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TRI-LAKES CARES

Food for Today, Support for Tomorrow

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Neighbors helping neighbors

Your Local Non-Profit for over 40 Years!

Tri-Lakes Cares is committed to providing a community safety net for families and individuals in need in northern El Paso County. Our no-cost Market offers a variety of fresh and non-perishable foods, everyday household items, and a warm welcome from our dedicated staff and volunteers. Eligible neighbors can also access housing, transportation, medical, and referral services. Our mission is fueled by hope, responsiveness, and a commitment to treating everyone with kindness, respect, and empathy. 

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Give now to help us empower our Tri-Lakes families and individuals reach toward a better tomorrow.
Want to create a lifelong impact? Learn about our Impact Giving.

Food For
All

Food For All

From produce, canned goods, and other household needs- just like your supermarket
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Housing Helping Hand

Housing Helping Hand

Preventing homelessness through housing and utility assistance
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Keep It
Moving

Keep It Moving

Helping you get from Point A to Point B with car repairs and routine maintenance
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Health
Connection

Health Connection

From a visit with our neighborhood nurse to navigating medical bills
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Other
Support

Other Support

Providing a bit of relief through school supplies, holiday gifts, and more!
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Help us help our neighbors

Every dollar and item donated to Tri-Lakes Cares is handled with loyalty and care, ensuring we steward resources effectively for our community. Your trust in TLC empowers us to advocate for our clients every day.

Give Monthly

If you are looking for a more efficient, streamlined way to donate, consider our monthly donation program. The most common recurring donation is around $52 per month, but you can choose the amount that works best for your budget.
Volunteer to Stock the Pantry at Tri-Lakes Cares

Stock the Pantry

Our pantry and market is the hub of our client community. Check on our current needs for goods and supplies, and drop off your donation during our regular donation hours Monday – Thursday 10 am – 4 pm.

Provide for the Future

Impact someone’s future, while still meeting your goals of financial security right now. We have innovative, tax-smart options that are easy to set up now while you are doing your financial planning. 

Join us for one of our signature events

Our Taste of Tri-Lakes Cares held in the spring, and the Empty Bowls Dinner held in the fall, are our two signature events held every year. These are very popular community events that help support our organization. We would love for you to join us!

Taste of Tri-Lakes Cares
May
14
05:30 pm-08:30 pm
Taste of Tri-Lakes Cares
Sip, taste, and meet local chefs as they showcase their finest cuisine! It’s a bit of a twist on previous years, as...
Spruce Mountain Resort,
14771 S Spruce Mountain Rd
Larkspur, CO 80118 United States
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Tri-Lakes Cares Empty Bowls Dinner
Oct
01
05:00 pm-07:30 pm
Empty Bowls Dinner & Silent Auction
Please join us for the 2025 Empty Bowls Dinner & Silent Auction in Monument. This is a unique experience where guests receive...
Lewis Palmer High School,
1300 Higby Road
Monument, CO 80132 United States
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See What People Think

My husband and I have been clients of TLC for a few years. They have been there for us when we have needed help with our vehicle. TLC has helped with our health bills and provided emotional support, food and medical equipment during our times of need. This organization is an integral part of our community and is always there when you need some support.
Client testimonial
TLC Neighbor2023
Tri-Lakes Cares gets to know their clients and they provide health care services and help them address the real cause of their need for assistance. They have different strategies to help people who are temporarily in a bad situation versus clients who are suffering from generational poverty. They treat their clients with dignity and help them build self respect. They are truly good neighbors.
Donor Testimonial
TLC Donor2023
I retired in 2022, and even though we had given philanthropically to Tri-Lakes Cares in the past, I saw an opportunity to give back to them in a more personal way. I find the team wonderful to work with, and see how much TLC is able to provide help and support to the community. The new market is amazing, and it is wonderful to see how generous all of the donating organizations are that support TLC.
Thanks to the TLC team for all that they do.
Volunteer Testimonial
TLC Volunteer2023
My husband and I have been clients of TLC for a few years. They have been there for us when we have needed help with our vehicle. TLC has helped with our health bills and provided emotional support, food and medical equipment during our times of need. This organization is an integral part of our community and is always there when you need some support.
Client testimonial
TLC Neighbor2023
Tri-Lakes Cares has my support. They continually strive to meet the needs of people in this community. Please donate to this worthy organization!
Donor Testimonial
TLC Donor2023
I volunteered in their Christmas Giving Tree program, at my restaurant, to provide gifts for those who would not have a merry one. They would spread the word amongst their clients, it was a wonderful partnership. I support Tri-Lakes Cares!!
Volunteer Testimonial
TLC Volunteer2023

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Taste of Tri-Lakes Cares

Tickets are Limited- Buy Yours Today!

Join us for an evening of fun and festivity at this culinary event in support of Tri-Lakes Cares. Sip, taste, and meet local chefs at the beautiful Spruce Mountain Event Center. 

May 14, 2025

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