With the current government shutdown and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits temporarily paused this November, and the cost of groceries at an all-time high, many families are struggling to put food on the table. As a result, local nonprofits and food banks in Douglas County are experiencing a significant increase in demand for assistance.
If you’re looking for ways to support families in need in Douglas County, here are five local nonprofits that are helping provide food and essential resources during this challenging time. Make your financial donation go farther — check if your employer matches charitable gifts!
If you are in need of assistance, check out this great resource list for people and pets compiled by Macaroni Kid in Douglas County.
SECOR Cares
Make a donation.
Collect food to donate (Our most needed shelf-stable items can be found on our Food Donations Link).
Donate $25 grocery store gift cards (Safeway or King Soopers preferred)
Food donation hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and Wednesday and Thursday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Help and Hope Center
Make a donation.
Drive through Help & Help Center’s donation receiving line to drop off groceries and toiletries for our clients from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday through Friday. Find a list of critical items on their website.
Catholic Charities of Central Colorado
Make a donation.
Donate food. View the wish list here. Drop off donations at 2 Oakwood Park Plaza, Suite 100 in Castle Rock from Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Parker Task Force
Make a donation.
Donate food. Check the current needs list.
Donations of gift cards to the following stores are most appreciated: King Soopers, Safeway, Sprouts, Walmart, Target and Kohls
Food donation hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Food Bank of the Rockies
Make a donation.
