Colorado Neighbors

Sojourn encourages Coloradans to consider ways they can contribute to local organizations that are meeting the needs of people affected by illness and economic instability. On this page you will find organizations, arranged by county, that would appreciate your financial support. This page is simply a hub. All the links on this page will take you to organization websites so donations can be made directly to them. Sojourn will not be accepting donations on behalf of outside organizations.


Food Banks

Local food banks are under significant stress this season. A monetary donation to your local food bank is one of the easiest and most impactful ways to support your community.

Larimer County

Food Bank for Larimer County
https://foodbanklarimer.org/

Larimer County Bank provides food to around 37 thousand families experiencing food insecurity each year.

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Weld County Food Bank
https://weldfoodbank.org/

Through their seven direct service programs and nonprofit agency partners, Weld Count Food Bank works to reach all those in Weld County who are hungry.


Other Organizations

Larimer County

Neighbor to Neighbor www.n2n.org

N2N helps neighbors in Larimer & Weld Counties remain in their homes and regain stability by providing rent assistance, housing resources, and online homeownership education. Each year, they help over 5,000 people achieve stable housing.

House of Neighborly Service https://www.honservice.org/

HNS assists and advocates for people affected by poverty and situational crisis. They provide many life-stabilizing and basic need services, including food baskets, utility assistance, prescription assistance, gas vouchers/bus tokens, and clothing & household needs.

Larimer Humane Society https://www.larimerhumane.org/

Larimer Humane Society connects homeless animals in northern Colorado with their forever homes and families. They have also supported animals affected by the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome Fires by providing temporary housing during the duration of the incidents.

Salvation Army https://fortcollins.salvationarmy.org/fort_collins_corps/

Salvation Army strives to meet human need without discrimination. Their programs are rooted in their passion to serve God by serving the lost, the vulnerable, the needy, the poor, the hurting, the helpless, and the hopeless.

Catholic Charities https://ccdenver.org/larimer-county-services/

Catholic Charities helps the poor and all those in need through a range of care programs and ministries. Their programs strive to alleviate the suffering of those in crisis, protect the dignity and welling being of the poor, and provide safety for children.

United Way of Larimer County https://uwaylc.org/

UW of Larimer County tackles many important issues in our community including COVID Relief, Fire Recovery, supporting youth and education, among many other initiatives. They aim to strengthen our community collaboratively.

Community Dreamer Fund
https://www.sojournmennonite.org/dreamers

Sojourn’s Community Dreamer Fund supports undocumented, DACA and asylum-seeking high school and college students with emergency funds. Relieving financial burdens help students focus on their school work. Students request support for rent, food, medical bills, legal fees, school supplies, among other essential needs. All donations are given directly to applicants.

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A Woman’s Place https://www.awpdv.org/

A Woman’s Place is a safe shelter to women, men, transgender/non gender conforming individuals and families who are fleeing domestic violence. They also provide a 24/7 crisis line for support, questions, and safety planning. Their mission is to shelter and help empower victims and survivors of domestic abuse to become safe, secure, and self-reliant; and through education and collaboration to mobilize our community to help prevent domestic violence.

Greeley Family House https://www.greeleyfamilyhouse.org/

The Greeley Family House is the only homeless shelter in Greeley offering emergency and transitional, case management, and follow-up programs for homeless families. The House meets this critical need for about 80 families each year. The House also assists more than 40 families with post-shelter housing stabilization support.

Salvation Army https://greeley.salvationarmy.org/greeley_corps/

Salvation Army strives to meet human need without discrimination. Their programs are rooted in their passion to serve God by serving the lost, the vulnerable, the needy, the poor, the hurting, the helpless, and the hopeless.

Catholic Charities https://ccdenver.org/weld-county-services/

 Catholic Charities helps the poor and all those in need through a range of care programs and ministries. Their programs strive to alleviate the suffering of those in crisis, protect the dignity and welling being of the poor, and provide safety for children.

Humane Society of Weld County https://www.weldcountyhumane.org/

The Humane Society is the only 501(c) 3 non-profit animal shelter in Weld County. Their facility provides care and shelter to over 4,000 homeless and unwanted pets each year. As they are not affiliated with any national animal organization or local government agency, their mission continues solely through the fees for service, fundraisers, and most importantly on the generosity of those who donate.

United Way of Weld County https://www.unitedway-weld.org/

United Way of Weld County works with our partners to address and solve our most pressing health and human services challenges in five initiative areas: Reading Great by 8 (early childhood), Thrive by 25 (youth success), Weld’s Way Home (household stability), Aging Well (older adults), and Connecting Weld (access to services). Each year these shared efforts directly impact at least one-in-six of our Weld County neighbors.

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Grand County Pet Pals https://gcpetpals.org/

Grand County Pet Pals is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the Grand County Animal Shelter. Its mission is to promote good stewardship and compassion for animals within Grand County.

Mountain Family Center https://www.mountainfamilycenter.org/about/

Mountain Family Center offers many resources for those in Grand County who are struggling financially. Their main services include food pantries (Kremmling, Granby, Fraser), rent/mortgage/utility assistance, a thrift store, nutrition education, dental/vision vouchers, cancer treatment assistance and various programs for kids. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=KS3QDG2GUZ5CC&source=url