Local Organizations
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Colorado
A non-profit that promotes healthy youth-adult relationships & provides mentoring opportunities
Contact: 970-247-3720
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Boys & Girls Club of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe
A non-profit that provides a safe, inclusive, and fun space for young people to connect and grow
Contact: 970-563-4753
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Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County
A non-profit that provides a safe, inclusive, and fun space for young people to connect and grow in La Plata County
Contact: 970-375-0010
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Celebrating Healthy Communities
A local non-profit working to increase protective factors and reduce risk factors in the community to address suicide & substance misuse
Contact: christine@celebratinghealthycommunities.org
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C.O.D.Y. Project
Communities Overcoming Depressed Youth
A local non-profit working to engage community members in important conversations about mental health and suicide prevention
Contact: https://www.facebook.com/thecodyproject/
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Community Compassion Outreach
A local non-profit committed to ending homelessness and supporting those currently experiencing homelessness in La Plata County by providing support and resources
Contact: 970- 236-2313
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Compañeros
A local non-profit that serves, supports, and empowers the immigrant community in Southwest Colorado through a variety of advocay programs and services
Contact: 970-375-9406
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Four Corners Rainbow Youth Center
A local non-profit organization that provides a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ youth and allies in the region
Contact: 970-903-8595
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Good Food Collective
A local non-profit working to address food security and equity by strengthening our regional food system in the community
Contact: 970-403-5347
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In The Weeds
A local non-profit working to build a sustainable restaurant community by supporting and providing resources for service industry workers in Durango, Colorado
Contact: director@intheweedsco.org
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The HIVE
A local non-profit that provides a safe space & empowers young people to explore their passions through classes and leadership opportunities
Contact: 970-219-0410
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Ignacio Out & Equal Alliance
A local initiative dedicated to bringing awareness and support to the LGBTQ+ community in Southwest CO
Contact: swrainbowyouth@gmail.com
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La Plata Youth Services
A local non-profit that offers support to youth and advocates for youth in the La Plata County community facing a variety of challenges in school or at home
Contact: 970-385-4440
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Khesed Wellness
A non-profit in Jefferson County that makes outpatient mental health and wellness services affordable for the underinsured
Contact: 720-575-9889
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La Plata County Human Services
A local agency that provides a variety of programs & services related to overall health and stability that help protect, support & advocate for La Plata County community members
Contact: 970-382-6150
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La Plata Family Centers Coalition
A local non-profit that supports and empowers families through parental education, family support services, building economic stability, improving coping skills, etc.
Contact: 970-385-4747
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Manna Soup Kitchen
A local non-profit working to address food security in the community by providing free daily meals, job training, a community garden, , and additional supportive services.
Contact: 970-385-5095
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Oak Tree Youth Resources
A local non-profit that provides opportunities and resources for education, employment and housing related support to at-risk youth in the LPC community
Contact: 970-335-9667
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Pine River Shares
A local organization working to strengthen the community through a weekly food share program, community meals, youth leadership opportunities, a freecycle clothing program, etc.
Contact: 970-884-6040
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Resilient Colorado
A local non-profit working to build community resilience and collective wellness through a variety of trauma-informed trainings to help organizations infuse trauma sensitive practices
Contact: 970-317-2032
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ROAR Coalition
(Recognizing Opportunities Around Resilience)
A community coalition working to reduce substance use through positive social norming & engagement with youth in healthy, pro-social activities
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SW Center for Independence
A local non-profit that provides support & resources for senior adults and La Plata County community members with disabilities who are aging to live well in Southwest Colorado
Contact: 970-259-1672
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Tree of Life Yoga Therapy
A local organization that provides svastha yoga therapy, trauma sensitive yoga, trainings, and veteran focused yoga services for all community members
Contact: 970-632-1188
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Uncommon Health Solutions
A local organization that partners with other agencies & businesses to find sustainable solutions to complex problems through community assessment, facilitation & strategic plan development
Contact: 541-410-8779
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Young People In Recovery
A non-profit that supports and advocated for young people in substance use recovery and offers resources such as peer recovery support programs
Contact: 720-600-4977
- This is by no means an exhaustive list -
If you know of additional resources, please let us know!