Find Mutual Aid
About this directory: This guide helps people in El Paso County find food, housing, supplies, and other mutual aid support. It compiles publicly available information from local groups and organizations. Organizations listed here are not affiliated with or endorsed by 50501 Colorado Springs, and inclusion does not imply partnership. Information may change at any time.
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Academy School District 20 – Adult ESL (Education & Administration Center)
Refugee & Newcomer
Colorado Springs
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North/Northeast
Free adult ESL; 10-week sessions; beginning & intermediate levels.
Baby & Me Tobacco Free (Diaper Vouchers)
Diapers & Infant
Colorado Springs
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Countywide
Free quit-tobacco counseling for pregnant and postpartum parents, plus diaper vouchers for those who stay smoke-free.
Catholic Charities – Family Immigration Services
Refugee & Newcomer
Colorado Springs
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Downtown
Low-cost consultations; multilingual support.
Catholic Charities – Family Resource Center (Baby Needs)
Diapers & Infant
Colorado Springs
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Downtown
Family-friendly resource center offering diapers, wipes, clothing, pantry referrals, and other basic needs for families in crisis, by appointment.
Catholic Charities – Marian House Kitchen & Marketplace Pantry
Food
Colorado Springs
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Downtown
Daily hot meal and downtown food pantry (Marketplace) for individuals and families in need at Marian House.
Catholic Charities – Rent & Utility Services
Rent & Utilities
Colorado Springs
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Downtown/Multiple
Short-term rent and utility assistance for eligible households, offered through Catholic Charities case management as funding allows.
Catholic Charities – Rent & Utility Services
Rent & Utilities
Colorado Springs
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Downtown
Short-term rent and utility assistance for eligible households, offered through Catholic Charities case management as funding allows.
Chinook Center – People’s Grocery
Food
Colorado Springs
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Central
Free community grocery distribution (People’s Grocery) at Chinook Center for neighbors needing food support.
Church For All Nations – Emergency Food Bags
Food
Colorado Springs
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Northeast (Templeton Gap)
Emergency food bags for individuals and families in need; contact the church or check their information for current distribution schedule and limits.
Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition (CIRC) – Help & Hotline
Refugee & Newcomer
Colorado
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Statewide (serves El Paso County)
Statewide hotline and periodic legal clinics; confirm event dates.
Colorado LEAP – Low‑income Energy Assistance Program
Rent & Utilities
Colorado
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Statewide (serves El Paso County)
Seasonal utility bill assistance for income-eligible Colorado households during the LEAP application period.
Colorado Legal Services – Colorado Springs
Women & Safety
Colorado Springs
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Downtown/South End
Apply online or by phone.
Colorado Legal Services – Colorado Springs Office (Immigration)
Refugee & Newcomer
Colorado Springs
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Downtown
Free/low-cost civil legal aid; immigration services capacity varies—call for eligibility and openings.
Colorado Pet Pantry (with HSPPR)
Food
Colorado Springs
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Countywide
Pet food pantry events in El Paso County.
Colorado Springs Police Department – Victim Advocacy Unit
Women & Safety
Colorado Springs
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Citywide
Victim advocacy and support services provided through the Colorado Springs Police Department following a police report or referral.
Connections 4 Life Center – Fountain
Multi-Service
Fountain
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Fountain
Family services with pantry.
Connections 4 Life – Baby & Family Support
Diapers & Infant
Fountain
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Fountain
Community resource center in Fountain providing food, baby items, and family support for households with limited income.
Crossfire Ministries – Diapers & Formula
Diapers & Infant
Colorado Springs
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Northeast (N Academy)
Provides diapers and formula at no cost for El Paso County families; registration required before shopping.
Crossfire Ministries – No-Cost Grocery
Food
Colorado Springs
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Northeast
No-cost grocery store for registered guests experiencing financial hardship; registration required before shopping.
D11 Adult & Family Education – ESL (Free)
Refugee & Newcomer
Colorado Springs
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Central/Northeast
Free ESL for adults 17+; registration required.
Academy School District 20 – Adult ESL (Education & Administration Center)
Refugee & Newcomer
Colorado Springs
•
North/Northeast
Free adult ESL; 10-week sessions; beginning & intermediate levels.
Baby & Me Tobacco Free (Diaper Vouchers)
Diapers & Infant
Colorado Springs
•
Countywide
Free quit-tobacco counseling for pregnant and postpartum parents, plus diaper vouchers for those who stay smoke-free.
Catholic Charities – Family Immigration Services
Refugee & Newcomer
Colorado Springs
•
Downtown
Low-cost consultations; multilingual support.
Catholic Charities – Family Resource Center (Baby Needs)
Diapers & Infant
Colorado Springs
•
Downtown
Family-friendly resource center offering diapers, wipes, clothing, pantry referrals, and other basic needs for families in crisis, by appointment.
Catholic Charities – Marian House Kitchen & Marketplace Pantry
Food
Colorado Springs
•
Downtown
Daily hot meal and downtown food pantry (Marketplace) for individuals and families in need at Marian House.
Catholic Charities – Rent & Utility Services
Rent & Utilities
Colorado Springs
•
Downtown/Multiple
Short-term rent and utility assistance for eligible households, offered through Catholic Charities case management as funding allows.
Catholic Charities – Rent & Utility Services
Rent & Utilities
Colorado Springs
•
Downtown
Short-term rent and utility assistance for eligible households, offered through Catholic Charities case management as funding allows.
Chinook Center – People’s Grocery
Food
Colorado Springs
•
Central
Free community grocery distribution (People’s Grocery) at Chinook Center for neighbors needing food support.
Church For All Nations – Emergency Food Bags
Food
Colorado Springs
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Northeast (Templeton Gap)
Emergency food bags for individuals and families in need; contact the church or check their information for current distribution schedule and limits.
Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition (CIRC) – Help & Hotline
Refugee & Newcomer
Colorado
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Statewide (serves El Paso County)
Statewide hotline and periodic legal clinics; confirm event dates.
Important: If you need urgent help or are in danger, please contact local emergency services. This directory focuses on community and mutual aid organizations in and around El Paso County and may not include every resource available.
50501 COS does not collect personal information from browsing this directory, and any contact you make with listed organizations is between you and them.
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