The Journal
CERF has announced $50,500 in grants to nonprofits on the frontlines serving the most vulnerable populations. CERF’s goal is to manage the consequences of the virus and measures taken to slow its spread. This includes efforts such as providing food, shelter, rent and mortgage assistance, utilities and behavioral health.
The following Southwest Colorado organizations will receive CERF grants in Phase 1 of funding:
Dolores County: R.O.C.K. Reaching Out to Community and Kids
Montezuma County: Sharehouse/Good Samaritan Food Pantry, Mancos FoodShare, The Piñon Project (manages MEAC) and The Bridge Shelter
San Juan County: San Juan Development Association
Archuleta County: Pagosa Outreach Connection and Food Equity Coalition
La Plata: Community Emergency Assistance Coalition (CEAC), La Plata Family Centers Coalition, Manna and Durango Food Bank
As of March 31, CERF has raised $138,000 from local businesses and individuals. Phase 2 of the CERF Covid-19 funding will have an online grant application. For updates, visit bit.ly/2yu6Usj or bit.ly/2wXuygf.
To donate to the CERF, visit www.coloradogives.org/cerf, send a check payable to the Community Foundation with CERF in the memo line to P.O. Box 1673, Durango, CO 81302 or text “credit’ to 40403.
