We are Summit County's resource center for
food security, peer support, health and wellness, and
financial empowerment.
How can we help you?
Our impact:
Total financial assistance provided annually
Volunteer Hours Contributed
No-cost Groceries, Zero Barriers, and Fresh Food!
In Summit County, Colorado, our Free Community Food Markets tackle the challenges of high living costs by offering fresh, healthy, and nutritious food options, supporting families in budget management, savings, and community connections. We encourage weekly visits to access up to $200 worth of groceries, allowing hundreds of dollars in monthly food savings to be redirected towards rent or other essentials.
Community health
Personalized guidance for health insurance
FIRC’s Health Navigators offer personalized guidance for selecting and applying for health insurance coverage that aligns with your budget and needs. Access our Health Navigators easily through our online scheduling tool for in-person or virtual consultations at our Summit County offices. While not licensed brokers, our trained navigators can assist you with exploring available options for marketplace coverage (Connect for Health Colorado), CHP+, Medicaid, and food assistance programs like SNAP, and WIC.
Financial education and advocacy
FIRC’s Financial Empowerment program is designed to help individuals and families overcome the challenges posed by Summit County’s high cost of living. Our program assists with goal setting, personalized financial review, and connecting to community resources such as housing scholarships, financial planning, and utility support. Through education and advocacy, we ensure basic needs are met, fostering thriving households.
Peer support
Empowering individuals and families
Our Peer Support Services empower individuals to cultivate social networks and drive positive transformations in their lives. Parents benefit from resources, enhanced child development knowledge, and positive parenting skills through interactions with our Parent Educators, fostering connections within the community.Â
Who is FIRC?
Our Mission
Opening doors and unleashing our community’s potential
Our Vision
A diverse and thriving community
Be a Changemaker
FIRC has several opportunities for you to become involved in making a difference! From attending events , to donating food, or volunteering your time, there are many meaningful ways to connect with the FIRC team and the local community. Join us today!
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