Teller Thrivent

A Teller County teenager is in dire need of financial support to purchase clothing, toiletries, and other basic needs. This steadfast 17-year old was living on the streets with one biological parent in another state, and came to Teller County in an attempt to reunite with her other biological parent after many years apart. Unfortunately, this situation turned out to be just as unfortunate and unhealthy, and required the intervention of Teller County DHS, which located alternate living arrangements for her. This child is in need of clothing and supplies because what she had was thrown out with trash and animal feces. Please consider helping this persevering young woman, who has a job, wants to finish high school, and has plans to attend trade school. If you have it in your hearts and wallets, the Department respectfully asks for Walmart or Visa gift cards to allow this teen to choose her own items. Thank you for your consideration, community!

DHS is working with a family that is struggling financially. Mom works in Cripple Creek 4 days/wk and dad is unable to work due to medical issues. They just spent over $3,000 on the engine of their car and they cannot afford anything else at this time. The tires on the vehicle are in extremely bad shape and are unsafe. This is the only car the family has to get around. DHS was able to purchase 2 tires for the family and we are hoping to get assistance with purchasing the other 2. We received a quote from Canon Tire for $395 for all of them, but DHS will pay half so we are hoping to get $199 so this family can get around safely. We would appreciate any assistance you can provide to help this family. Thank you!

Hello, this request is to seek financial support for a single mom who was recently reunified with her daughter in paying a bill to lessen her load for the month. She is asking for $145.00 to help cover the cost of her storage unit for the month. She is working, but does not have guarenteed full-time hours each week, so she is needing a little extra cushion this month. Thank you!