Neighborhood Resources in Central Denver
Extreme Community Makeover serves eight Denver neighborhoods, which include Barnum, Elyria, Globeville, La Alma/Lincoln Park, Swansea, Villa Park, West Colfax, and Westwood. Out of these eight neighborhoods, La Alma/Lincoln Park encompasses Central Denver. There are a number of great organizations located in Central Denver. So, jot these down for easy reference.
Denver Inner City Parish
Address: 1212 Mariposa Street, Denver, CO 80204
Phone Number: 303.629.0636
The Denver Inner City Parish empowers communities, supports personal transformations, and creates self-sustaining lifestyles for those who are most vulnerable.The word parish means “community” and the DICP is committed to community. They are a non-sectarian human services nonprofit. The Parish elevates community through its community programs. Click here for information on programs. Here are some classes, resources, and groups available through Denver Inner City Parish:
- Hunger Relief and Nutrition: Food Pantry
- Child Care Program
- Alternative youth education, counseling, mentoring, college preparation
- Recreation center, weight room, Zumba classes
- Seniors Programs: square dancing, bingo and other social opportunities
His Love Fellowship
Address: 910 Kalamath Street, Denver, CO 80204
Phone Number: 303.623.1623
His Love Fellowship offers services, mid-week dinners and Bible studies, and children and family ministries. Based in the heart of Denver Colorado, they minister to all and welcome all who come.Here are some classes, resources, and groups available through His Love Fellowship:
- Food Bank
- Community Dinners
Servicios De La Raza
Address: 3131 West 14th Avenue, Denver, CO 80204
Phone Number: 303.458.5851
Servicios de La Raza serves as an integral chamber in the heart of Metro Denver’s Latinx community. They are an accessible community resource, strategically linked with churches, schools, and myriad private, public sector agencies in a collaborative effort weaving an unbreakable web of support for the community.Here are some classes, resources, and groups available through Servicios De La Raza:
- Adult job development
- Basic emergency services
- Case management and referrals
- Domestic violence and sex assault case management
- HIV/AIDS case management
- Mental health therapy
- Youth supportive and leadership development services
Youth Programs:
Arts Street
Address: 1079 Osage Street, Denver, CO 80204
Phone Number: 303.825.1334
Arts Street uses the power of creativity to help youth in breaking the cycle of generational poverty in Denver communities by gaining personal and economic stability through education, arts and technology and employment training.Here are some classes, resources, and groups available through Arts Street:
- Jobs skills training
- Summer jobs and internships
- Various workshops
Youth on Record
Address: 1301 West 10thAvenue, Denver, CO 80204
Phone Number: 303.993.5226
At Youth on Record, they believe that all young people, including those who are at-risk and written-off, have the ability to turn their lives around. They are committed to ensuring that the youth we serve graduate from high school and are ready to enter the workforce, and transition to college or enter advanced technical training and careers.Here are some classes, resources, and groups available through Youth on Record:
- For credit classes
- Music labs and lessons
Libraries:
Byers Branch Library
Address: 675 Santa Fe Drive – Denver, CO 80204
Phone Number: 720.865.0160
Here are some classes, resources, and groups available through Byers Branch Library:
- Free classes, events, and activities
- Services for immigrants and refugees
- Youth programs
Recreation Centers:
La Alma Recreation Center
Address: 1325 West 11th Avenue, Denver, CO 80204Phone Number: 720.865.2200
Here are some classes, resources, and groups available through La Alma Recreation Center:
- Senior programs: Silver Sneakers workout programs
- Youth sports leagues and summer camps
Health Centers:
Denver Health Main Campus
Address: 777 Bannock Street – Denver, CO 80204
Phone Number: 303.436.6000
Registered Neighborhood Organizations:
La Alma-Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association
- When: 4thWednesday of each month at 6:30 pm
- Where: Arts Street – 1079 Osage Street, Denver, CO 80204
- More Info: lincolnparkneighborhood.org