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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.

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Elevar

Services: Elevar is a leadership development program that provides community development through grantmaking and program-related investments to emerging entrepreneurs from the Latinx and people of color communities.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: We are looking for early-stage entrepreneurs from the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) community. “Early stage” means that you are in your initial stages of operation, growth, and product or service development. You may still be refining your concept, conducting market research, and/or building your minimum viable product (MVP). Cohort applications open annually around November/December.

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High Country Volunteers Tax Assistance Program

Services: Certified IRS volunteers prepare and e-file Federal and State income taxes for individuals and families with incomes less than $67,000. This program runs February through April 15th. Appointments available in Glenwood Springs, Rifle, and Parachute.

Cost: This program is free of charge.

Eligibility: Individuals and families with incomes less than $67,000.

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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.

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Housing Eagle County

Services: Rental assistance for move in costs.

Cost: Partial repayment required.

Eligibility: Meets the definition of “eligible household” per Eagle County Affordable Housing guidelines. See guidelines here.

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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.

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Valley Settlement – Equipo de Apoyo Familiar / Family Support Team

Services: Case Management & Community Services. Wraparound services; Family Navigators conduct home visits, assist families in times of crisis, and provide one-on-one support to connect families with the resources they need to thrive. This can include support with healthcare, food, transportation, government assistance, etc. Service in English and Spanish

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Anyone who needs help accessing community resources, just call or come to our office.

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Eagle County Department of Human Services

Services: Help applying for Food, Medical, Childcare, Financial, Child Support and Other Assistance Programs. English and Spanish

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Each program has different eligibility requirements but no requirements to see what you are eligible for. No appointment necessary, call for more information. Please talk with a human services professional or go to Colorado PEAK website to apply.

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Benefits in Action

Services: Assistance navigating and applying for government benefits. SNAP, Medicaid, Medicare, Connect for Health, Social Security, unemployment, OmniSalud, LEAP, and more!

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Anyone that lives in Colorado, regardless of citizenship.

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Eagle County Public Health and Environment; Healthy Families

Services: WIC (a supplemental nutrition program)

Eligibility: WIC is available to women, infants and children who meet income eligibility.

Cost: Offered at no cost.

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