In October of 2019, Peggy Burtis retired from a job she held for 29 years. Just as she was looking forward to investing some time into volunteer opportunities, the COVID pandemic turned the world upside down. “So, I just did puzzles for a year,” she says, “I hardly left the house.” Her wheels were turning […]
From Support to Supporter: Peggy’s IFCS Journey Read More »
In December of 2022, Kat Altman’s son was hospitalized. Christmas was approaching, and he worried that Santa might not find him. Kat began searching for holiday gift assistance programs and discovered IFCS. Applying for the Helping Hands for the Holidays program became a first step toward opportunities that would change the trajectory of her entire
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Douglas Reese Jackson (Reese for short) walks through the doors of IFCS quite frequently. Once each month, he shops in the Market as a program participant, selecting groceries to help sustain him through the month. On his other visits, he’s returning as a volunteer, helping others navigate the Market and choose the groceries that will
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Supporting neighbors in need can be as simple as donating a case of peanut butter, fresh vegetables from your garden, or hygiene products. If you have a knack for gathering people around a cause, you might consider leading a donation drive. At IFCS, in-kind donations from individuals, schools, businesses, faith communities, service and community groups, all
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As you well know, hunger in America is a crisis. If you’ve ever wondered how our country’s massive food assistance program works across the nation to support households experiencing hunger, you are in for a treat! This blog entry highlights Food Bank of the Rockies, a food bank that allows IFCS to maximize donations and
Food Bank of the Rockies + IFCS: Partnership Thanksgiving Read More »
October is Disability Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of inclusion, equity, and understanding for people with visible disabilities as well as those with more hidden disabilities such as autism, dyslexia, and mental health disorders. IFCS is committed to promoting inclusivity and accessibility for all in our community, so this month we’d like to highlight the
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“Respond to the needs of the world through generosity and action.” This is one of three core beliefs spoken by the full congregation at the end of each service at Bethany Lutheran Church in Cherry Hills Village. These are words the church holds true as they support more than 20 local, state, national, and global
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At Integrated Family Community Services (IFCS), we strive to adapt to current needs. This nimbleness requires our willingness to change, and meaningful change is only possible by listening to the people we serve. In April 2025, we launched an anonymous visitor feedback survey to better understand the experiences of those who rely on the Market
Listening to Our Community: IFCS’ Market Survey Read More »
Feeding America defines food waste as “perfectly good, safe-to-eat food that gets thrown away instead of eaten.” This includes ugly or oddly shaped produce, foods with upcoming sell-by or expiration dates (that are still safe to eat), overproduction at farms, and damage during transport. It’s reported that 98 billion pounds of food is wasted annually,
UpRoot Colorado: Turning Food Waste into Nutritious Meals Read More »
What if we told you that you could contribute a financial donation to Integrated Family Community Services (IFCS) without spending a penny beyond what you’re already paying for your groceries? It sounds unbelievable, but it’s a real possibility—thanks to the King Soopers Community Rewards Program. This program is part of King Soopers’ commitment to community engagement, positive
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In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
This statement was updated 8.3.22 in accordance with USDA updates and guidelines.
IFCS Enrichment Programs have service area and income guidelines.
SERVICE AREA GUIDELINES:
For IFCS Enrichment Programs, we have a service area covering:
Jefferson County: All addresses within the county will be considered.
Applications outside of these listed areas will not be accepted.
INCOME GUIDELINES:
As of March 1, 2026, a household may meet income-based standards in either of the following two ways:
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES:
Please refer to the Interest Form for additional, program-specific criteria.
Anyone experiencing food insecurity and self-identifying as meeting the Income Guidelines below is eligible for IFCS Food Market services.
Income Guidelines:
As of March 1, 2026, a household may meet income-based standards in either of the following two ways:
For IFCS Financial Assistance Programs (Rental and Utility Bill Payment Assistance) and seasonal Enrichment Programs, we have a service area covering:
Jefferson County: All addresses within the county will be considered.
Applications outside of these listed areas will not be accepted. (Central Denver, North Denver, and Aurora applications will not be accepted.)
