Summit County Cares

Calendar of Events

The following events benefit the Summit County Cares funraiser.

December 3:Town of Frisco - Santa Dash for Cash - For every 100 participants in the event, the Town of Frisco will donate $500 to the Summit County Cares fundraiser

Wednesday, December 7 Dine Out to Donate
Treat yourself to a night out at one of Summit County's favorite restaurants on Wednesday, December 7. Bagalis, The Boatyard, Blue River Bistro and Burke and Riley's are donating 20% of sales for the night to Summit County Cares and it will be matched by Grand Lodge on Peak 7. Dine out and make a difference.

Sunday, December 11: Summit County Cares Kid's Party
Come out for an afternoon of fun including castle, Aladdin and toddler bounce houses, performances by Keir Royale, Zippy Zoom Pets, dance party, crafts and more. Cost is $7 per child and includes all activities, adults are free. 100% of money raised goes to Summit County Cares to help local families facing emergencies of eviction, disconnection of heat or in need of medical care.

We would love to add more events to this list. Please contact Anita at FIRC for more information at 970-262-3888 ext. 306 or email anitao@sumitfirc.org.

Wednesday, December 14: Miraculosity
A play reading by Alex Miller at 6:30 p.m. at the Lake Dillon Theatre Company. A comedy about religion and morality, ‘Miraculosity’ tells the story of godless Ted Weinstein, a computer programmer who ends up jobless in the deep South. He reluctantly accepts a position at a large nearby ministry writing code to respond to the organization’s many digital prayer requests. At the same time, he’s falling for lovely Nina, the ministry’s devout PR manager and right hand to rising evangelical powerhouse Rev. Lane Bolton. Ted’s clever algorithm starts to work in mysterious ways, seemingly generating prayer responses that end up coming true for the digital faithful. The money starts rolling in, but when Ted starts to eclipse Rev. Bolton as the ministry’s real star, trouble follows. In the middle of it all, Nina and Ted wrestle with the question of whether they can ever reconcile their spiritual differences. Written by Alex Miller.

The staged reading will be at the Lake Dillon Theatre Company on December 14th at 6:30pm. Immediately following the performance will be a talk-back discussion with the playwright and cast. Event is free with a suggested donation to Summit County Cares of $10.

Testimonials

Video Testimonials:
Utility Assistance

Housing Assistance

Testimonials and stories:

“When I met you I was in need of support and help.  I had no one that I could talk to and explain what I was going through.  I was terrified and didn't know if anyone would ever help me through this hard time.  After meeting with you I knew that I would make it.  You were there to hear every word I had to say and that you were going to help.  Thank you for being the first people to help me get back on track.  I am feeling quite well now and things are going the way I would like them to.  I have my own place, thanks to your support, and I am very happy about the future!  Without all the help from you I don't know where I would be.”
 – Thank you letter to Advocates

Through the Summit County Cares campaign, FIRC was able to help a young couple with small kids who had become homeless. Dad was about to start a new job, but the family had gone through all of their resources staying at a hotel while he was looking for work, and were almost out of money. FIRC was able to provide some extra help with food and diapers and extended their hotel stay for a few nights. The family was able to find an affordable apartment to move into, and FIRC helped out with part of the first month’s rent to get them moved in. With the income from dad’s new job, they will be able to afford their rent and other basic expenses moving forward.

“My marriage was abusive on many levels and I was beginning to realize the effects it was having on my children.  I knew I had to somehow get out, but in my mind that seemed impossible.  There were so many unknowns.  I was invited to meet with the Advocates to talk about what resources were available to help me.  The Advocates have helped me every step of the way.  From simple conversation, to legal advocacy, to counseling and rental assistance.  They put me in touch with the FIRC who also helped with rental assistance and the food bank.  I cannot even imagine what the last year would have been like without the assistance of the Advocates and the FIRC.  I has been frightening and painful, but through it all I have felt cared for, protected and strengthened by these kind people.  I now know that I deserve to be happy and safe!”

Thank you local businesses for your support

Thank you to Grand Lodge on Peak 7 for matching up to $5,000 of business donations for Summit County Cares.

Business Supporters:

H & R Block
842 N Summit Boulevard # 11A
Frisco, CO 80443
Owner, Joe O'Malley challenges all other local Tax Return Preparation Services to match their challenge of $250

Thank you Sponsors

Thank you local media for your advertising support over the last 4 years and helping raise awareness of the struggles facing Summit County families.