Break Time is a respite program for parents of children with special needs and their siblings. The program provides temporary relief to family caregivers who are caring for a child with developmental disabilities. We provide fun events for the children and give parents a much-needed break. (719) 785-3703.
CASA of the Pikes Peak Region is a non-profit organization that trains and supervises volunteers to advocate for children whose lives are in turmoil due to abuse, neglect or severe domestic conflict situations. CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to be a voice for these children in court and in the community. (719) 447-9898.
Catholic Charities of Central Colorado offers numerous services for economically disadvantaged families, including pregnancy, cradle care and infant adoption services, soup kitchen and health services for the homeless, ESL classes, naturalization and immigration services, social services advocacy, and ministry. (719)636-2345.
Strengthens, encourages and supports fathers to be actively and positively involved in the care and development of their children. Offers weekly support groups and resource library. Fathers can attend classes on fathering, conflict resolution, domestic violence, nurturing, and a preparation class for incarcerated dads to help resume fatherhood. (719)634-7797.
Family Therapy Center dedicated to helping Hispanic families obtain information and resources for adjusting to a new culture. To empower Hispanic families to access life-sustaining resources and become self-sufficient through education, training and social services. Offers services in English and Spanish to Hispanic/Latino families and individuals. Services focus on parenting skills, domestic violence issues, advocacy, • Read More »
To provide financial, emotional and community support to individuals with cerebral palsy and their families. To ensure individuals with cerebral palsy are provided equal opportunities and access to an array of services. To promote independence, social awareness and inclusion in community life. To educate the public regarding all aspects of cerebral palsy. (719) 638-0808.
The Cheyenne Mountain School District is located in the southwest corner of beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado. The District has a total enrollment of approximately 4,600 students in preschool through twelfth grade. There are a total of five elementary schools offering grades K-6, and one preschool. The District has one junior high school for grades 7-8, • Read More »
Building a life of success through a foundation of literacy…ONE child at a time. Our program results in a 95 percent success rate! Program participants develop a solid reading foundation essential to success now and in the future. Tutors give each child the confidence they need to succeed. The ability to read and learn guarantees • Read More »
Every semester, the City of Colorado Springs Internship Program hires college students to work part-time to gain experience in municipal government. This program was developed to give students the opportunity for a hands-on experience with City staff, to learn about local government, and to gain professional experience while going to school. This experience will allow • Read More »
Every semester, the City of Colorado Springs Internship Program hires college students to work part-time to gain experience in municipal government. This program was developed to give students the opportunity for a hands-on experience with City staff, to learn about local government, and to gain professional experience while going to school. This experience will allow • Read More »