Mountain Springs Church

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.

CASA has a case with an 11-year-old and 12-year-old on it. These kids are living with grandma after experiencing extreme abuse and neglect at the hands of their step-dad. Their dad is in jail and their mom is unable to safely parent them at this time. The children mentioned that many of their friends go to Comiccon every year and that they have never been. Grandma has a low income and cannot afford such an expense. CASA is requesting a VISA gift card for $150 for the children and grandma to get to go. We understand this is a need and not a want but appreciate you considering helping with this.

CASA has a case with a baby who has been in foster care basically since birth. He is going to get adopted by the foster family. He is growing fast but could really benefit from some assistance getting some toys and clothes in the next stage up from him currently. CASA is requesting $100 Walmart gift card for these items. Thank you for your consideration!

Two children; a girl age 4 and a boy age 6, were recently placed in foster care. The plan is to place the children in the home with their grandmother. The grandmother is on a fixed income and is struggling financially and is unable to purchase necessary items for the children. The children are in need of booster seats for the car and toddler beds. The family is asking for help with any of the items listed or a gift card to Walmart to purchase the items.

The current kinship placement is requesting help with obtaining a crib mattress for a 1 month old newborn baby that was placed in their care. Currently, the baby is sleeping in a bassinet, and the family would like help in obtaining a mattress for the crib.

A provider that has taken in three grandchildren, who is on a low income has had a hard time keeping up with the demands of the growing children. The children are now getting older and the provider is in need of diapers, and walking chairs for the children as they are now starting to move. The provider is asking for a $200 gift card to help her purchase these items for the children. The provider is thankful for any help that is received.

The Department is working with a father whose 1-year-old is currently placed in foster care while he addresses the concerns that caused the case to open. He is currently in need of assistance with the purchase of size 3 Huggies diapers and baby wipes for family time. This father is getting engaged in all services, participating in visits, and highly motivated towards a reunification. Any assistance with this need so that this father can continue to focus on his case and bringing his daughter home is greatly appreciated!

A 12 years old boy only started attending school for the last 2 weeks of the 23-24 school year. He is going into 7th grade and cannot do basic math and cannot read fluently, though he has made progress in letter and sight word recognition with his tutor over the summer. It is essential that this child continue tutoring services for the month of July to get ready for school in August. He is making growth very quickly. Tutoring occurs two times a week for two hour sessions for the entire month of July, totaling a cost of $1100. We are requesting a check to cover these funds.

Family has left a situation that helps further DHS/court involvement. Family was not able to get belongings. Family needs diapers and wipes size 5 and the other wears size 3. The family needs clothing a boy size 10/12, Girl 10/12, a boy size 4t, a female 3t and another female 12months. If clothing can no be bought or donated, the family would like a gift card for $100 for diapers and wipes and $200-$300 for clothing for all 5 children. Family does not have access to their banking account and children are not able to get their clothing from their old home. ROIs are attached.

Maternal aunt and uncle recently took in their 6 year old niece. She came from a home infested with bed bugs and could not bring any clothes or personal items. Family has purchased as many things as they are able with no financial assistance yet. They could use clothes for the child (sizes below) as well as gift card for food and clothes. Shirts 10/12 or 14, size 7/10 dress Walmart gift card for clothes King Soopers or Safeway gift card for food

Hello, A family is in need of support from the community for food and basic needs. This family lost more than half of their income and are being impacted by the loss of multiple family members. They are in crucial need of support. A mother supports her two children. Her two adults sons are assisting in paying for the bills and morgage. They are in need of a $200 gift card to Walmart to assist with groceries and basic necessities.

Hello, A family is in need of community support with their utility bill through Colorado Springs Utilities. This family lost more than half of their income and are being impacted by the loss of multiple family members. They are in crucial need of support. A mother supports her two children and her two adults sons are assisting in paying for the bills. They are in need of a $110 to assist in paying this essential bill. They were able to pay $100 but are in need of additional support.