Monument Hill Church

A 16-year-old young man is currently navigating one of the most difficult times of his life. For the first time, he has entered a residential treatment facility to receive intensive mental health support. This transition comes after a series of overwhelming events, including hospitalization and placement into foster care. This journey that has left him with nothing but the clothes on his back. He has lost all of his personal clothing during the moves, and now, at a time when he needs stability and dignity the most, he has no clothes of his own. A few changes of clean clothes, socks, underwear, and a hoodie can go a long way toward helping him feel human again. Having his own clothing would restore a sense of identity and normalcy while he works to heal. This young man is working hard to manage his emotions, participate in therapy, and imagine a better future. Community support in the form of clothing would not only meet a practical need, but also send a powerful message: you are not alone, and you are worth showing up for. If this need is met, it could make a big difference in his recovery journey. Something as basic as new clothing can provide comfort, confidence, and a feeling of being seen.

Male youth in need of summer clothes he is in a size 2T.

The family is also needing help with rental assistance for the month of July. All four of the children are all in the home with their mother. Mother has just started back working and has asked for assistance with her rent for this month to help her get back on track with her bills.

A Provider who has taken in her grandson is on low income and is in need of Diapers for the child. The provider has a strict income and is running out of diapers and does not have the funds to purchase more at this time until she gets paid. The provider is asking for size 3 diapers for the child or $100 Walmart gift card to help with purchasing diapers for the month. The provider is thankful for any help that is received. Thank you

A family friend took in three children, a 3 year old boy, 5 year old boy, and 15 yr old girl in June. Due to being a single income earner, she needs to pay for a week of childcare while she waits for a daycare to be ready to take the children. She does not have a means to pay for it on her own. A visa gift card in the amount of $400 will cover the required cost and ensure she does not miss work. This would be a huge blessing to her if the need is met! Thank you so much for your consideration!

Requesting assistance for a client to preserve Kinship placement. Would like client to attend day camp for socialization and enrichment. Client's behaviors can be a lot for her placement to manage during the day with work and other sibling interactions. It would help her to have an enriching activity and help preserve the placement. One week of summer day camp is $259 if eligible for the family program rate.

The biological mother of a child that has been placed in foster care has been evicted from her apartment. This mother is living in her van until something else is figured out. The brakes in her van need replaced. Right now her van is her home and her transportation to see her child during family time. I am requesting $100 for front and rear brake pads for her vehicle.

Dad is really struggling and is in need of a phone to keep in touch with his attorney and service providers. He is homeless and desperately in need of a phone. Thank you!!

Parents have found an income based housing that does have an opening for them to move into. Parents have discussed being able to afford the ongoing rent moving forward but are asking for any assistance possible so they can cover the deposit and buying furniture for their new apartment. Parents are currently homeless, and staying with friends. By getting into a stable residence, they could have a safe and stable living environment and have their son returned to their care.

CPR Certification for 17-Year-Old Youth Seeking Employment Description of Need:A 17-year-old male youth in foster care is requesting community support to complete CPR certification in order to apply for a job in the food service industry. This training is a required qualification for the position he is pursuing and reflects his motivation to become more independent and self-sufficient. Who Needs Help:One 17-year-old male currently in foster care. What Do They Need: Enrollment in a certified CPR/First Aid training course (either in-person or virtual).Support covering the training registration fee and certificate processing. What Happens If This Need Is Met: Meeting this need will equip the youth with a life-saving skill, increase his employability, and provide him with a meaningful opportunity to begin earning income and gaining work experience. It will boost his confidence and help him take a major step toward adulthood and financial independence.

Ms. Bell has been working with a truck repair shop to get her only mode of transportation fixed so she can carry out the tasks in her treatment plan. She wants to maintain compliance with substance use treatment and live a drug free lifestyle. The truck repairs total $2000. Mom is able to pay $500 and DHS will assist with $600.00. The truck repair shop has agreed to take a loss of $417.65. That leaves another $900.00 to be requested.

The mother of the child lives in a very rural area of the San Luis valley, and this keeps her from participating in meetings, and advocating for her child. She needs a cell phone she can use to talk to her lawyer and the DHS team. If she gets a new phone she will be able to attend meetings, advocate for her child, and schedule visits with her son.

Description of Need: A teenage boy in foster care, who has been out of his home for 6 years and 8 months, is seeking support from the community to help meet two specific personal goals: obtaining an adult-sized bicycle, safety equipment, and enrolling in beginner guitar lessons. Who Needs Help: This request is for one teenage male in foster care. What Do They Need: An adult-sized bicycle for local transportation and increased independence. A set of beginner guitar lessons (virtual or in-person) to help him learn to play and build confidence through music. Why This Matters: The youth has expressed a strong interest in music and a desire to be more independent in his daily life. The bicycle would allow him to safely get to school, appointments, and extracurricular activities. The guitar lessons would give him a creative outlet and provide a sense of accomplishment and joy during a pivotal time in his personal development. Impact of Meeting the Need: Meeting this need will help the youth build confidence, reduce isolation, and promote healthy outlets for emotional expression. It supports his healing journey and personal growth while showing him that his community values and believes in his future.