Each year, the Give! team, along with local leaders in business, media, and philanthropy, makes it easy for you to discover and donate to trusted nonprofits in the Pikes Peak region. Our expert review committee carefully vets every applicant, ensuring solid financials, ethical practices, and proven impact. Eligible nonprofits must serve the Pikes Peak region, address unmet needs in innovative ways, and benefit from reaching a broader audience.
Give! Nonprofit profile: Home Front Military Network (HFMN)
Home Front Military Network (HFMN) helps service members, veterans and their families navigate the myriad of support services in our community. We connect them to essential resources, including emergency financial assistance provided by HFMN and our partners, to meet the full range of needs of individuals and families, following alongside them every step of the way, helping them stand on their own and thrive.
Why
Service members, veterans and their families have sacrificed so much for us and have unique needs. Many don’t ask for help until they are in crisis. In 2022, 25% of deaths by suicide in El Paso County were veterans. More than 75% of veteran families served by HFMN in 2023 were living below 80% of area median income and struggled to make ends meet. HFMN provides hope and peace of mind to these vulnerable families.
Goals
- Provide direct assistance to 5,000 service members, veterans and families
- Provide $300k in emergency financial assistance to 200+ vulnerable veteran households
- 100% of financial assistance clients will remain stably housed 6 months after HFMN assistance
Did you know
Since 2020, HFMN’s call volume has quadrupled, and we’ve provided more than $1 million in financial assistance, keeping 800+ households from becoming homeless or without other basic needs.
Donate
Help fund the good work of Home Front Military Network at Campaign.GivePikesPeak.org/nonprofit/home-front-military-network.
“This program didn’t just offer me financial aid, as it gave me a sense of belonging and understanding when I needed it the most. Their thoughtful approach, compassionate staff, and real impact on my life are why I believe they can make a difference for others too.” – Anonymous HFMN Client, a disabled veteran struggling with financial needs
Give! Nonprofit profile: Benefits in Action (BIA))
Benefits in Action (BIA) is the trusted organization for comprehensive food and health-related benefits application assistance and program navigation. In 2023, BIA assisted over 20,000 individuals.
Benefits in Actions provides expert application assistance for Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) formerly known as Food Stamps, Cash Assistance, Connect 4 Health Colorado, Medicare and Medicare related programs, taxes, and more, at no cost to the clients we assist.
Why
Benefits in Action operates to help Coloradans thrive! Anyone can experience challenging times. When you do, Benefits in Action is available to help! Our compassionate benefit navigators will be side-by-side with you to assist in applying for public benefits. We know how stressful it can be to feel like there is more month than there is money and that you cannot afford food, or healthcare coverage. Call us for assistance!
Goals
Benefits in Action recently expanded services to the Pikes Peak area. In 2025, Benefits in Action will help more than 500 Pikes Peak neighbors apply for benefits that will help them thrive, driving over $250,000 of economic benefits. Benefits in Action will expand the number of locations in Colorado Springs where we provide services so we can meet people where they live, work and play!
Did you know
There are over 83,000 Pikes Peak neighbors who are food insecure every day and over 60% could be eligible for SNAP benefits which would help them pay for groceries and feed their families.
Donate
Help fund the good work of Benefits in Action at Campaign.GivePikesPeak.org/nonprofit/benefits-in-action
“I remain tremendously grateful for benefits that I did not even know were available until Benefits in Action helped me obtain them. It is not an exaggeration to say that I am still in my own home, in a community of which I’ve been a part for more than 3 decades, because of Benefits in Action.” – Paulette
