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We all need a little help sometimes.
Welcome to Integrated Family Community Services. We are here to help you during these difficult and unsettling times.
Programs
Visit IFCS to Receive No-Cost Groceries
The Market @ IFCS is a free grocery store allowing people earning low-incomes or no incomes to shop for grocery staples once a month. We prioritize fresh produce and frozen meat along with pantry staples like pasta, rice, and beans. As often as possible, we also offer eggs and dairy products.
Open Monday through Friday, visitors must check-in upon arrival. Shopping services are first come, first served during IFCS’ Service Hours.
Please come prepared with shopping bags.
To decrease wait time for first time visitors, we offer online pre-registration. Before visiting The Market @ IFCS, use the links below and, after completing the online form, screenshot or write down your Client ID so we can find your information quickly. (Paper registration is available at check in for those who need it.)
- Online Pre-Registration Form
- Follow these steps to Pre-Register: Flier in English and Spanish
Beginning February 1, 2024, shoppers picking up food for more than one household are required to have a Proxy Form signed by the household that is not present.
- Online Proxy Form in English
- Online Proxy Form in Spanish
- Printed copies of the Proxy Form are available for pickup at the Market @ IFCS
Visitors may check-in to shop The Market @ IFCS during IFCS’ regular Service Hours.
Please note: The Market may receive deliveries throughout the month that result in a temporary closure. We appreciate your understanding and patience.
Pantry and TEFAP food is available for income-eligible households and to households that participate in select public assistance programs. Eligibility determined through self-disclosure. No photo ID or proof of income required.
Request Gas Electric Bill Payment Assistance
IFCS provides, through our partnership with Energy Outreach Colorado, bill payment assistance to eligible households that are behind on their electricity and gas bills. Water and other public service bills are not eligible for the program.
Program service area includes select cities in western Arapahoe County, southwest Denver, and northern Douglas County. Those seeking assistance are encouraged to review the application criteria provided on the interest form.
Request No-Cost Recreation Center Passes
IFCS Recreation Center Passes are available to qualified low-income members of the Englewood Recreation Center and South Suburban Parks and Recreation District. The IFCS issued pass allows individuals in the centers’ service areas to utilize eligible programs and services at no-cost.
Start the process of determining eligibility by completing our on-line interest form.
Rental Assistance
Households seeking rental assistance are encouraged to contact the 2-1-1 Mile High United Way Help Desk to connect with other nonprofits and government agencies in your area.
Register for IFCS Seasonal Enrichment Programs
IFCS hosts special events each year to help families and children with needs such as school supply support, seasonal holiday meals and gift assistance. Learn about the current enrichment program at our Happenings pages.
Additional Assistance Opportunities
Please check out additional options below. Please note: IFCS receives a high number of requests and may not be able to respond individually to all who are interested in our services. We apologize that the need for assistance is sometimes greater than the funding available.
Email Signup
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