Financial Donations
Financial donations have the largest impact on FIRC’s ability to support the community in the greatest areas of need.
$25 allows FIRC to buy diapers for the food bank.
$50 would allow FIRC to help people facing prescription needs. Imagine being sick and not being able to afford your prescription.
$75 helps FIRC offer free parenting classes for the community.
$100 allows FIRC to help three stranded people facing a night in the cold to stay in a hotel.
$200 helps get the heat turned back on for a family that could not afford their utility bills.
$300 would help an unemployed parent get training for a more stable job.
$400 can help a family facing eviction to stay in their home.
$500 allows FIRC to help a mother diagnosed with cancer afford an MRI so she can receive further treatment.
$800 many times medical emergencies keep a person from working and they fall behind on their rent or utilities. This donation would help two families in this situation avoid eviction so they can stay in their home.
$1,000 would help FIRC provide home visits for a year to a family with a child facing developmental delays.
Donate online or mail checks to: FIRC
P.O. Box 4056
Dillon, Co 80435
FIRC uses Giving First check out for online donations to cover credit card processing costs so 100% of your donation goes to make a difference.
Your donations making a difference:
- In 2010, 90% of FIRC’s expenses went towards programs and only 10% went towards operational expenses.
- FIRC will offer financial assistance one time a year for a family or individual, families receive priority. Clients must meet with a case manager to discuss their situation and show employment and financial need. Most clients just need help getting through the month. Checks are written directly to landlords or Xcel, not to the client.
- Over 1,200 home visits were facilitated by FIRC Parent Educators last year.
- Your donations help locals. FIRC can only serve people living or working in Summit County.
FIRC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Donations are tax deductable. Thank you for your consideration.
Business Donations
If you are a business interested in sponsoring a FIRC event or beoming involved, please see our list of opportunities for the upcoming year.
Thrift Store Donations
Thank you for donating to Summit Thrift and Treasure. Revenue from the store supports 35% of FIRC’s program funding. These emergency assistance and parenting programs would not be possible without the support of your donations. Thank you.
Hours for Donations:
Monday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Sorry we cannot accept donations outside of these hours. If you cannot make it during these hours, please call to schedule a drop off 970-262-2461.
Drop off location:
Please use the blue door on the side of the building facing Colorado Mountain College for donation drop offs. Summit Thrift & Treasure 340 Fiedler Ave. Dillon, Co 80435.
Items Accepted:
New or Gently Used Condition - If you would give the item to a relative or friend, then the item is most likely in good condition.
Clothing
Shoes
Jewelry
Games
Toys
Strollers
Movies
Music
Books
Small Appliances – blender’s, cell phones, toasters, etc.
Kitchen supplies – dishes, silverware, pots and pans, etc.
House wares – vacuums, lamps, etc.
Bedding/Linens
Suitcases
Sports Equipment – sorry no skis or ski boots
Camping Gear
Crafts
Collectables
Knick Knacks
Decorations
Please try to separate donations in with like items. This will make sorting donations much easier for our volunteers. If you have any questions about if an item is accepted, please call the store 970-262-2461.
Items NOT Accepted:
Our apologies, we are not able to accept the following because of space limitations at our store. We have also had issues with people wanting to return electronics that don’t work and we are restricted by child safety laws for certain items.
Furniture
Computers and Computer Accessories
Beds/Mattresses
Cribs
Car Seats
Skis/Snowboards or Ski Boots/Snowboard Boots
Propane Grills
Exercise Equipment
Text Books, Encyclopedias and Magazines
Tires
Garden Hose
Chandlers and large electrical fixtures
Paints/Chemicals
Garage Sale Leftovers
Items that are broken or materials with stains or holes in them.
FIRC recommends posting items that cannot be donated on Craigslist under the free section in hopes that it can still be used by someone in need. We also recommend contacting Habitat for Humanity’s Restore in Breckenridge at 970-367-5127, open Thursday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. for furniture donations.
Tax Deductable:
Since Summit Thrift and Treasure is a nonprofit 501(c)3 store owned by FIRC, Items donated are tax deductable. Tax receipts are available at the drop off. FIRC recommends using the Goodwill donation guide for valuing donation items.
Food Donations
FIRC offers one of Summit County’s largest food banks, which served over 2,000 visits to those facing hunger. Without donations, FIRC would not be able to keep the food bank shelves stocked. Thank you.
Food Bank Donations are accepted Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the FIRC Office.
Items Needed:
Baby Diapers (sizes 3-4)
Beans – Black and pinto (canned and dried)
Rice
Pasta Sauce
Pasta
Toiletries – tooth brush, tooth paste, deodorant, feminine products, shampoo, conditioner
Refrigerated and Frozen Items accepted:
FIRC can accept bread, fresh fruits and vegetables, refrigerated and frozen items
We cannot accept:
Items cannot be expired and individual packages cannot be opened
Financial Donations:
You can specify financial donations to go to the food bank. Financial gifts allow FIRC to buy the items of greatest need.
For more information or if you’re interested in hosting a food drive please contact Anita at 970-262-3888 ext. 306 or email anitao@summitfirc.org
FIRC Events
Events and fundraisers are scheduled throughout the year to grow community awareness of FIRC’s impact in the community and the need in Summit County.
Supporting FIRC events is a perfect way to help us make a difference in Summit County.
Upcoming events:
Summit County Cares Food Drive – May 1-30
Frisco’s new Sporting News Grill fundraiser for FIRC – Sunday, May 22
The Sporting News Grill, is having a soft opening to benefit FIRC, the Family & Intercultural Resource Center. For $20 receive two drinks, two appetizers, two entries and one dessert on Sunday, May 22 from 4:00-7:00. 100% of ticket sales are being donated to FIRC with the potential of raising $5,000 to help with emergency assistance and parenting programs. The restaurant is located in the Holiday Inn at 1129 N. Summit Blvd. and features 14 TVs and Americana cuisine. Call 970-668-5000 for reservations.
FIRC Board Challenge – May 1-June 30
FIRC Walk Against Hunger – Juy 30, Keystone Resort
Hearthstone Wine Dinner - September 15, Hearthstone Restaurant, Breckenridge
Summit County Cares Holiday Fundraiser November 1-December 31
If you are interested in sponsoring or volunteering at any of these events or would like more information on how to participate please contact Anita at 970-262-3888 ext. 306 or email anitao@summitfirc.org
FIRC Bag Project
The FIRC Bag project was started by a group of volunteers in 2009 looking to raise money for FIRC’s emergency assistance fund. Their original goal was to raise $300 by using donated materials to FIRC’s thrift store and sewing them into reusable grocery bags. Two years later, they have 45 volunteers, known in the community as the Bag Ladies, working on a variety of upcyled products and they have raised over $10,000 for families in Summit County.
100% of Bag Project sales go to help locals facing eviction, disconnection of utilities or the FIRC Food Bank. The FIRC Bag Shop is located in donated space La Riva Mall above the bowling ally in Dillon, Colorado. If you would like to shop at the store or learn more about volunteering, please contact Anita at 970-262-3888 ext. 306 or email anitao@summitfirc.org
Holiday Hours: The Bag Shop will be open for the Lighting of Dillon and Saturdays December 3-17 from 10 a.m. -2 p.m.
Products include:
Wine Bags
Wine Glass Koozies
E-book Cases
Reusable Grocery Bags
Plastic Bag Holders
Ice Pack holders
Golf Shoes Bag
Look for our wine bags at the following locations:
D’Vine Wine
Dillon Ridge Liquors
City Liquors
Thank you to our business supporters:
Abbas Rajab for Bag Shop space donation at La Riva Mall
Brooks Furniture
Kacey Fine Furniture