Causes: Homeless & Housing, Homeless Centers, Homeless Shelters, Human Services

Mission: Our mission is to promote self-sufficiency and provide assistance to those experiencing housing instability.

Results: In 2018.. . Number of people served - 1,556Number of children served - 815# of shelter nights - 4,929Rental assistance - 244Utilities - 236Amount of direct assistance - $276,000

Target demographics: the homeless and those struggling with housing instability

Direct beneficiaries per year: 1,556 individuals with 815 of them being children

Geographic areas served: Adams County, CO and Southern Weld County, CO

Programs: Family Emergency Shelter - we are one of only four family emergency shelters in Adams County and the only homeless shelter in Brighton, CO. We have room in our shelter to allow for up to six families to stay at a home. Rental Assistance - we provide rental and mortgage assistance to those in need. Many come to us in crisis mode with eviction notices in hand. Many times our assistance can keep those folks in their homes and avoid subsequent homelessness. Utilities Assistance - We provide financial assistance to those who find themselves behind or with a shut-off notice for their utility bill. GED & ESL Classes - We have partnered with Coal Creek Adult Education Center to provide GED and ESL classes in our community room.