Colorado Springs/El Paso County

A father is requesting for assistance to pay for a book he needs to successfully complete treatment. If he is able to pay for this book, then he will be able to close out this service, and complete his treatment plan. He will also be able to begin having overnights with his son.

We are reaching out on behalf of a young woman in the Foster Youth in Transition (YIT) program and her boyfriend, who are both working hard to support themselves and others in need and are in need of food assistance. In addition to covering their own expenses, they are currently providing housing and care for her aunt, who has diabetes and is unable to work, as well as a 17-year-old boy who recently became homeless after his father was incarcerated. While they both work full-time and regularly utilize food banks, their limited income is stretched thin after paying rent and essential bills, leaving little to no money for groceries. This couple is doing everything they can to keep their household stable, but they are in urgent need of grocery assistance to continue supporting themselves and the two individuals depending on them. Any help with food support would be deeply appreciated.

The department is working with a 20 year old girl that has faced abuse in the past and as a result has become very independent and very hard working, she currently has 2 jobs and is getting ready to start a 3rd. This month she experienced some unexpected expenses and is now facing not being able to pay rent this month for an apartment that she lives in with a peer. This youth is also preparing for her 21st birthday and will be aging out in just a few short months. Any help would be apreciated by this youth! Thank you!

Father is in florida working and is the sole provider for the family. Mother is currently struggling to find employment and recently moved to a new apartment and is needing support with a twin bed mattress for her daughter and a dining table for 4. (her and her 3 kids). Anything new or gently used would be appreciated thank you.

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A 7 year old boy recently moved to KS to reside with his grandfather. The grandfather needs the boys birth certificate to get him on KS medicaid and establish medical providers in KS. We are asking for help purchasing a birth certificate for this boy.

The Department of Human Services is asking for a $50 Amazon gift card to help a motivated young person purchase books that will support his educational goals. Your contribution will go directly toward resources that inspire learning and growth. Thank you for helping invest in his future.

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!

Single mom who recently became unemployed seeking assistance for a bicycle to use to get to work. She has fallen behind her car payments and reports her car will be repossessed. She hopes to obtain a bike that is "sturdy with good wheels" as she describes needing a bike to support a larger person. I will add a helmet would be useful to ensure safety.

Single mother of 4 children seeking assistance for gas cards to take her children and herself to their mental health services. Mom works full time, but her budget is stretched since each child attends intensive services multiple times per week. She is also participating in intensive services. Mom finds herself going from one appointment to another appointment at least 4 times during the week. She reports food and gas has been a stressor to keep up with her adolescents.

Two children have been recently placed into kinship care with their aunt and cousin. This was unexpected and the aunt is needing assistance with getting groceries stocked for the children.

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DHS is involved with this family due to DV between Mom and BF. Dad has stepped up to help his daughters (12,15) and meets with them on different occasions throughout the week. Dad is disabled and doing the best he can. We are asking for help with food, a Walmart giftcard would be great. Dad is working towards getting his daughters back and this request would help him with that. Thank you so much for your consideration!! The family greatly appreciates it.

Our client is a single mother raising two boys. One of the boys has high behavioral needs. Mom is just needing a little bit of financial help whether it be a gas card, grocery gift card, or a gift card for Walmart or Target.