Elevate Hope Centennial

A 15yr old female who has been abused, abandoned, and separated from siblings, struggles with her self-worth. She was in a group home setting for the past 3 years. This week she learned her mother was arrested and will be in prison for the remainder of her childhood. She has moved to a foster family and this foster family sees how this adolescent will process her hurts through music. She is requesting a keyboard so she can start to play her own music and process her hurts, her pain, and her fears in this avenue. Foster parents are looking to set her up with piano lessons that will assist in a therapeutic manner. For the piano lesson details, this teen will need an 88 key keyboard that is weighted or semi-weighted. She and this family will be grateful for your support in providing the tool that will support self-worth and processing of hard. We are hoping this tool (the keyboard) will bring joy to this teen's heart.

We're currently working with a family that has had to abruptly move due to their young sons being around negative influences and causing them to get into trouble. Due to the move they're needing help with beds for the children as they are currently sleeping on the floor. The move has been a great positive change for these children and we'd like for them to start getting better sleep.

I have a client with a sweet infant in need. The infant was born with multiple genetic conditions. He is getting surgery on his skull in a month to correct fused sutures (a first step in his upcoming medical journey). At a recent physical therapy appointment, the therapist requested the family get a specific chair for the child to sit in (Go To Link This family is doing an amazing job addressing baby's physical challenges, but they are having a hard time financially. The family looked to some other programs for support in getting the chair but had no luck. The hope is that with this chair, the child will be able to develop appropriate muscle groups and keep his head off the floor once he has his helmet in place (for many upcoming months), making it more comfortable for him.

A bonus request from the nurse: The chair is a priority, but knowing that the family is in a tight financial spot, I would also like to request a large can or two of Enfamil Gentlease Formula (they are on WIC, so they get enough for about 3 weeks of the month...but could use some extra to make sure baby has enough to have nutritional needs met for full month).

Thank you for your sincere consideration. The family is so grateful (and doing such a great job loving their little guy while he goes through a tough infancy).

A family of two - a single mom and her 11 year old son - are in great need at this time. The mom is unhoused and doing everything she can to get by. She is very resourceful and accesses the public library and various community resources for assistance. She is in need of personal supplies such as hygiene products, non-perishable food items, clothing, and items for her son. She would greatly benefit from a gift card to Walmart to be able to get these supplies. She is working hard to become employed, gain stability, and be able to care for herself and her son, and this gift card would make a huge difference for this family! 2. For mom: Medium clothes, 8 in women's for shoes; for kiddo: 8-10 and a 6 in boys' shoes. They've been homeless for a long time and many of the belongings that she and kiddo once had were stolen, lost, or damaged, so it would be really meaningful for him to have something from mom that he can keep and have with him. He ha very recently been removed from mom and placed in a foster home.

I have two girls (10 and 9) on my caseload, their mom has severe mental health issues, and their dad is incarcerated, and they are being raised by their grandparents who struggle financially. The grandparents are doing the best they can for the girls but they need help getting the girls tablets so they can continue to engage in counseling online, play games and interact with their friends.

Both girls would like a tablet so i am asking for two but one will be good- they share everything so i think it will all be okay if we only receive one.

A pair of brothers, ages 15 and 9 years old have been living in kinship care with their grandparents due to concerns of domestic violence and physical abuse by their stepfather. The boys came to their grandparents with limited clothing and hygiene products. The grandparents were able to get the boys some winter clothing when they came however, now that it is summer, the clothing they have for them is not weather appropriate. They are needing a gift card to be able to go purchase summer clothing that will fit and be appropriate for the boys over the summer. Grandparents live on a very fixed income with them being retired and could use help with getting a gift card.

Gift card to Walmart for clothing

Single mother requesting some assistance with some clothing for 17 year old- daughter, size L-XL. On limited income, Recently moved into a new apartment and area - due to DV concerns. Would like some assistance in the form of gift cards if possible. New clothing will help kiddo with self-esteem issues.

Grandfather needs a gas gift card to travel from CO Springs to Littleton weekly to bring child for sibling visitation and visitation with his mom. Grandfather is out of work currently and he has a lot on his plate helping out and this would greatly help. He would be appreciative of this kind gift.

Updated on June 26, 2025 by an Agency Worker
Any help in any amount would be greatly appreciated by this grandfather, thank you.

Updated on June 30, 2025 by an Agency Worker
Any help for grandparent who is doing their best would be greatly appreciated, thank you

A family of four is requesting support with two car seats to ensure their children can be transported safely to school and around the city. The children are 5 and 2 years old. This family’s initial contact was for rental assistance due to financial hardship. They were struggling to make ends meet and were experiencing a domestic violence situation, with no household income at the time. An application for rental assistance was submitted; however, due to the 45–60-day period and the risk of eviction, the family chose not to wait . Instead, they decided to rent out a room and are now able to cover the rent difference, but unable to get cover the additional cost of two car seats for their 5-year-old and 1 ½ year children. Go To Link

Each year, Arapahoe County Human Services brings the spirit of the holiday season to life through our Partnering for the Holidays gift shop—a one-day event where Human Services clients can shop for holiday gifts for every member of their household, completely free of charge. From newborns to seniors, we serve more than 800 individuals in need.

For the past several years, Journey Church (formerly Elevate Christian Church) generously hosted this event. However, with the closure of their Aurora location, we are now in urgent need of a new partner.

We are seeking a community-minded ministry with an indoor space large enough to host this impactful event in December, located within Arapahoe County and accessible via public transportation.

If your church has space available, or wants to be part of something truly meaningful this holiday season, please reach out to Kala Slater. Together, we can continue to support and uplift our community during a time when it’s needed most.

These kinship providers are caring for a 7 year old and a 4 month old. They are looking for a bumboo seat for the baby to be able to sit up as he is slightly delayed an unable to sit up himself.

Bumboo Seat

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A single mother of 2 boys is in need of your support. This woman has a 5-year-old and is expecting another baby in a couple of months. This sweet woman fled a domestic violence situation about a year ago and has struggled to regain stability since then. She has exemplified courage and strength in seeking safety and care for her family but still has some significant needs. Your generosity in helping to fund a travel system and a bassinet would give this mama the security and comfort of having these larger preparations for her newborn baby. Thank you in advance for joining me in caring for the health and safety of a woman who is seeking stability and peace for her family. Your generosity reveals the Father’s heart for her and her boys! Link to travel system: Go To Link Link to bassinet: Go To Link