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Denver Human Services outlines GIVE program emergency supports, asks for ongoing donations
Summary
Denver Human Services told the mayor and council its GIVE program provides emergency goods and neighborhood 'Give on the Go' services, is staffed by two full-time employees supported by volunteers, and continues to accept donations to address increased need after November EBT delays.
Denver Human Services presented an overview of its GIVE program on the Denver mayor and city council’s weekly meeting, describing how the program fills short-term gaps for residents facing hardship and asking for continued community donations.
Celia Leal, identified in the transcript as the GIVE Center supervisor, said the GIVE program “plays a crucial role in Denver Safety Net, providing a compassionate response and emergency relief to those facing a hardship.” Leal said the program is composed of two teams—the Give Donations team and the GIVE Center—and operates year-round donation intake, three large drives (hygiene, school supplies and a holiday gift drive) and…
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