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| 220 households received assistance! |
135 Students received backpacks and school supplies! |
Over 7,000 lbs of food DISTRIBUTED! |
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Hunger exists in every county in the U.S., affecting 48 million Americans including 15 million children! An estimated 7,690 people in our service territory – or roughly 15.53% of the population – are food insecure. This is a rate higher than both the state (13.91%) and national (15.21%) averages.
Check out some of the cool things on this calendar that you can do to help raise awareness or combat hunger. |
WELCOME TO TRI-LAKES CARES
Tri-Lakes Cares is a community based, volunteer supported resource center whose purpose is to improve people’s lives through emergency, self-sufficiency and relief programs. Since 1984 we have been meeting our client’s most basic needs while helping them move towards self-sufficiency. As the only food pantry and human services organization located in and serving the Tri-Lakes region of Northern El Paso County, we are a critical resource for those in need. Check out our new informational video below!
Client StoriesTri-Lakes Cares’ Food Programs help alleviate food insecurity for Tri-Lakes area families and seniors. Hear clients tell about their own experiences.  |
Upcoming Events!Fun ways to get out in the community and October 5: Monument Hill Kiwanis Empty Bowls & Silent Auction
Client Events October 20: Free Flu Shot Clinic |
Hangers to HutchesStatement from the Board of Directors regarding Hangers to Hutches Shop Hours Donation Center Hours Last day donations accepted:
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