DHS GIVE Center

Vital Document Fee waivers

• Colorado State identification cards
• Colorado birth / death certificates

Wellness & hygiene items

• Temporary Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) boxes, snack bags
• Toothbrush, toothpaste, bar soap, etc.
• Menstrual products
• Child & adult diapers
• Dog & cat food

Referrals for the following items:

• Clothing
  • Precious Child (children’s clothing for ages infant - 18 years of age)
• Prescription eyeglass vouchers & non-prescription readers

If you have an emergency need:

• To receive support, you must be a Denver County Resident
• The DHS GIVE Center identifies an Emergent Need as a life event arising unexpectedly requiring urgent support or services.
• If you are experiencing an Emergent Need, walk-up services are available at DHS GIVE Center:
  • Monday/Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - noon, 1-4 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - noon
  • Thursday: 1-4 p.m.
• On Friday, the DHS GIVE Center is open for curbside pick-up only.

Are you are a Case Worker or Community partner working with someone who needs help? You can refer them to GIVE Center services by completing our GIVE Referral Form at the link below:

Get Started: GIVE Referral Form

Due to the volume of requests, it may take up to 48 hours before you hear from a team member to complete the process. 

If you want to Donate or Volunteer:

• The DHS GIVE Center is funded completely by donations. We need your support to keep our shelves full of necessities for your neighbors in need.
• You can learn all the ways to Donate or Volunteer by visiting our Donations page

Our resource navigators connect customers to community-based resources and partner referrals, including:

• Prescription eye glasses vouchers through New Eyes for the Needy
• A Precious Child

Download the Full Menu of DHS Services

Food Bank of the Rockies hosts mobile food pantry events across Denver throughout the year. Visit their Find Food page to find an event near you:

Find Food

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