Resource Directory

Economic Assistance

Vail Valley Charitable Fund (VVCF)

Services: Direct Aid: Helps local individuals and families facing medical crises or long-term illness with grants to cover medical bills, rent, utilities, or other essential needs. Eagle County Smiles Program: Provides free or reduced-cost dental care for uninsured children and youth in our area of service. Eagle County Grins Program: Offers low-cost dental services for uninsured adults. Vail Breast Cancer Group (VBCG): Supports women in Eagle County who are undergoing breast cancer diagnosis or treatment through financial aid, mammogram funding, and community support. Spanish Outreach: Bilingual (English/Spanish) assistance to help applicants navigate forms and connect with our programs. Community Referrals: Connects clients with additional resources such as mental health, housing, transportation, or food assistance programs. Volunteering and Events: Opportunities for community members to get involved in fundraising events like the LG Tri or Bowling for Boobs and to give back.

Cost: All applications and the application assistance for our programs are free of charge.

Eligibility: Must live or work in our area of service (East Vail to Dotsero, including Minturn & Red Cliff) for more than one year. Must be facing a medical hardship or financial difficulty related to a health issue. Applicants provide documentation such as physician statements, medical bills, rent agreement / mortgage statements, and proof of income. For EC Smiles and Free Screening Mammogram programs, specific applications are required (available on the website).

Garfield County Public Health and Environment; WIC Program

Services: WIC is a supplemental nutrition program providing healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding guidance, and community support.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: WIC is available to women, infants and children who meet income eligibility. For more information see website or call.

Garfield County Public Health – Dental Resource List

Services: Dental providers accepting Medicaid, CHP+, and discounted or sliding fee scales. Aspen to Parachute and more.

Website: https://www.garfieldcountyco.gov/public-health/dental-resources/

MyFriendBen

Services: Online tool that helps individuals identify what they qualify for and apply for federal, state, and local benefits such as SNAP, WIC, tax credits, and more.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Open to anyone living in Colorado. English and Spanish

Benefit Recovery Fund

Services: Statewide program for unemployed undocumented workers in Colorado who have or will receive a W-2 tax form from their employer, who have lost their job through no fault of their own and who are not eligible to receive traditional wage replacement assistance. It provides direct cash payments for eligible W-2 or pay stub workers without work authorizations to help them pay for things like food, shelter, healthcare, clothing and other critical needs due to a loss of employment.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Unemployed undocumented workers in Colorado, must be 16 years or older, have earned income as a W-2 worker in a qualified or alternative base period (typically within the last 15-18 months) and complete application. Can apply online on website.

Colorado State Government Resource Inventory

Services: This resource inventory is a collection of all opportunities (i.e., service offerings, resources, funding opportunities, training/technical assistance) made available by Colorado’s state government that relate to the behavioral health of children, youth and families.

Website: https://co-cyf-resourceinventory.glide.page/dl/74c4fe

Family Resource Center School District no 16

Services: Counseling and Support Services: Individual, or group counseling to address mental health and provide social-emotional services. Parenting Education: Workshops and classes that provide parenting skills, child development information, and resources. Childcare Assistance: Information about affordable childcare options and sometimes direct support or programs. Emergency Assistance: Help with basic needs like food, clothing, and shelter, as well as assistance in crisis situations. Referrals: Connections to other community services such as healthcare, legal aid, and educational resources. Youth Programs: Activities and support for children and teenagers, including tutoring, mentorship, and recreational programs. Health and Wellness Services: Access to health screenings, wellness programs, and resources for physical and mental health. Community Engagement: Opportunities for families to connect with each other and participate in community events.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Local families, No appointment necessary

Family Resource Center of the Roaring Fork Schools

Services: Help navigating student enrollment, academic and social-emotional interventions. Parent leadership and advocacy opportunities. Public benefit application assistance ex. medical, vision, dental, mental health care. Free and reduced lunch application support. Internet access and assistance. Rent and utilities assistance. Transportation assistance and support. Financial literacy coaching and access to resources. Increase in positive parenting skills. Family meetings to support students who are at-risk of chronic absenteeism or drop out to access resources.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Families with children 0-21 years of age attending schools within the Roaring Fork School District boundaries (Glenwood, Carbondale and Basalt). Unaccompanied Youth enrolled in the Roaring Fork Schools. They can connect with their school family liaison. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aqFhpSWHyQ7JCaaW6Xk9rguOOFOwmGtl2CfFnr1qAHs/edit?tab=t.0

Vail Behavioral Health – Behavioral Health Case Management

Services: Helps Eagle County residents navigate the complex system of behavioral health care and connects people to available resources and services that best meet their needs when they experience barriers to access. Connect with therapists, Access drug and alcohol treatment, Understand treatment options, Connect with an insurance navigator, Explore financial assistance options, Connect to short- or long-term care, Find additional financial alternatives to assist with medical expenses, housing assistance, food assistance, and emergency funding to help with immediate needs.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Must be a resident or work in Eagle County. Call for more information or to schedule appointment, services in English or Spanish.

Catholic Charities

Services: Emergency Financial Assistance. Circumstance outside of the patient’s control impacting housing, which has a solution and is sustainable. Examples: unforeseen loss of job, surgery, and natural disasters like a fire.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Residents of Eagle, Pitkin, Garfield Counties. Appointments preferred but can accommodate walk-ins at the Glenwood location. Appointments only at the Eagle and Avon offices.

Economic Assistance

Vail Valley Charitable Fund (VVCF)

Garfield County Public Health and Environment; WIC Program

Garfield County Public Health – Dental Resource List

MyFriendBen

Benefit Recovery Fund

Colorado State Government Resource Inventory

Family Resource Center School District no 16

Family Resource Center of the Roaring Fork Schools

Vail Behavioral Health – Behavioral Health Case Management

Catholic Charities

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