History

Pikes Peak Gay and Lesbian Community Center

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center provides a home for the birth, nurture and celebration of our organizations, institutions and culture; cares for our individuals and groups in need; educates the public and our community; and empowers our individuals and groups to achieve their fullest potential.



Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Comission

The Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission is a community-based organization grounded in principles of nonviolence, sustainable living and social and economic justice. This is done by engaging community partners in creating systemic change on local, national and global issues by educating, organizing and nurturing a world of justice and peace.


Pikes Peak United Way

Founded in 1922, Pikes Peak United Way advances the common good by not only providing a safety net for basic needs, we work to prevent tomorrow’s problems by addressing issues today. Our focus is on education, family stability and safety net services – the building blocks for a good quality of life. Pikes Peak United • Read More »


Pikes Peak Work Force Center

The Pikes Peak Workforce Center connects vital businesses with work-ready job seekers and employer-driven services and promotes the economic vitality of the Pikes Peak Region.


Salvation Army Soup Truck

The Salvation Army provides a meal to as many as 200 people each night in Colorado Springs’ America the Beautiful Park. Monday through Friday from about 5:00pm to 7:15pm, The Salvation Army “Canteen” truck is loaded for a team of volunteers to deliver the meals to disadvantaged citizens in our community. (719)574-4335


Special Kids-Special Families (Zach’s Place)

Special Kids Special Families is a Colorado non-profit organization that provides community support services to families who are raising youth and caring for adults with developmental disabilities and special needs. Our organization noted the lack of community services for youth and adults with developmental disabilities. Respite care, specialized foster care, adult day programs, and family • Read More »


Springs Rescue Mission

Springs Rescue Mission is a faith based organization that serves the homeless and needy of Colorado Springs. We are interdenominational and work with a wide range of churches, organizations, donors, and volunteers. No one is denied services because of race, color, creed, sex, or national origin.


Suicide Prevention Partnership

Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention provides education on suicide prevention, Children Left Behind by Suicide, free counseling and the Jeffrey & Kevin Graham Support Services for persons with thoughts or actions towards suicide and their family members. Our mission is to unite people to prevent suicide by delivering education, intervention and support strategies (719)596-5433


UCCS University Archives

The University Archives of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS University Archives) will identify, collect, organize and preserve materials that document the history and operations of the Colorado Springs campus and will facilitate their use for purposes of research and scholarly pursuits. Contact: Mary Rupp [email protected].