Donations

Some residents believe that the best way to help those experiencing homelessness is to offer clothing, food, water, and money to those camping and/or standing beside City streets. Safety concerns for those who are untrained in mental health and drug abuse/misuse is just one of the reasons why donating to someone on the street is not the most effective way to support people experiencing homelessness. 

In addition to donating items or money to the Action Center, Family Tree, the Wheat Ridge Community Foundation to support our Homeless Navigator program or to organizations like Goodwill, what other ideas do you have for providing support for basic needs that once met may ultimately lead to someone being able to find permanent housing?