Additional Resources
A part of our mission is to "link" families in need with available tools and resources to improve their situation. View the categories below to see local organizations and public assistance programs available to Erie families.
FOOD
FOOD RESOURCES
Life can get hard and the Erie Community Food Bank is here to help you during those times. To qualify, you must be a resident of Erie, Colorado. You must bring in proof that you are a resident: a utility bill of any kind and a current I.D., such as a drivers license. Patrons can visit the Food Bank once a month.
Location: 635 Pierce St. Erie, CO 80516 Tel: 720-383-4865 Website: https://eriecommunityfoodbank.com/
Hours: Thursdays from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm and 5:30-7:30 and every 2nd Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
The Weld County Produce Truck is at the Erie Community Food Bank the first Thursday of the month with fresh fruits and vegetables. First Thursday of the month from 10:00 am to Noon
Location: 635 Pierce St. Erie, CO 80516
Bible Baptist Church of Erie Food Bank
The food bank is open every other Saturday, from 9:00 am - 11:30 am at Bible Baptist Church Annex in Erie.
Location: 5050 NE County Line Rd. Erie, CO 80516 Tel: 303.828.5109 Website: https://www.biblebaptisterie.com/
Sister Carmen Community Center
Sister Carmen now serves all of Erie, regardless of county. In addition to the food bank, they provide a variety of assistance from advocacy to community and family education to professional development training and more. There is also a thrift store onsite which is a great place to purchase/donate affordable clothing and household items.
Drive-thru food bank hours: Mon – Fri 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm (Wed. til 6pm)
Location: 655 Aspen Ridge Drive Lafayette, CO 80026 Tel: 303-665-4342 Website: www.sistercarmen.org
CCMOW delivers high-quality, nutrient-dense meals every weekday to individuals limited in physical capacity due to illness, age and/or disability. Through their Project Homecoming Program, they also provide five free meals to folks returning home from a hospital stay. And, for those with pets, they offer pet food delivery through their Plates for Pets program.
Tel: (303) 665-0566 Website: www.coalcreekmow.org
Hunger Free Colorado’s Food Finder page is your one-stop-shop for food resources across Colorado. There you’ll find information on community resources, food and nutrition programs, and other public benefits designed to support you and your loved ones.
HOUSING AND UTILITY
HOUSING AND UTILITY RESOURCES
Town of Erie Housing Resources
The Town of Erie lists housing resources including affordable rental housing, affordable home ownership, down payment assistance, shelter and transitional housing.
Website: https://www.erieco.gov/2122/Housing-Resources
Colorado Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
LEAP is a federally funded program that helps eligible hard-working Colorado families, seniors and individuals pay a portion of their winter home heating costs. Their goal is to help bring warmth, comfort and safety to your home and family by assisting with heating costs. Heat assistance may be available to you.
Call HEAT HELP at 1-866-432-8435 to see if you qualify. Website: https://cdhs.colorado.gov/leap
Affordable Internet
See a list of affordable internet options available to families in the St. Vrain Valley School District: https://ehs.svvsd.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/16/2021/06/Affordable-Internet_1.pdfBoulder County Housing Authority
Get help finding affordable housing throughout Boulder County as well as assistance with subsidized housing programs.
Tel: (303) 441-3929 Website: www.bouldercountyhousing.org.
Sister Carmen Community Center
In addition to the food bank, Sister Carmen has a utility assistance program available to residents of Erie who meet income guidelines. To learn more, you are encouraged to call Tel: 303-665-4342.
Website: https://sistercarmen.org/
Boulder Housing Partners
Founded in 1966, Boulder Housing Partners (BHP) is the housing authority for the City of Boulder. The organization builds, owns and manages affordable housing for low and moderate income residents.
Tel: (303) 441-3929 Website: www.boulderhousing.org
Longmont Housing Authority
Longmont Housing Authority administers approximately 405 Longmont Section 8 Vouchers and manages an affordable multi-family rental portfolio of 462 units in 9 properties. It serves more than 900 participant and resident households to provide permanently affordable housing.
Tel: (303) 651-8581 Website: https://www.longmonthousing.org/
TRANSPORT
TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES
Via Mobility
Via is a private, non-profit organization that provides customers with transportation and mobility options that enable them to live a more self-sufficient and independent life.
Tel: (303) 447-9636 Website: www.viacolorado.org
COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Colorado PEAK
The fast and easy way to access benefit information - anytime and anywhere. PEAK is an online service for Coloradans to screen and apply for medical, food, cash, and early childhood assistance programs.
Website: https://peak.my.site.com/peak/s/peak-landing-page?language=en_US
Community Resource Hub
2-1-1 Colorado streamlines services & provides one central location where people can get connected to the resources they need. Whether you are searching for a shelter availability, childcare, or rent payment assistance – 2-1-1 can connect you to available resources in your community.
Call 211 for Help Website: https://www.211.org/
Find Help
Resource database for programs in a searchable zip code area. Find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.
Website: www.findhelp.org
Boulder County Personal Finance Coaching
Are you feeling nervous about your next mortgage, car or student loan payment? We are offering both phone and virtual appointments to listen to your individual circumstance, talk about options and help you create a plan. All appointments are free and confidential.
Tel: 720-564-2279 Website: personalfinance@bouldercounty.gov
Job Skills Training and Assistance
Thrive helps participants build confidence and develop the skills they need to gain employment, establish a work history, stay in a job, increase their income, and advance to economic self-sufficiency.
Website: www.thrivecolorado.org