Causes: Homeless & Housing, Homeless Shelters

Mission: Shelter and Services to preserve the life, health, and stability of men, women, and children experiencing homelessness.

Results: Aurora has always been a collaborative and compassionate community. Lots of people talk about problems, but we’re all about BEING part of the solution. That is why we would like to partner with you. You can help on an individual level or group level. Both offer the rewards of helping others and having a personal sense of accomplishment. With generous support from the community, AWTN is ensuring families and individuals meet their most basic needs. By partnering with people like you, we are helping to break the cycle of homelessness. From 2006 to 2016, we have provided over 20,000 warm bed nights of shelter.

Target demographics: men, women, and children experiencing homelessness

Geographic areas served: Aurora, Colorado

Programs: Shelter: Cold weather shelter provided via motels vouchers when temperatures drop to 20 degrees or below. Vouchers provides safety, an opportunity for showers, and prevents frostbite and death from winter elements. Basic Necessities: Our year-round services include food, clothing, blankets, and hygiene items. Comprehensive Services: We partner with onsite providers to provide mental health services, health care clinics, workforce education (resume writing, interviewing skills, job coaching), food stamps, SSI, and SSDI application assistance and veterans’ services. Community Awareness & Advocacy: AWTN’s advocacy has led to city and statewide Homeless Proclamations. AWTN provides homeless awareness support to the city, schools, faith-based community, corporations, and community organizations.