Community Resources

This page is updated as needed. if you have recommended resources, please let us know. 

Wildfire Information and Donations

MARSHALL FIRE AND MIDDLE FORK FIRE IN BOULDER COUNTY

We have published a post on our website with how to find the latest information related to the Marshall Fire in Boulder County.  

• For emergency information, visit the website for the Boulder Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and follow them on Facebook and Twitter. 
• For donations, the Boulder OEM recommends donating to the Red Cross or the Boulder County Community Foundation. 
• Marshall Together is a central resource hub helping those impacted and offering opportunities for those wanting to help. 

Shooting and Community Violence Resources

We have published a post on our website highlighting resources and donation opportunities to support those impacted by the Colorado Springs Club Q shooting.

COLORADO SCHOOL SAFETY RESOURCE CENTER

• Resources for people affected or traumatized by school or community shootings or acts of violence.

COLORADO HEALING FUND

In the aftermath of mass violence, victims need immediate and long-term support. Colorado Healing Fund (CHF) provides a secure way to donate to victims of these tragedies. We work with victim service partners to identify victim needs and fill the gaps in financial resources. 5% of each donation supports CHF administration.

COVID-19 Help

While COVID-19 isn’t as widespread, it hasn’t gone away, so precautions are still recommended. The State of Colorado has a COVID-19 resource page that may be helpful. 

For an extensive list of services that may be available to you, from childcare to energy and food assistance, visit the Colorado Department of Human Services resource page.

MASKS AND COVID-19 TEST KITS

Masks and home test kits are available free at select locations across Colorado, including libraries. 

VACCINES

COVID-19 vaccines are widely available, including boosters and the updated Omicron version. 

Food Banks

All area food banks are in need of both cash donations and volunteer help in order to maintain services.

• Statewide: FoodPantries.org
• Larimer County:
  Food Bank for Larimer County
  Loveland Community Kitchen
  Loveland Rotary KidsPak
• Weld County: Weld Food Bank
• Boulder & Broomfield: Community Food Share 
• Steamboat Springs: LiftUp Routt County
• Summit County 
  Family and Intercultural Resource Center
  Summit County Food Assistance Program
  Dilon Church Food Pantry
• Denver Metro: Food Bank of the Rockies
• Adams County: Adams County Foodbank
• Longmont:
  Our Center
  Erie Community Food Bank
  North Denver Cares Food Pantry
• Other Areas
  LiftUp Routt County

Mental Health Resources

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline
• Larimer County: Summit Stone Health Partners
• Greeley, Windsor, Ft Lupton: North Range Behavioral Health
• Denver: Denver Health
• Boulder: Boulder Community Health
• Steamboat:  Northwest Colorado Health

Blood Donations

Community blood drives are the largest source of blood donations. Donations are being accepted at these locations:

• Garth Englund Blood Center (Fort Collins-Loveland-Greeley)
• Vitalant (statewide)
• Children’s Hospital Colorado

Additional Resources

UNITED WAY

• Mile High United Way (Foothills)
• Mile High United Way, Inc.
• United Way of Larimer County, Inc.
• United Way of Weld County
• Moffat County United Way
• Pikes Peak United Way
• Pueblo County United Way, Inc.
• Routt County United Way
• United Way Battlement to the Bells
• United Way of Eagle River Valley
• United Way of Mesa County
• United Way of Morgan County, Inc.
• United Way of Southwest Colorado

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

• City of Fort Collins Utilities
• Loveland Water and Power
• HOPE Longmont
• Longmont Utilities Assistance

PET AND FARM FOOD ASSISTANCE

• 4 Paws Pet Food Pantry, Fort Collins
• Elder Pet Care, Fort Collins
• Animal Friends Alliance, Fort Collins
• Colorado Pet Pantry
• League for Animals and People of the Summit (LAPS)
• Mile High Rescue, Centennial
• Colorado Horse Rescue

COMPREHENSIVE PET ASSISTANCE RESOURCES

• Pets Forever Program at CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital (multiple resources, including food), Fort Collins

LOW-COST VETERINARY CARE AND VETERINARY CARE ASSISTANCE

• Max Fund Wellness Center, Denver
• The Cartwright Foundation, Denver/Northern Colorado
• LAPS, Summit County

GENERAL ASSISTANCE RESOURCES

• Housing Resources: The Arc Of Larimer County
• General Help, searchable by zip code
• Veterans Assistance Programs
• Housing Assistance: Neighbor To Neighbor, Fort Collins/Loveland
• Food assistance for seniors
• Colorado Assistance: Rent, food, medical help, and more
• Statewide Food Bank network

Help for Musicians and Artists

BEATS BY GIRLS FORT COLLINS

The Beats by Girlz Fort Collins: Virtual Music Production Program is a 10-week beginner’s virtual music production program using Soundtrap, an up-and-coming online music studio. Scholarships are available.

BONFILS-STANTON FOUNDATION

Bonfils–Stanton Foundation and The Denver Foundation considers grants to support innovation and artist leadership.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN MUSIC RELIEF

Help feed hungry musicians and their families with a donation. 

This page is updated as needed. if you have recommended resources, please let us know.