FAMILY SUCCESS CENTER
The mission of the Pikes Peak United Way Family Success Center is to serve the entire family and empower community members to become financially stable, grow, and accomplish their goals. Visit us today at the FSC where we strive to uplift families through the strength of community collaboration. To speed up your enrollment process, click here:
For more information
Email us at fscinfo@ppunitedway.org
Call us at (719) 418-6110
Our Services
Pikes Peak United Way 211 - COPE
COPE Assistance helps Colorado Springs Utilities customers access utility payment assistance and maintain essential services. 211 connects individuals and families to local resources for food, housing, health care, crisis support, and other basic needs through a free, confidential, multilingual services. Call 211 to make a COPE appointment.
Family Navigation Program
The Family Navigation Program helps families identify their needs and connect to the right resources with confidence and ease. Our navigators provide personalized support to link participants with services such as housing, employment, and food assistance. By building trusting relationships and reducing barriers, we empower families to access the support they need to move toward stability.
Sunny Side Market
Sunny Side Market is a network of local food pantries owned and operated by Care and Share Food Bank. All of the food provided is free of charge, and served in a warm, dignified, and respectful shopping experience. Sunny Side Market is about choice. There is a variety of food available that can help create full meals for you and your loved ones to enjoy around the table. Open on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1-3 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. by appointment.
New shoppers, please enroll here for a more streamlined experience.
If you already enrolled, please click below to schedule your appointment for shopping.
Appointments open on a weekly basis every Friday for the following week.
The Thrive Network
The Thrive Network offers FREE classes that teach you tips and tricks for starting and running your own business. The FREE Spanish-speaking program is also taking applications. Head to thethrivenetworks.org to register.
B-COS We Care
B-COS We Care supports children and families through volunteer‑led programs that provide essential resources and community assistance in El Paso County.
Harrison School District 2
Harrison School District 2 offers FREE adult education classes to develop English communication skills for work, school, and community involvement along with GED and literacy classes. Classes are available in morning, afternoon, and evening time slots. Anyone 17 years or older can email Dr. Masako Kikuchi at mkikuchi@hsd2.org for more information or to register.
Peak Vista
Peak Vista is an organization focused on enhancing the health of people and the community at large through professional, caring staff who are motivated, enthusiastic, respectful, energetic and committed to strategic partnerships.
Community Economic Defense Project
CEDP builds programs that protect community wealth, stop economic abuse, and keep people in their homes. They provide emergency rental and mortgage assistance for clients at immediate risk of eviction or foreclosure. We focus on homeless diversion by helping clients quickly obtain housing and help those on the brink of homelessness remain housed.
Goodwill of Colorado
Build the digital skills employers are looking for—at no cost. Goodwill’s Digital Skills program offers flexible, hybrid training in AI, Microsoft Office, Python, data analytics and more. Participants also explore careers through virtual reality, strengthen workplace skills, and receive guidance from experienced instructors to prepare for today’s technology-driven workforce.
The Lighthouse Early Care and Education
The Lighthouse Early Care and Education center integrates social, emotional, physical, imaginative, and cognitive learning experiences into the everyday routine. Full-time child care is available for children ages 2-12 along with drop-in services for families using programs at the FSC. Register here: thelighthouseddc.com/enroll
Kingdom Builder's Family Life Center
At Kingdom Builder’s Family Life Center, we are dedicated to fostering stronger families and empowering individuals impacted by domestic violence and sexual violence to thrive in all aspects of life. Through our comprehensive services and holistic approach, we strive to create meaningful change and promote healing within our community.
Pikes Peak Children's Museum
This is a hands-on museum for kids under 10, with tickets starting at $12 (adults free). Timed 1.5- hour sessions keep groups small, with rotating interactive exhibits for families to enjoy.
THANK YOU SPONSORS
Thank you to all of our Sponsors for making this possible!
