Colorado Universal Preschool
All children in Colorado can register for up to one year, of 15 hours of tuition-free, high-quality preschool in their year before kindergarten, as defined by your local school district, through Colorado’s Universal Pre-K (UPK) Program.
- 303-866-5223
- 1-800-799-5876
- universalpreschool@state.co.us
- https://cdec.colorado.gov/universal-preschool-colorado
- 710 S. Ash St., Denver, CO 80246
Cooking Matters
Cooking Matters provides resources to help parents and caregivers develop their skills when shopping for and cooking healthy foods on a budget.
The Guadalupe Project
The Guadalupe Project’s Home Based Intervention Services program is dedicated to family preservation and child safety. We accomplish our mission by assisting with reunification, child advocacy, expedited permanency, and prevention or abbreviation of out-of-home placement.
- 720-387-7373
- https://www.theguadalupeproject.services/
- 1640 N. Sherman St. Suite #301, Denver, CO 80203
Colorado CASA
Court Appointed Special Advocates are volunteers who advocate for children involved in the child welfare system. CASA volunteers are recruited, trained, and supervised by local CASA nonprofits. Many of these local CASA organizations offer additional services to families and children to further our common mission of giving all children in Colorado the opportunity to thrive.
- 303-623-5380
- ColoradoCASA@ColoradoCASA.org
- https://www.coloradocasa.org/
- 2921 W 38th Avenue, #336 Denver, CO 80211
Douglas County Youth & Family Resource Guide
Presented by the Douglas County Youth Initiative. Last updated March 2017.
The One Love Foundation
The One Love Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating young people about healthy and unhealthy relationship behaviors, aiming to prevent relationship abuse. Founded in memory of Yardley Love, it uses film-based workshops, such as "Escalation," to teach, empower, and train students to recognize warning signs and foster safer relationships.
- 844-832-6158
- info@joinonelove.org
- http://www.joinonelove.org
- P.O. Box 69589 Baltimore, MD 21264-9589
OUR Center
OUR Center in Longmont, CO, is a comprehensive Family Resource Center that empowers low-income families within the St. Vrain Valley School District to achieve self-sufficiency. They provide essential services, including a community cafe, food market, clothing, and housing/utility assistance, plus early childhood education through the Aspen Center for Child Development.
- 303-772-5529
- info@ourcenter.org
- https://www.ourcenter.org/
- 220 Collyer St, Longmont, CO 80501
Thriving Families
Thriving Families (formerly MotherWise) is a Denver-based non-profit empowering women and families during pregnancy and the postpartum period. It offers evidence-based workshops on parenting, relationships, and child development, along with one-on-one case management, mental health counseling, and baby supplies, often supporting mothers in English and Spanish.
- 720-504-4624
- info@thrivingfamiliescolorado.org
- https://thrivingfamiliescolorado.org
- 191 Yuma Street, Denver, Colorado 80223
Denver’s Early Childhood Council
Denver’s Early Childhood Council works to ensure our community’s youngest children and families have a strong local system that supports children’s healthy development, school readiness, and family well-being and stability. We work with child care professionals, health and mental health care providers, local school districts, local leaders, and other partners to enhance the quality and availability of child care and early education opportunities for Denver children.
- 303-297-1800
- info@denverearlychildhood.org
- https://denverearlychildhood.org/
- PO Box 102261, Denver, CO 80250
Douglas County Child Care Association
The Douglas County Child Care Association (DCCCA) is a private, non-profit organization in Colorado, founded in 1984, that supports licensed family childcare providers and helps families find quality, licensed care. It provides a free referral service, professional development, and networking for providers, acting as a collective voice for the industry.
Douglas County Early Childhood Council
The Douglas County Early Childhood Council (DCECC) enhances the quality, accessibility, and equity of early childhood services to ensure young children and families thrive. By collaborating with partners, they focus on learning, health, and family support, aiming to improve school readiness and address critical child care shortages in the county.
- 720-560-7300
- 720-433-0025
- https://dcearlychildhood.org/
- 3950 Trail Boss Ln, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Elbert County Early Childhood Council
The Elbert County Early Childhood Council (ECECC) is a collaborative organization dedicated to improving the health, education, and well-being of young children (prenatal to age eight) and their families in Elbert County. They connect families to community resources, support high-quality childcare, and facilitate early childhood professional development.
- 720-614-7323
- Judy@ececc.org
- https://www.ececc.org/
- PO Box 2262 Elizabeth, CO 80107
Changent
Changent is a national organization dedicated to improving health outcomes for children, families and communities by scaling and supporting data-driven programs that create lasting, multigenerational impact. Our two main programs are Child First which provides home-based mental health support services to children and families, and Nurse-Family Partnership pairing first-time moms with home visiting nurses for support and advice.
- 866-864-5226
- info@changent.org
- https://www.childfirst.org/ OR https://www.childfirst.org/our-network/state-affiliates/colorado
- 1801 California St., Ste 2400, Denver, CO 80202
Colfax Community Network
Colfax Community Network improves and strengthens the family and community life of the individuals, families, and children living in the transient house, primarily along Colfax Avenue. Providing needed information, resources, and services, we work alongside adults, children, and parents to help them see their value. We offer many tangible resources to lighten emotional and financial burdens and encourage stability. Connecting families to resources for housing, parenting classes, education, or career development, we devote even more energy to investing in the community’s youth, giving them the opportunity to learn and lead. Surrounded by staff and volunteers who believe in their power, they see they can succeed in the future and begin transforming their lives and communities today.
- 303-318-4242
- RNadeau@MHBHC.org
- https://www.milehighbehavioralhealthcare.org/colfax-community-network-afterschool
- 10190 E. Montview Blvd., Aurora 80010
Every Child Pediatrics
Every Child Pediatrics is a Colorado-based non-profit providing comprehensive, high-quality pediatric care to children regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Operating as a pediatric medical home, it serves over 24,000, often low-income, children with services including primary care, behavioral health, dental, and nutrition, with multiple locations across the Denver Metro area.
Special Connections
The Special Connections program is a Health First Colorado (Medicaid) initiative providing specialized, gender-responsive substance use disorder treatment for pregnant and postpartum individuals. It offers case management, counseling, and education to support healthy pregnancies, covering services up to one year postpartum to improve maternal and child health outcomes.
HealthyChildren
HealthyChildren.org is the official, pediatrician-backed parenting website of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), providing evidence-based, trusted health information for children from infancy through young adulthood. It offers expert-reviewed articles, safety guides, and interactive tools in both English and Spanish.
- 630-626-6000
- info@healthychildren.org
- https://www.healthychildren.org
- 345 Park Blvd., Itasca, IL 60143
Safe2Tell Colorado
Safe2Tell Colorado is a secure, anonymous reporting system that allows students, parents, and community members to report safety concerns—such as bullying, threats, or violence—to prevent tragedies. Operating under the Colorado Attorney General’s Office, it provides a 24/7 hotline, mobile app, and website, bridging communication between tipsters and local law enforcement/school officials.
- 1-877-542-SAFE (7233)
- Text "S2TCO" to 738477
- https://safe2tell.org/
- 1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
Savio
Savio is a non-profit, child wellness organization founded in 1966 that provides in-home therapeutic treatment and specialized foster care to strengthen families and prevent out-of-home placements. Serving over 1,700 families annually, it uses evidence-based, community-focused programs to treat behavioral issues, substance misuse, and trauma.
- Denver: 303-225-4100
- Colorado Springs: 303-225-4100
- info@saviohouse.org
- https://www.saviohouse.org/
- Denver & Colorado Springs, CO
Family Connects Colorado
Family Connects is an evidence-based, universal home visiting program designed to support parents and newborns through nurse home visits within the first few weeks of life. It connects families with community resources, such as childcare, healthcare, and financial services, to foster healthy development and reduce infant emergency medical care.