For many of us, the holiday season sparks feelings of kindness, compassion, and appreciation. At the heart of CooperSmith’s Corner, we embrace the values of community and family, and now, we’re excited to guide you on a journey of philanthropy right here in Fort Collins. In this blog, we’ll explore a myriad of ways you can join the movement and make a difference in Fort Collins. From volunteering opportunities to charitable events, and everything in between, we’re here to inspire and connect you with the diverse avenues for giving in our beloved city.
“At the end of the day, it’s not about what you have or even what you’ve accomplished. It’s about what you’ve done with those accomplishments. It’s about who you’ve lifted up, who you’ve made better. It’s about what you give back.” – Denzel Washington
Give Back This Holiday Season in Fort Collins With These Ideas
Experience the joy of giving this holiday season by supporting Realities For Children’s Bikes For Tykes program. Help bring smiles to children aged 2-17 by donating gently-used bikes, ensuring they receive both the gift of mobility and safety with new helmets. Join us in spreading the spirit of generosity from November 1 to December 2 – let’s make a difference together!
Colorado Gives Day is an annual, statewide movement to celebrate and increase philanthropy in Colorado through online giving. Early Giving begins November 1, 2023. Colorado Gives Day is December 5.
Support FoCo Cafe and the Fort Collins community! Your help ensures nutritious meals for those facing food insecurity and homelessness. Donate items from our Amazon Wish List to meet community needs and contribute a percentage of your purchase to FoCo Cafe. Use CapitalOneShopping.com for savings on required items. Your involvement makes a meaningful impact!
WeeCycle provides affordable baby gear to low-income families through community partnerships. They need dedicated volunteers for various tasks and accept gently used baby gear donations at multiple locations.
Brent’s Place offers a secure haven for families in medical crises away from home. Providing aid from food security to financial support, the organization assists families during challenging times. This holiday, you can support by becoming a holiday helper, personally shopping, wrapping, and delivering gifts to Brent’s Place families.
The Gathering Place (TGP) combats poverty and tackles the effects of marginalization and oppression, common contributors to homelessness. With easy access to essential services and comprehensive care, TGP helps individuals and families move from crisis to stability. Volunteer individually or as a group for impactful opportunities.
House of Neighborly Service aids Northern Colorado by offering resources like food, clothing, and utility assistance to families and individuals facing homelessness. Contribute by donating goods or volunteering. Contact Volunteer Organizer Tayler Besch at tbesch@honservice.org or Community Relations Coordinator Annie Hummel at ahummel@honservice.org to get involved.
“We make a living by what we get but we make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill
Christmas Unlimited, during the holiday season, provides a unique experience by collecting and distributing toys to families in need in El Paso and Teller counties. Different from other programs, Christmas Unlimited’s Distribution Center resembles a retail store. Parents receive shopping passes based on the number of children they have, empowering them to choose Christmas gifts. You can contribute by donating toys or volunteering.
The Food Bank for Larimer County accepts a variety of food items, ensuring adherence to strict safety guidelines. We also welcome non-food essentials like diapers, wipes, deodorant, toothpaste, and menstrual products to support our clients’ well-being.
How Coopersmith’s Supports Our Community
At CooperSmith’s, we value community, and family, and try to create a positive environment for those values to thrive. In fact, CooperSmith’s contributes more than $5,200 annually in the form of gift certificates and products to numerous non-profit organizations.
Take a look at a few of the causes we regularly support here.