COVID-19 Assistance for Residents of Summit County

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Family & Intercultural Resource Center​​​​​​​

Promoting Stable Families & Strong Communities in Summit County, Colorado Since 1993

Our Mission

Located in Summit County, Colorado, FIRC works to strengthen local families through education and financial resources. We believe strong sustainable families are the key to a strong and healthy community.

Mission: FIRC promotes stable families.

Vision: Envisioning a caring and thriving community.

Values:

  • We believe that with the proper tools, people can succeed as individuals, parents and community members.
  • We believe that strong families are the framework for strong communities.
  • We believe diversity makes for a richer community.
  • We believe that parents are the first and most important teacher to their children.

Our Services

To get started select the type of service you need assistance with below our use our self-service navigator tool to help you connect with the service you need the most:

Supportive Services

Health & Wellness

Food & Thrift

Parenting

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Special Programs for Residents of Summit County

FIRC is working closely with community partners to provide families and individuals with the support needed to remain healthy during these uncertain times. We hope you find the following resources helpful. We will continue to update this page as things change during the COVID-19 response. Our staff is taking phone appointments for those needing help with any of the support services we offer.

Free Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics

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Thrift & Treasure Is Moving

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Supportive Services

Rental Assistance Program
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Health Insurance Navigation

American Rescue Plan Changes
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Assistance

Frequently Asked Questions

We compiled our most common questions here to help you quickly find the information that you might need.

How do I check on my pending FIRC Family Support rental assistance application?

Please contact your FIRC Family Support Coordinator directly via email or phone, or if you don’t know who your FIRC Coordinator is, please call our front desk at 970-262-3888. For all DOLA applications, please contact DOLA directly and have your case number ready. Our front desk will not be able to assist with any DOLA information at this time.

How do I make donations to the food pantry?

Please drop off non-perishable food donations at the Breckenridge Food Market (1745 Airport Road),  Silverthorne (251 W. 4th Street), of Dillon Food Market (340 Fielder Ave). If staff is not on-site, there are large, brown bins for drop-offs. We appreciate your cooperation. 

How do I make donations to the Thrift Store?

TEMPORARILY CLOSED. Currently we are unable to accept donations. We will announce an opening date as soon as we can.  For more information click here. 

I can’t pay my rent or utility bill? What can I do?

You can call our front desk to make an appointment with a Family Support Coordinator 970-262-3888 or fill out an online application here.

How do I make a financial donation to FIRC?

There are several ways to make financial donations. Visit our Donate page for more information.

Can you help me find a place to live?

No, we aren’t able to help you find a place to live. Click here for resources for renters.

How do I make an appointment for health insurance enrollment help?

Use our online form (use zip code 80498) here or call 970-262-3888.

Video Library

View our video library showcasing how FIRC is helping the community in Summit County thrive and have hope by means of various support services provided.

Testimonials

Listen to those in our community share how The Family & Intercultural Resource Center helped them.

"Thank you ever so much for helping me with rental assistance. I am a single mother with a two-year-old and eight-year-old. I am a teacher but haven't had much work this summer. I am forever grateful for your generosity."
Recipient of Rental Assistance
"I just needed to make it through this month, and without FIRC's help, I don't know how I would have gotten my children through this situation,"
Recipient of Rental Assistance
"I want to extend my deep gratitude for such a wonderful Families United program. We feel very fortunate to have a team like you available to help us build stronger families"
Mother from FIRC's Families United Home Visitation Program
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Food & Thrift

Food & Thrift

July 15, 2021 No Comments

Thrift & Treasure is moving! Dillon Thrift and Treasure is temporarily closed and is moving to Breckenridge. Opening date to be determined. The pandemic shifted …

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Free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics

April 29, 2021 No Comments

Protect your family, protect our community Summit County Public Health offers multiple vaccine clinics and dates. Their website also lists partner locations throughout the County and …

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Annual Report

FIRC Annual Report for 2020

April 21, 2021 No Comments

In this report for 2020, you can learn more about FIRC’s impact on the community, our financial status, and more.

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