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Family help in Larimer County, Colorado

64 places and programs in and around Larimer County that help families with food, diapers, healthcare, childcare, housing, and bills. Everything here is free to browse and free to contact.

Please call before you go. Hours and eligibility come from public records refreshed monthly, not in real time. A quick phone call saves a wasted trip, and staff can tell you what to bring.

Food assistance

8 listed
  • Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park, Inc - Food Distribution Center

    1753 Wildfire Rd, Estes Park, CO 80517, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Food Bank For Larimer County

    1301 Blue Spruce Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Food Bank for Larimer County

    2600 N Lincoln Ave, Loveland, CO 80538, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

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  • Food Bank for Larimer County

    1301 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80524

    Food bank serving Larimer County, Colorado. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Larimer County area. Visit their website or call to find the food assistance nearest you.

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food.

  • Food Bank for Larimer County Administrative Office

    5706 Wright Dr, Loveland, CO 80538, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Rams against hunger

    1251 S Mason St, Fort Collins, CO 80523, USA

    Monday: 2:00 – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: 2:00 – 5:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • The Growing Project - Food Distribution Center

    Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • UCHealth FMC Food Pantry - Family Medicine Center

    1025 Pennock Place Ste 109, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

Diapers & baby supplies

1 listed

Maternal & infant health

3 listed
  • Larimer County WIC

    200 Peridot Ave, Loveland, CO 80537, USA

  • Larimer County WIC program

    1601 Brodie Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517, USA

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • WIC

    1525 Blue Spruce Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

Healthcare & clinics

4 listed
  • Health District of Northern Larimer County

    120 Bristlecone Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Larimer County Health Department

    1601 Brodie Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517, USA

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • Larimer County Health Department

    200 Peridot Ave, Loveland, CO 80537, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

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  • Larimer County Health Department

    1525 Blue Spruce Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

Childcare & early education

15 listed
  • A Little Help

    328 Massachusetts Ave, Berthoud, CO 80513, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Bright Horizons at Little Acorns

    3507 Richmond Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Early Childhood Center at CSU

    223 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

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  • Early Childhood Council of Larimer County

    424 Pine St Ste 201, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • Early Childhood Education at Stansberry

    407 E 42nd St, Loveland, CO 80538, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • First United Methodist Church

    1005 Stover St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Co-op preschool program

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Fort Collins PreSchool

    1709 W Elizabeth St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Fullana Learning Center

    220 N Grant Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Little Peoples Landing Learning Center - Fort Collins

    4525 Boardwalk Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

    Monday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Little Peoples Landing Learning Center - Loveland

    6606 Avondale Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

    Monday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Luckey Stars Early Learning Center

    2464 Marquette St, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • The Children's Workshop On Grant Avenue

    635 S Grant Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Child care and early education programs

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Young People's Learning Center - Toddler Location

    405 Mathews St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Young Peoples Learning Center

    209 E Plum St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Young Peoples Learning Center - Alliance

    2901 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

Housing & shelter

5 listed
  • Administrative Office - Loveland Habitat for Humanity

    108 W 29th St Unit D, Loveland, CO 80538, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • CARE Communities

    1303 W Swallow Rd #11, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Housing and shelter services

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Family Housing Network of Fort Collins (formerly Faith Family Hospitality)

    1606 S Lemay Ave Ste 105, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

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  • Housing Catalyst

    1715 W Mountain Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tuesday: 12:00 – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Thursday: 12:00 – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Murphy Center for Hope

    242 Conifer St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Shelter and housing assistance

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Utilities & financial help

14 listed
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  • Larimer County Administrative Services

    200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Larimer County Department of Human Services

    1501 Blue Spruce Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Larimer County Human Services - Loveland

    200 Peridot Ave, Loveland, CO 80537, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Outreach Fort Collins

    Old Town Square, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Project Self-Sufficiency of Northern Colorado

    1810 N Boise Ave, Loveland, CO 80538, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Education, workforce training, apprenticeships for single parents

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Samaritan House Fort Collins

    460 Linden Center Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • SERVE 6.8 (Warehouse only)

    5701 McWhinney Blvd, Loveland, CO 80538, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • SERVE 6.8 City Park Church Resource Center

    1725 W Mulberry St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Spectrum Community Services

    5819 Lockheed Ave, Loveland, CO 80538, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • The Center for Family Outreach

    212 W Mountain Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • The Salvation Army Fort Collins

    3901 S Mason St, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

Mental & behavioral health

2 listed
  • Alliance for Suicide Prevention of Larimer County

    525 W Oak St Ste B10, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Mental health crisis support and suicide prevention services

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Larimer County Behavioral Health Services

    2260 W Trilby Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USA

    Monday: Open 24 hours · Tuesday: Open 24 hours · Wednesday: Open 24 hours · Thursday: Open 24 hours · Friday: Open 24 hours · Saturday: Open 24 hours · Sunday: Open 24 hours

Domestic violence & safety

1 listed
  • Crossroads Safehouse & Services

    421 Parker St, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

    Monday: Open 24 hours · Tuesday: Open 24 hours · Wednesday: Open 24 hours · Thursday: Open 24 hours · Friday: Open 24 hours · Saturday: Open 24 hours · Sunday: Open 24 hours

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Employment & job training

2 listed
  • Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development

    200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Larimer County Workforce Center

    200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Education & after-school

2 listed
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County

    103 Smokey St, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Poudre River Friends of the Library

    301 E Olive St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Disability & special needs

3 listed
  • Foothills Gateway

    301 Skyway Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Services for intellectual and developmental disabilities

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Mindset Creative Community Resources

    6813 S College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Disability services, developmental support

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • The Arc of Larimer County

    1721 W Harmony Rd Unit 101, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Community centers & general help

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  • Otter Cares Foundation

    401 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Raised with Respect

    503 Remington St Ste 04, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Respectful parenting and parent groups

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Other

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  • United Way of Larimer County

    525 W Oak St #101, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    The local United Way. It funds community agencies rather than giving help directly, and can point you to the right one.

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Wherever you are

National helplines, open to every family

These work anywhere in the United States, most of them around the clock.

  • Feeding America Food Bank Finder

    Find your local Feeding America food bank and nearby pantries anywhere in the United States.

    Who it is for: Open to everyone

  • SNAP Food Assistance (USDA state directory)

    Apply for SNAP (food stamps) to help buy groceries. Use the directory to find your state SNAP office and application.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible households

  • USDA National Hunger Hotline

    Monday to Friday, 7am to 10pm ET

    Free help finding food assistance anywhere in the country. Call to be connected with food pantries, meal sites, and benefit programs. Available in English and Spanish.

    Who it is for: Open to everyone

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  • National Diaper Bank Network

    Find a diaper bank near you anywhere in the United States.

    Who it is for: Families in need of diapers

  • National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. Call or text 24/7; interpreter services available.

    Who it is for: Pregnant and postpartum people and their families

  • Postpartum Support International

    Support and resources for parents experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety challenges. Call or text the helpline to be connected with local support.

    Who it is for: New and expecting parents

  • WIC Nutrition Program (USDA)

    Free healthy food, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help for pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5. Find and apply at your local WIC clinic.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5

  • Find a Health Center (HRSA)

    Find a community health center near you that provides care on a sliding fee scale, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

    Who it is for: Open to all; sliding-scale fees

  • Health Insurance Marketplace (HealthCare.gov)

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Enroll in health coverage for your family, with financial help based on income. Call or apply online; the call center is open 24/7.

    Who it is for: Open to all; subsidies based on income

  • Insure Kids Now (Medicaid and CHIP for children)

    Free or low-cost health and dental coverage for children and teens through Medicaid and CHIP. Call to be connected with your state program and get help enrolling.

    Who it is for: Children and teens in income-eligible families

  • Childcare.gov

    Find child care options, financial assistance, and your state child care resources anywhere in the United States.

    Who it is for: Open to all families

  • Head Start and Early Head Start

    Free early education, child care, and family support for income-eligible families with children from birth to age 5. Use the locator to find a program near you.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible families with children birth to age 5

  • 211 (United Way)

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential help available 24/7 in every state. Dial 211 to connect with local resources for housing, food, utilities, healthcare, and more.

    Who it is for: Open to everyone

  • HUD Housing Counseling

    Free, HUD-approved counseling for renters and homeowners. Get help finding rental assistance, avoiding eviction or foreclosure, and locating affordable housing.

    Who it is for: Open to renters and homeowners

  • National Runaway Safeline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Help and resources for youth experiencing homelessness or thinking about running away, and for their families. Available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.

    Who it is for: Youth and families

  • LIHEAP Energy Assistance (National Energy Assistance Referral)

    Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm ET

    Free help paying heating and cooling bills. Call to be connected with the energy assistance office that serves your area, or visit EnergyHelp.us to find it.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible households

  • 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide. Call or text 988, or chat online. Help is available in English and Spanish.

    Who it is for: Anyone in crisis; free and confidential

  • Disaster Distress Helpline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential crisis counseling for anyone in emotional distress related to a disaster. Call or text 24/7.

    Who it is for: Anyone affected by a disaster

  • SAMHSA National Helpline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use, in English and Spanish.

    Who it is for: Open to everyone; free and confidential

  • Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

    24/7 confidential support for children, teens, parents, and anyone worried about a child. Counselors answer questions, talk through difficult situations, and connect you with local resources. Call or text.

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone affected by domestic violence. Call, text START to 88788, or chat online to talk with an advocate, plan for safety, and find local help.

    Who it is for: Anyone affected by domestic violence; free and confidential

  • RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Free, confidential support for survivors of sexual assault, available 24/7. Call or chat online to reach a trained advocate.

    Who it is for: Survivors of sexual assault; free and confidential

  • Find Legal Aid (Legal Services Corporation)

    Search for the free civil legal aid office that serves your county. LSC funds nonprofit legal aid organizations in every state for issues like housing, custody, benefits, and debt.

  • LawHelp.org (free legal aid finder)

    Find free legal aid and self-help resources in your state for housing, family, public benefits, safety, and more.

    Who it is for: Income-eligible individuals and families

  • CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)

    Free job search help, training and certification info, and resume guidance from the U.S. Department of Labor. Use the Local Help section to find your nearest American Job Center for free in-person employment services.

  • 211 Transportation Help (United Way)

    Free, confidential referrals to local transportation help such as rides to medical appointments, bus passes, and gas vouchers where available. If you have Medicaid, also ask your state Medicaid office about free rides to covered medical appointments.

  • Boys & Girls Clubs of America (club finder)

    After-school and summer programs for ages 6 to 18, including sports leagues, STEM labs, and meals at many clubs. Use the finder to locate a club near you.

  • Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

    Free, age-appropriate books mailed each month to children from birth to age 5, at no cost to families. Available where a local program operates; use the finder to check your area and register your child online.

    Who it is for: Any Missouri child under age 5, regardless of income

  • YMCA (Find Your Y)

    Youth programs, child care, camps, and family activities at local YMCAs nationwide. Use the locator to find your nearest Y and see which youth programs it offers.

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