Holiday Resources

Denver Rescue Mission: Thanksgiving Dinner Baskets

1701 Bryant St., Denver, CO

303-313-2456 (Holiday Hotline)

Capacity has been reached for online registration, but families can show up on Tuesday, November 24 at 11am to receive a box (feeds 8-10 people) on a first-come, first-serve basis.

 

Denver Rescue Mission: Thanksgiving Meals

2222 Lawrence St. Denver, CO

303-313-2456 (Holiday Hotline)

Meals offered Wednesday, November 25, 2020 from 12-1pm at Lawrence St. Community Shelter for families.

 

Family Resource Center

12000 E. 47^th Ave. #113, Denver, CO 80239

303-307-0718

http://familiesforwardco.com/services/holiday-programs/

Toy drive, adopt-a-family, thanksgiving food boxes available. Contact for more information.

 

Volunteers of America: Christmas Baskets

2877 Lawrence St., Denver, CO

303-297-0408 Ext. 3379

Eligibility: Bring photo ID if able

Registration link: www.tinyurl.com/freexmasdinner

Provides Christmas dinner baskets for pick-up in Denver to individuals and families. Registration will be held online, and will open on Monday, December 7^th, 2020 at 8am until all baskets are claimed. Baskets will be available for pick-up on Monday, December 21^st, 2020.

 

Denver Human Services: Adopt-A-Family

1200 Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80204

720-944-4483

Only for residents of the city/country of Denver. The entire family may be given food baskets, meals, small toys, and more. Other local Human Service offices may offer similar services to their county residents.

 

The Salvation Army: Christmas Resources

https://saangeltree.org/

Eligibility: Need photo ID, proof of residence (lease, utility bill, or mail received from the school district or another government agency), birth certificate for each child registered, official custody or guardianship papers, clothing and shoe sixes, and a toy wish for each child. No private information is shared with donors.

Must register online. Children and senior adults can be registered and accepted as an angel. Once accepted, their wish list is shared with donors in your community who purchase gifts of new clothing, toys, and other gifts.

 

Christmas Tree Project

4575 Galley Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80915

719-799-6070

Email: info@thechristmastreeproject.org

Website: http://www.thechristmastreeproject.org/

Tree request link: http://www.thechristmastreeproject.org/request-tree.html

Do not email to request a tree. Go online and follow the link to fill out the form to request a tree. The tree giveaway is typically held within the first two weeks of December. Any requests that come in past the distribution will be added to the list for the following year. It should be noted that this agency is located in Colorado Springs but serves the entire state. It is unclear whether families will be expected to pick-up their tree or if it will be delivered, so if this is of concern to you, it may be a good idea to call for assistance.

 

Annual Toy Shop: Kenzi’s Causes

4655 Humboldt St., Denver, CO

720-500-2112

Date: Saturday, December 5, 2020 from 9-4pm (or until supplies run out)

Eligibility: Individuals must be a parent/guardian of a child aged 0-18 (children not allowed at event)

Parents will receive 1 new toy, 1 new small toy, 1 stuffed animal, and 1 wooden toy car for each child.

 

To find more holiday resources in your area, please visit 211’s website or call 211. 

https://www.211colorado.org/holiday/

 

 

 

 

 

 

Food Banks in The Cole Area

*All Information Gathered from Food Bank of The Rockies*

Cole H.S. Food Pantry

3240 Humboldt St., Denver, CO 80205

Hours: Thursdays after school from 3-4pm

Not open during school holidays

 

Epworth United Church

3401 High St., Denver, CO 80205

303-296-6287

Hours: Tuesdays from 11-2pm and Thursdays 11-4pm

Eligibility: Need picture ID and proof of address

 

Sharing & Caring Ministries

3739 Downing St., Denver, CO 80205

303-295-3301

Hours: Monday-Thursday from 11-2pm

Clients may receive food assistance once a month.

 

HOPE Food Bank

2024 N Clarkson St., Denver, CO 80205

303-589-3561

Hours: Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30-11:30am

 

FBR Mobile Pantry—Denver Human Services East Office

3815 Steel St., Denver, CO 80205

303-371-9250

Hours: 3^rd Friday of every month from 9:00am until food is gone. Arriving no later than 9:30am is recommended.

Eligibility Requirements: Need picture ID

We are currently operating within the safety guidelines and recommendations of the CDC by using a drive-through model. We are still able to accommodate those without a vehicle. Please wear a mask to protect the health of the volunteers and yourself.

 

A Few Fun Activities to Do This Winter

Parade of Lights

When: Nov. 27–Dec. 31, 2020
Where: Throughout downtown Denver
The Downtown Denver Partnership is transforming the community tradition, 9News Parade of Lights, in 2020! We are thrilled to announce that this year's Parade will be a multi-week, socially safe extravaganza of activities across downtown. The floats you know and love will be displayed throughout downtown, from Denver Pavilions to Denver Union Station, offering multiple chances for our community to relish in the charm and excitement of the holiday season again and again.

 

Zoo Lights

When: Dec. 4–31, 2020
Where: Denver Zoo
It's official: Zoo Lights has been making magic, memories, and even marriages for 30 amazing years! Presented by Your Hometown Toyota Stores, this illuminating annual event transforms Denver Zoo into Colorado's WILDEST winter wonderland. Don't miss this year's historic celebration, with more than a million lights sparkling over 80 acres—plus a host of special measures to keep your family safe and healthy.