide free phones and data plans. They also provide tablets for $20. Call or walk in to get signed up for a phone. To qualify, you only need to have an active EBT or Medicaid. You need to bring a valid Colorado state-issued ID to their office. Community Outreach Centers will soon be statewide in Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Grand Junction, and Greeley. Click on the website link to learn more.
More Infoagape, Christian, church, clothing, clothing bank, community, community outreach, cosc, counseling, flagger, food, food bank, forklift, jobs, Marcus, Marcus weaver, mentor, mentorship, outreach, reentry, religious, service, training
2515 California Street, Denver CO 80205
Denver Metro
Denver
Community Outreach Service Center provides food, clothing, information about resources, job information, and drug and alcohol counseling. On Friday food is distributed next door at Agape Church from 11am to 1pm.
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Southwest CO
Divide
Community Partnership Family Resource Center offers programs and services that are meant to help strengthen families. They offer in depth resources some of which include Family Development, Parent Enrichment, Healthy Living, Playgroups, GED programs and Community resources.
More Infobasic needs, employment, food, housing
5345 Arapahoe Avenue #5, Boulder CO 80303
Supports Bridge House!
Denver Metro
Boulder
Community Table Kitchen is a social enterprise of Bridge House. They provide Take and Bake Meals, food gifts, and a catering service.
More Info10 W. Fourteenth Ave. Pkwy. Denver, CO 80204
Denver Metro
Denver
The Denver Public Library has a community technology center that offers technology classes. The class schedule changes every month, so you will need to call, check the website, or drop by. If you are a beginner and know nothing about computers, ask about classes that will help you get started. You can receive help from the basics to coding. Other public libraries also provide technology centers.
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851 Dry Gulch Rd, Estes Park CO 80517
Northeast CO
Estes Park
Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park is a Christian service agency helping Estes Valley residents in need, including the temporarily unemployed who receive short-term assistance, and the working poor or persons with low fixed incomes who receive ongoing services. Crossroads Ministry partners with numerous other agencies to maximize benefits to clients, and encourages self- sufficiency through educational opportunities.
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822 Grand Avenue, Delta CO 81416
Southeast CO
Delta
Delta Family Center provides programs and services that revolve around nurturing skills in building a healthy, reliable, and responsible foundation for families. They have unique curated programs like the Backpack Program and the BELA prekindergarten program that focus on growth and development of young children. They also provide courses that promote Healthy lifestyles, as well as encouraging parents to be empowering teachers for their kids, along with Financial Health Classes and other family oriented services.
More Info4407 Morrison Road, Denver CO 80219
Denver Metro
Denver
The Denver Indian Center Inc. (DICI) is an urban cultural gathering center for the American Indian/ Alaska Native community of the Denver Metro area, but it is also a community center for everyone. All are welcome. DICI provides programs that support the Native youth and community, including the justice-involved, with a food bank, a fantastic Workforce Program, Fatherhood Program, COVID-19 resources, and more.
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1633 Fillmore St, Suite GL2, Denver CO 80206
Denver Metro
Denver
The Denver Indian Family Resource Center was founded in 2000 to respond to the overrepresentation of American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) families involved in the child welfare system. They provide services and community programs to families who self-identify as AI/AN in the Denver area. Additionally, DIFRC provides Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) advocacy to support reunification efforts for families who are involved in the child welfare system. Through consistency and success they have established a revered reputation and demonstrated success in serving as a single point of entry for comprehensive, intensive, and collaborative community-based services to vulnerable AI/AN children and their caregivers.
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1212 Mariposa Street, Denver CO 80204
Denver Metro
Denver
DICP provides a food pantry, bus passes, mail collection, diapers, hygiene packages and more. The food pantry operates on Saturdays from 9am-noon. Immigrant Center hours are Monday thru Wednesday from 10am-3pm. Emergency resource hours are Monday thru Friday from 9am-3pm. Senior congregate meals for people 60+ are Thursdays and Fridays at 11am.
More InfoDenver, Gang reduction, intervention, violence reduction, youth
303 West Colfax, 13th floor, Denver CO 80204
Help for parents and youth!
Denver Metro
Denver
The Office of Community Violence Solutions helps youth, adults, and families facing gang violence and high risk behaviors. They primarily serve people who live in Denver County and a little bit into the Denver metro area. Anyone of any age is welcome to call for help with problem solving and finding resources.
More Infodress for success, help for women, professional clothing, shoes, success, women, women clothes
2425 S Colorado Blvd, #200 Denver CO 80222
Denver Metro
Denver
From head to toe, Dress for Success can outfit you to look your best! Dress for Success--Denver provides professional clothing at no cost to women who are seeking economic independence. If you need clothing for a job interview, you'll need to be referred by a parole officer, re-entry specialist, probation officer, or community organization (see Community Organizations in the Jobs section for a long list). If you already have a job and need clothing, you may call the office directly to arrange a time to come in. This is also a great opportunity for people who self-identify as female (including those who still display as masculine) to get help with professional clothing.
More Info1600 Downing Street, Suite 400, Denver CO 80218
help for homeless youth living on Denver's streets
Denver Metro
Denver
Dry Bones Denver is a faith-based organization that helps homeless teens and young adults living near downtown Denver. Dry Bones staff and volunteers are committed to serving those that need assistance. They are very supportive in becoming companions toward the success of their clients. Dry Bones connects these young people with resources, nutrition, entertainment, new friends and more.
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1575 Yarmouth Ave, Boulder CO 80304
Denver Metro
Boulder
EFAA provides stabilizing services, innovative programs, and transformative advocacy to strengthen families and create a thriving community. EFAA provides stabilizing services, innovative programs, and transformative advocacy to strengthen families and create a thriving community. As Boulder’s Family Resource Center, they are dedicated towards helping members of the community meet their immediate needs and springboard out of poverty. They assist families with resources like Food assistance, Children's Programs, Financial assistance, Family Housing, Basic needs and Strength based case management.
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1182 Graves Ave, Unit A, PO Box 3373, Estes CO 80517
Northwest CO
Estes Park
EVICS Family Resource Center supports and promotes quality early childhood services and provides parent education so that all children in the Estes Valley have the care, support, and opportunities necessary to grow, learn, and succeed. They provide services that encourage child development that include Parenting workshops, Childcare provider support & Diaper Banks.
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27640 Hwy 74, Evergreen CO 80439
Denver Metro
Evergreen
EChO offers a range of wraparound services to help community members who are facing personal or economic adversity. Contact a Client Advocate for help with short-term crisis situations, long-term support services, information and referrals with the goal of a return to self-sufficiency and sustainability. Referrals may be made to EChO programs or to one of their community partners for additional services. Areas served include Evergreen (I-70 to Floyd Hill), Kittredge, Idledale, Lookout Mountain, Genessee, Indian Hills, Morrison foothills, and 285 west of C-470 up to and including Conifer. Please set up an appointment with a Client Services Advocate to begin the process by calling 303-670-1796. ID and proof of residency is required. EChO’s main office and food bank are located at the address given on the grounds of the Church of the Transfiguration in Bancroft Hall.
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12000 E 47th Ave, Suite 113, Denver CO 80239
Denver Metro
Denver
Families Forward Resource Center (FFRC) is a full service community service center providing supportive services and programs to northeast Denver and north Aurora, CO. FFRC operates as a collaborative organization. No matter what need comes up, either FFRC is prepared to address it, or we have a partnership in place that can provide the necessary support. FRCC offers a variety of resources that include Community health, Youth development, Family development services, Family advocacy, and Kathy's Kamp Summer Camp.
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251 W 4th Street, Silverthorne CO 80498
Northwest CO
Silverthorne
FIRC works to strengthen local families through education and financial resources. They believe strong sustainable families are the key to a strong and healthy community. They provide the following services Supportive services, Medical & Dental Assistance, Health & Wellness, Food Pantries, Parenting Groups and Events.
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419 Lipan Street, Denver CO 80204
Denver Metro
Denver
Family Promise of Greater Denver helps people experiencing homelessness. They have a rental assistance program and other strategies to help people facing homelessness avoid the shelter system. They only work with families with children under the age of 18. They will work with people outside of the Denver Metro area. Call to see if you are eligible.
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120 Main Street, Sterling CO 80751
Northeast CO
Sterling
The Family Resource Center offers a variety of ongoing programs for parents, guardians, youth, and children that aim to foster the development of healthy family units. They provide Parenting classes, Programs for teens, Family support programs, and a Baby Box Program.
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400 Sopris Ave, Carbondale CO 81623
Contact your school's liaison to sign up for assistance
Northwest CO
Carbondale
The Family Resource Center of the Roaring Fork Schools is available to connect families to community resources and provide case-management. If you need assistance, or if you are worried about a student or family’s basic needs (food, housing, financial security, health care access, etc.) contact them via email, phone call or visit them in person.
More Infodental, eye clinic, laundry, mail, massage, meals, medical, showers, wifi, yoga
1101 West 7th Avenue, Denver CO 80204
Denver Metro
Denver
Father Woody's provides breakfast and lunch; private showers and free laundry, free wireless access and mail/document safe keeping, outreach coordinator to help finding resources related to housing, jobs, and transportation. They also have an eye clinic and weekly medical and dental clinic, massage therapy and yoga classes.
More Info225 Maple Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521
Northeast CO
Fort Collins
FoCo is a nonprofit restaurant in Fort Collins that empowers all people through food. The suggested fee for an all-you-can-eat meal is $12, but patrons who can't afford that much may pay as little as $4 and make up the difference with their work. Meals are nutritious and made daily using fresh locally grown ingredients. Their fantastic menu is posted on their website.
More Infoadult education, community engagement training, entrepreneurial training and opportunities, health and wellness navigation, mental health clinical services, school readiness, workforce training
2501 East 48th Avenue, Denver CO 80216
Denver Metro
Denver
Focus Points helps low-income people living in northeast Denver. They provide adult education programs, school readiness for children, health and wellness navigation and classes, mental health clinical services, workforce training, entrepreneurial training and opportunities, and community engagement training.
More Infofood bank, SNAP, SNAP food assistance
Find nearby food pantries; get help filling out SNAP application
Statewide
Denver
Food Bank of the Rockies has a great tool on their website to help you find nearby food pantries. Click on the website link below and then click on the red button at the top that says Find Food. Then type in your address to see the list and map of nearby pantries and food sources. Food Bank of the Rockies can also help with filling out a SNAP application. Call the number below or email fbrsnap@foodbankrockies.org.
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700 S. 8th St. Cañon City, CO 81212
Southwest CO
Canon City
Starpoint provides essential services to two vulnerable populations: children – and their families – and adults with cognitive and physical challenges. They have been providing services and support to individuals, families, and communities in Fremont, Chaffee, and Custer counties. Services provided by Starpoint include Adult services, Children services, Family support services, Host homes, Case management, The Starpoint Foundation and many other Resources.
More Infoclothing, day care, dental, eyeglasses, hearing aids, medical equipment, mobility equipment, presriptions
PO Box 937, Littleton CO 80160-0937
Statewide
Littleton
Friends of Man helps with a variety of needs on a statewide basis, including hearing aids, eyeglasses, dental, mobility equipment, clothing, day care, presriptions, medical equipment, and more. They ONLY accept applications (it's on their website) through a referring professional (counselor, nurse, probation or parole officer, social worker, etc).
More Infocareer development, clothes, clothing, donations, employment, goodwill, goodwill of colorado, job skills, job training, on the job training, rehire, thrift store, workforce
Statewide
Goodwill of Colorado provides career development resources and life-skills training those that have justice involvement. Through its thrift stores, donations, corporate partnerships and recycling processes, Goodwill has worked for more than a century in Colorado to ensure individuals have access to career and life pathways that allow them to live to their fullest potential. Goodwill of Colorado offers the ReHire Colorado transitional employment program. An 11-week program that helps people re-enter the workforce. If you qualify, you can get paid, on-the-job training that will help you develop job skills and get a better job. Goodwill of Colorado is your destination for affordable, high-quality and name-brand clothing for everyone in your family—plus furniture, housewares, electronics, books, music, movies, sporting goods, tools, and more! Goodwill is always looking for new team members, and when you work for Goodwill and get the satisfaction of knowing you are contributing to something big. With locations in the Denver and Colorado Springs metro areas, Fort Collins to the north, Pueblo and Durango in the south, Fort Morgan in the east, and Grand Junction in the west, there are plenty of opportunities across Colorado!
More Infocafe, coffee, food, free food, graceful cafe, gracefull
5610 S. Curtice St, Littleton CO 80120
Gather. Eat. Give.
Denver Metro
Littleton
GraceFull Cafe is a wonderful place to grab some breakfast or lunch. Paying is always optional, as is paying extra to help provide a meal for someone else. So join them in whatever way makes sense for you –share a cup of coffee with a good meal, volunteer, but most importantly, experience community.
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245 S 1st Street, Grand Junction CO 81501
Northwest CO
Grand Junction
Grand Valley Catholic Outreach provides emergency help for people living in Grand Valley. Their programs include a day center at another location, soup kitchen, clothing bank, financial help with rent, utilities, ID documents, and medications. They may also have some have housing opportunities.
More Infojob counseling, laundry, mail, phones, storage
302 Pitkin Avenue, Grand Junction CO 81502
Northwest CO
Grand Junction
Grand Valley Catholic Outreach provides a day center for people who are homeless, ages 18 and older. Showers, laundry, telephone, mail, and storage are provided. Twice a week medical personnel provide preventative health care. Job counseling provided as well as an onsite counselor.
More Info740 Gunnison Ave, Suite 218 & 220, Grand Junction CO 81501
Local resource guide also available!
Northwest CO
Grand Junction
Grand Valley Peace & Justice is a community agency that provides help to people who are struggling/homeless/low income. Their resource desk has lots of information to help you connect to more resources in the area. They also provide vouchers for ID documents, a food pantry for people who "carry their homes on their back," annual resource fairs, resource navigation, advance medical directives, and have a notary on site. They provide their own Community Resource Guide! Click on the pdf link below to see all of the information they collect about community resources.
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1638 Park Street, Castle Rock CO 80109
Denver Metro
Castle Rock
The Douglas Elbert Task Force's Help and Hope Center provides food, hygiene items, housing assistance, utility assistnace, clothing, household items, help getting IDs, referrals to other resources, and help with job search. You need to bring photo ID, Social Security numbers and dates of birth for all family members, proof of your gross family income, and proof that you live in Douglas or Elbert County (current bill is an example)
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1129 Colorado Avenue Grand Junction CO 81501
Southwest CO
Grand Junction
Western Colorado has turned to Hilltop for compassionate and comprehensive human services. We put people first and give them the tools and support they need to face life’s challenges. Their wide-ranging programs offer real world solutions designed to give people of all ages a chance at long-lasting success. The Hilltop Program offers services for Families, Youth, Adults and Seniors.
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540 South 1st Street, Montrose CO 81401
Southwest CO
Montrose
Western Colorado has turned to Hilltop for compassionate and comprehensive human services. We put people first and give them the tools and support they need to face life’s challenges. Their wide-ranging programs offer real world solutions designed to give people of all ages a chance at long-lasting success. The Hilltop Program offers services for Families, Youth, Adults and Seniors.
More Info1900 California Street, Denver CO 80202
Denver Metro
Denver
Holy Ghost Social Ministry provides help with obtaining ID documents and referrals to other resources. Walk-ins are welcome. Food is provided from 10-10:30am.
More Infoemployment, housing, re-entry, WAGEES
242 Conifer St, Fort Collins, CO 80524
WAGEES Community Partner
Northeast CO
Fort Collins
Homeward Alliance’s Re-entry Program is located inside The Murphy Center. As a WAGEES grant recipient, their re-entry program provides employment services, resource navigation and housing connections to individuals exiting the Colorado Department of Corrections.
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615 Russell Avenue, Walsenburg CO 81089
Southeast CO
Walsenburg
The Huerfano/Las Animas Family Resource Center provides services and programs that encourage a healthy, stable and thriving family culture. They have various programs that engage parents in developing skills that strengthen a child's development and growth. From Food Banks to Unique strategy lessons in young children, Huerfano/Las Animas Family Resource Center will be able to help you and your growing family.
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Statewide hotline for food resources 855-855-4626
Statewide
Hunger Free Colorado provides a Food Resource Hotline for current info on food pantries and free meal locations throughout Colorado. The navigators speak English and Spanish, help you find food programs throughout Colorado, will help you apply for SNAP, and they can make other referrals. Wait time varies but please be prepared to wait up to 45 mins. If no one is available to answer your call, please leave a voicemail and be vigilant of incoming text messages.
More InfoHIV-AIDs, STD testing, substance abuse, support group
1475 Lima Street, Aurora CO 80010
Denver Metro
Aurora
It Takes a Village works to reduce health and social disparities among people of color in the Denver metro area. Their programs include Brothas4Ever for African-American men, client services for people who are HIV positive, Phenomenal Women for African-American women, Seeking Safety group, STD and HIV testing and counseling, homelessness and rapid rehousing program, substance abuse treatment, and more.
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2511 Belford Avenue, Grand Junction CO 81501
Northwest CO
Grand Junction
Joseph Center is a one-stop shop in Grand Junction for people struggling with poverty and homeless issues. They will help you navigate all of the resources you need to put you back on your feet. Their day shelter provides meals, hair dressers, computers, phones, and much more. Employment assistance, housing assistance, transporation, financial guardianship program, budget counseling, and more, all under one roof.
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495 Florida Road, Durango CO 81301
Southwest CO
Durango
The La Plata Family Centers Coalition is a community-based organization that delivers high-quality human services in rural Southwest Colorado. La Plata Family Centers Coalition has listened and responded to the current social, emotional, educational, and economic needs of the diverse families in our community. They have provided Emergency services, Colorado community response, Family support services, Parent education, Request service, and a Giving Garden.
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911 State Ave, Alamosa CO 81101
Southwest CO
Alamosa
La Puente offers families & individuals what they need to heal, strengthen, and ultimately thrive. They provide services that include Emergency shelter, a Food bank network, Crisis prevention services, Adelante family resource center, PALs children's program, Rethreads, Social enterprises, V.E.G.I. and Rural Outreach Initiative.
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3033 West 71st Avenue, Suite 1000, Westminster CO 80030
Denver Metro
Westminster
LIFE Center (Low Income Family Empowerment) helsp people who live in Adams County with therapy, financial coaching, job services, pre-school program, GED program, senior fitness class, and youth mentoring.
More Infoclothing bank, connections to medical and mental health care, emergency shelter, financial assistance, food pantry, housing assistance, transportation, WAGEES re-entry services
241 Justice Center Road, Canon City CO 81212
Southeast CO
Canon City
Loaves & Fishes Ministry in Fremont County provides a food pantry, emergency shelter, housing assistance, transportation, connections to medical and mental health care, and financial assistance. Loaves & Fishes is a WAGEES grant recipient and provides re-entry services for people leaving prison in Colorado.
More Info427 N Garfield Ave, Loveland, CO 80537
All are welcome
Northeast CO
Loveland
Loveland's Community Kitchen provides food for people who are hungry, conversation for the lonely, and rest for the struggling. They're open 7 days a week, including holidays, and all meals are free. Everyone is eligible and there are no requirements for a hot meal and a sustainable food bag.
More Info1336 Elm Avenue, Canon City CO 81212
Southwest CO
Canon City
Mercy Today provides a free lunch every Tuesday from 11am-1pm and the food bank is open Tuesdays from 10am-1pm. They also provide backpacks and hygiene. They work with DOC on pre-release and re-entry. You may write them at PO Box 1973, Cañon City, CO 81215 or call them before you get out.
More Infocooking classes, food pantry, ID documents, job-readiness coaching and training, nutrition education, utilities
1100 E 18th Avenue, Denver CO 80218
Denver Metro
Denver
Metro Caring has a large food pantry and provides nutrition education and cooking classes. They also help people get their ID documents, help with utilities, and offer Seeds for Success job-readiness coaching and training.
More Infoeducation, employment, entrepreneur, legal, taxes
345 S Grove Street, Denver CO 80219
Denver Metro
Denver
Mi Casa Resource Center believes in the potential of all people to achieve their educational, professional, and entrepreneurial goals. Mi Casa works with the Latino community, working families, and immigrants. They provide workplace skills training (including resume, cover letter, references,) financial literacy courses, legal clinic, mental health counseling, tax preparation, and education programs. Mi Casa also supports entrepreneurs, helping them explore, launch, and grow their business through bilingual consulting, in-depth training, and a variety of business-related workshops and resources.
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411 Main Street, Suite 100, Fort Morgan CO 80701
Northeast CO
Fort Morgan
Morgan County Family Center is an outstanding community resource that helps Eastern Colorado families. They serve the community through Childcare resources, Emergency financial assistance, Family leadership training institute, Family support programs, Parent education programs and support and Other Educational Oppurtunities.
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480 E Agate Avenue, Suite 1C, Granby CO 80446
Northwest CO
Granby
Mountain Family Center has been providing essential services to Grand County for over 40 years. MFC works in collaboration with the County, the school districts, other organizations and agencies, the grocery stores and more to implement the most effective and efficient response possible, and make sure all residents are covered with the resources they need. They provide Hunger relief, Housing/Utility assistance, Cancer-Related services, Thrift store vouchers, Vision/Dental assistance, Family development, Individual development, Nutrition/Wellness education and Special Projects.
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11030 Kitty Drive Conifer, CO 80433
Denver Metro
Northeast CO
Conifer
Mountain Resource Center is a nonprofit, community-based organization that delivers high quality, integrated health and human services within a 1000 square mile rural mountain area. Serving in West Jefferson, Clear Creek, Gilpin, and Park counties, Mountain Resource Center provides a single point of entry to connect clients with a range of services. Programs and Services include Rental assistance, Basic needs, Emergency financial assistance, Food pantry, Community health, Early childhood/Family education, and Veterans support services. Please reach out to info@mrcco.org for any general inquiries.
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11030 Kitty Drive, Conifer CO 80433
Denver Metro
Conifer
Mountain Resource Center helps people in the Conifer area with a variety of help: emergency needs such as food and utility assistance, rent assistance, family education, benefits application, veterans support, workforce program, and referrals.
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242 Conifer St, Fort Collins CO 80524
Northeast CO
Fort Collins
Murphy Center is the hub of services for people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless in Larimer Country. The Center has many services under one roof and provides many different services including morning meals, take-away meals, food boxes, bike repair and bike trailers, mail, lockers, showers, personal hygiene items, laundry, computers and wifi, telephones, career closet for job seekers, health connections and much more.
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220 Collyer St., Longmont CO 80501
Denver Metro
Northeast CO
Longmont
The Outreach United Resource Center, Inc. (OUR Center) has provided critical services such as food, housing, and utilities to help families achieve self-reliance since 1986. They offer “a hand up, not a hand out” to residents of the St. Vrain Valley School District of Colorado. They provide Assistance with groceries, a Culinary arts program, Hospitality care, Personal development programs, Child care/Family forward programs, and a Support Network for further assistance. They also provide a drive-up lunch service that is open daily, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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6035 E 38th Ave, Denver CO 80207
Denver Metro
Denver
PCs for People offers low cost laptop and desktop computers. Call the number provided for eligibility info and current costs. Ask about the low cost internet program that’s as low as $11.25 to $16/month for a hot spot.
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111 North Union Avenue, Pueblo CO 81003
Southeast CO
Pueblo
Posada is for people living in Pueblo County who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. The organization provides housing counseling, life skills, education & employment help, legal services, transportation, mental health & substance abuse counseling, referrals to local agencies, haircuts, showers & laundry, assistance for youth, links to affordable housing, and an emergency shelter.
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help for homeless youth in Pueblo
Southeast CO
Pueblo
Posada Homeless Youth Service is for youth 12-24 who are homeless, living out of a car, living in a motel, staying with friends, etc. They provide laundry, care products, blankets, sleeping bags, clothing, snacks, job and education help, medical care, mental health counseling, and referrals to other services.
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1040 Rose Ave., Burlington, CO 80807
Northeast CO
Burlington
The Prairie Family Center provides the community with education and resources needed to build and support healthy and functional families. They provide programs that nurture parents and children through education services, health/nutritional education, youth education services and other building blocks that assist families. They also have a Thrift Store on location.
More Info422 West 7th St, Pueblo, CO 81003
Southeast CO
Pueblo
Pueblo Community Soup Kitchen provides a free breakfast from 9-10am and lunch from 11:15am-12:30pm.
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Southeast CO
Pueblo
Pueblo Cooperative Care helps with food, clothing, help paying for prescriptions, emergency local transportation, and personal hygiene items. If you're a new client, please arrive by 11am.
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429 W 10th St, Pueblo CO 81003
Southeast CO
Pueblo
Pueblo's Family Resource Center is run by Catholic Charities. The Center provides help for families, educational programs for children, health and wellness classes and resources, life skills classes, and emergency rent and utility help.
More Info402 Kimbark St, Longmont CO 80501
Denver Metro
Longmont
Recovery Café Longmont supports adults as they rebuild their lives and break the cycle of addiction, or overcome a recent crisis or trauma. Members must be drug and alcohol free for 24-hours, contribute to the Café and to the healing of others, and attend a weekly Recovery Circle. Membership is free and all are welcome. The Café's hours are below. Virtual support is also available. Click on the website for more information.
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7011 West Colfax Avenue, Lakewood CO 80214
Denver Metro
Lakewood
RecoveryWorks helps people experiencing homelessness connect to resources and services, including housing navigation and connections to behavioral health and primary care. Their Drop-in Center (hours below) provides help connecting to resources, showers, food, phones, showers, mail services, and more.
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204 S Main Street, Yuma CO 80759
Northeast CO
Yuma
The Rural Communities Resource Center is a grassroots, nonprofit organization in Northeast Colorado. The Resource Center provides advocacy, education, and support to create systemic change and develop programs that promote the physical, emotional and economic health of the area. They provide the community with family oriented programs that promote Early childhood development through a Literacy program and the Incredible Years Program. Other services include Utility assistance, People's Pantry of the Plains, Food Bank of the Rockies, Dental services and the Nurturing Fathers program.
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2323 Curtis Street, Denver CO 80205
Denver Metro
Denver
Saint Francis Center is a day shelter that provides showers, phones, mail service and storage, clothing and some meals, access to transitional housing, and help getting employment. Case managers help people transition from being homeless.
More Info11701 East 33rd Avenue, Aurora CO 80010
Denver Metro
Aurora
The Salvation Army Connection Center provides immediate access to The Salvation Army's community programs, services, resources and information with one call or email.
More Info2023 E Colfax, Denver CO 80206
Denver Metro
Denver
So All May Eat, or SAME Cafe, provides healthy food to everyone, regardless of ability to pay. Everyone who enters the restaurant is treated exactly the same. Healthy organic food is on the menu, for which you may volunteer your time, give produce, or donate money. The menu is on their website and changes daily.
More Infoapprenticeship program, food and clothing, health enrollment, HIV/Aids services, mental health program, services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, WAGEES re-entry program
3131 West 14th Avenue, Denver CO 80204
WAGEES Community Partner
Denver Metro
Denver
Servicios de la Raza is a bilingual nonprofit that provides many different programs, including health enrollment; basic emergency services such as food and clothing, mental health program, HIV/Aids services, services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, and an apprenticeship program for people wanting a job in the trades. Servicios is a WAGEES grant recipient and provides a re-entry program for people leaving prison in Colorado.
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208 N Main Street, Rocky Ford CO 81067
Southwest CO
Rocky Ford
Small Town Project provides a shared workspace with the use of computer, Fiber-Internet, printers, and fax machines. They provide technical assistance to help with small business startup, career exploration and development, and access other resources. They also provide a food pantry with healthy, organic, and locally sourced foods. Small Town Project is open to all people in southeast Colorado regardless of income, place of residence or citizenship status. WAGEES Southeast Health Group in La Junta refers people to Small Town Project for their services.
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Statewide
You apply for SNAP/food assistance at your county's Department of Human Services. You may be eligible for food assistance if you’re unemployed or work part time or don’t make much money, receive other public assistance, are elderly or disabled and have a small income, or are homeless. If you think you’re eligible, apply for food assistance right away. It can take up to a month to get started with the program. If you’re eligible, you’ll receive monthly benefits that are issued on the Colorado Quest Card, which looks like a credit card. Click on the website link for the Remerg.com list of every human services center in Colorado.
More Info305 E Elizabeth St, Fort Collins CO 80524
Northeast CO
Fort Collins
St. John's Lutheran church provides a food and clothing bank.
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Denver Metro
Denver
Starry Connect is a social change company that partners with buildings in low-income areas to provide low-cost internet. Click on the website link to learn more. You can enter your address to see if the service is available in your area. It might take you asking for the service to get it in your area. They currently provide service in only a handful of cities, but Denver is one of them! You can also email them at support@starry.com.
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8745 W 14th Avenue, Lakewood CO 80215
Denver Metro
Lakewood
The Action Center provides people living in Jefferson County with free food, clothing and personal items in an environment of respect and kindness. Next, they work with you to address your longer-term needs by connecting you to the resources, services and support that can help you move towards greater stability and hope. All services require an appointment. Same-day appointments may be available, however calling a day or two in advance is recommended. The appointment line is open Monday – Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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3350 Hudson St, Denver CO 80207
Denver Metro
Denver
The Center for African American Health offers African American and Black Metro Denver communities culturally responsive resources that support them in overcoming the root causes of health problems so they can maximize their individual and family health. They provide help to individuals and families in overcoming social, economic, and educational challenges. They assist parents in gaining skills, resources, and the knowledge they need to provide a solid foundation for their children and families. They have new resources available regularly, check their website to stay up to date. They offer Workforce readiness programs, Crisis counseling, Mental health first-aid, Food and Clothing banks, Strengthening Families Program and many more general services. Please reach out to info@caahealth.org if you have any additional inquiries.
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111 W. Parmenter St., Lamar, CO 81052
Southeast CO
Lamar
The Cornerstone Resource Center provides resource coordination & referral, developmental screenings, support groups, mentoring, life skills classes and more. The purpose is to help and support families in growing, developing and leading healthy lives. They provide Application assistance, Resource and Referral assistance, Circle of parents, Nurturing fathers, TBRI Caregiver Training, Vroom and Santa for Seniors. Please contact info@cornerstoneco.org with any inquiries.
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309 Hickory Street, Unit 5, Fort Collins CO 80524
Northeast CO
Northwest CO
Fort Collins
The Family Center/La Familia works alongside diverse families by providing high quality childcare and supportive services, with an emphasis on cultural attunement within the Latinx community. They provide services that include Early childhood education, Family support services, Leadership and Advocacy. Please reach out to info@thefamilycenterfc.org if you have any additional inquiries.
More Info147 East Main Street, Montrose CO 81401
Western Slope WAGEES Community Partner
Southwest CO
Montrose
The Freedom Institute in Montrose helps men and women in Montrose, Delta, San Miguel, Ouray, Hinsdale & Gunnison counties who are on parole and returning to the community. Services include job search assistance, access to computers, clothing & hygiene, bus passes, IDs, career and education mentoring, housing assistance, and a transitional housing program. They also call their program Western Slope WAGEES.
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1535 High Street, Denver CO 80218
Denver Metro
Denver
The Gathering Place provides help for women, transgender individuals, and their children. They provide a wide range of programs and services, including meals, food bank, family program, showers, laundry, phone access, mail access, nap room, health services, clothing bank, high school equivalency preparation, job readiness, a computer lab, and more! Their Job Readiness program offers help with resumes, interview preparation, job seeking, case management, and more.
More Infoafter school programs for kids, employment assistance, ESL and high school equivalency test preparation, housing assistance
400 S Link Lane, Fort Collins CO 80524
Northeast CO
Fort Collins
Matthews House provides a wide range of services to people in need, including case management to help you find housing and a job, job readiness; after school programs for kids, and ESL and high school equivalency test preparation.
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531 S. College Avenue, Fort Collins CO 80524
Northeast CO
Fort Collins
Matthews House provides a wide range of services to people in need, including case management to help you find housing and a job, job readiness; after school programs for kids, and ESL and high school equivalency test preparation.
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210 E Main Street, Cortez CO 81321
Southwest CO
Cortez
The Piñon Project Family Resource Center strengthens our community by providing comprehensive services for children and families. They offer Early childhood programs, Family supportive services, Parenting groups, Youth programs, Diaper and Wipes assistance, and other community involved programs that help nurture families success.
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3131 S. Vaughn Way, #214, Aurora CO 80014
Denver Metro
Aurora
The THRIVE Center provides families with skills on parenting techniques for children who live with neurodiveristy. Through advising calls, trainings, workshops, collaborating with other agencies, and a comprehensive resources, Thrive Center can help you get the supportive assistance you may need. They provide help through various programs, workshops, rree resources, parenting advising programs, early childhood development services, health information programs, and special education needs.
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512½ N Main Street, Rocky Ford CO 81607
Southeast CO
Rocky Ford
Tri-County Family Care Center is a center where people with general and emergency needs can immediately find resources that are in the surrounding areas. They connect people to the various services and resources in the community. Some of services offered include Childcare services, Employment assistance, Youth development programs, Financial hygiene, Legal assistance, and Housing assistance.
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UndocuHub is a grant-funded program that began to form in the late summer of 2020. The central purpose of the program is to coordinate and expand the reach of existing community services that are crucial to Colorado’s DACA and undocumented community. The UndocuHelp website acts as a central hub to provide digital resources, webinars, and direct forms of contact, with the goal of connecting undocumented individuals and families to experienced service providers and available resources.
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Call 2-1-1 to ask an operator about clothing banks in your city. You can also search by city on the website for a clothing bank near you. During business hours you can call an operator, do a live chat online, or text your zip code to 898-211. Outside business hours, search the resource database.
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Call 2-1-1 to ask an operator about food banks and food pantries in your city. You can also search by city on the website for a food bank near you. During business hours you can call an operator, do a live chat online, or text your zip code to 898-211. Outside business hours, search the resource database.
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252 West 1st Street, Akron CO 80720
Northeast CO
Akron
The Washington County Connections center is a grassroots, nonprofit organization in Northeast Colorado. The Resource Center provides advocacy, education, and support to create systemic change and develop programs that promote the physical, emotional and economic health of the area. They provide the community with family oriented programs that promote Early childhood development through a Literacy program and the Incredible Years Program. Other services include Utility assistance, People's Pantry of the Plains, Food Bank of the Rockies, Dental services and the Nurturing Fathers program.
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3885 S Broadway, Englewood, Colorado 80113
Englewood-based Ministry and Food Pantry
Denver Metro
Englewood
Wellspring Church is an Englewood-based ministry. In addition to services offered throughout the week, Wellspring also provides a food pantry which constitutes one portion of the Compassion Ministry’s Sunday Programming. The food pantry is delivered Sundays from 12:00PM-1:30PM and provides a meal, a food pantry, and a community center for guests. Additionally, this programming creates a pool of individuals with whom relationships may be built and invitations into additional components of the Compassion Ministry’s programming may be made.
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853 Main Street, Nucla, CO 81424
Southwest CO
Nucla
The West End Family Link Center help to build stronger, healthier families and individuals in the West End of Montrose and San Miguel counties. They support families by providing Utility assistance, Food banks, Family education programs, Early childhood development, Parenting classes and Home Visiting Programs. Emergency After - Hours Call 970-428-7833
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