$12,194 raised by 48 donors
49% complete
$25,000 Goal
Providing Support and Finding Solutions for our Veterans and their families.
1. Towards the end of June 2019, a Veteran and his spouse came into the Northern Colorado Resource Center (VRC) looking for assistance with moving their belongings. The veteran explained that he and his pregnant wife have been staying at the Catholic Charities Homeless Shelter. Due to the shelter rules, the couple was forced to sleep separately during almost her entire pregnancy. With the help of VOA, the couple was able to find a rental house to call home, with no spare money to rent a moving truck the veteran had no idea where to turn. During the appointment, the veteran stated that their belongings were stored with a neighbor and needed to be moved out as soon as possible. Using the Wal-Mart Emergency Fund, the VRC was able to pay for a moving truck from Penske for 3 days. Due to the quick actions of the VRC, the couple was able to get their belongings back and find some normalcy again. Then again in October the Resource Center found out that the couple needed assistance finding a vehicle to get to baby appointments and work. With funding from Wal-Mart, the Resource Center was able to purchase a Honda Civic to make everyday life less stressful for this new family. Without the Resource Center, this veteran would not be able to get to work and they would struggle to find transportation for those important doctor's appointments. During this time the VRC was also able to give two gift cards so this deserving family could get groceries. Towards the end of June 2019, a Veteran and his spouse came into the Northern Colorado Resource Center (VRC) looking for assistance with moving their belongings. The veteran explained that he and his pregnant wife have been staying at the Catholic Charities Homeless Shelter. Due to the shelter rules, the couple was forced to sleep separately during almost her entire pregnancy. With the help of VOA, the couple was able to find a rental house to call home, with no spare money to rent a moving truck the veteran had no idea where to turn. During the appointment, the veteran stated that their belongings were stored with a neighbor and needed to be moved out as soon as possible. Using the Wal-Mart Emergency Fund, the VRC was able to pay for a moving truck from Penske for 3 days. Due to the quick actions of the VRC, the couple was able to get their belongings back and find some normalcy again. Then again in October the Resource Center found out that the couple needed assistance finding a vehicle to get to baby appointments and work. With funding from Wal-Mart, the Resource Center was able to purchase a Honda Civic to make everyday life less stressful for this new family. Without the Resource Center, this veteran would not be able to get to work and they would struggle to find transportation for those important doctor's appointments. During this time the VRC was also able to give two gift cards so this deserving family could get groceries.
2. An example of what we were able to do is at the end of last month we had a veteran and his family come in looking for any assistance possible. The veteran explained that their family was facing homelessness and had nowhere to turn. The veteran is 100% disabled and has custody of their two grandkids. The veteran's wife is the caretaker for the entire family. The family is on a fixed budget they were out of money, through the VRC we were able to find this veteran a suitable home. The VRC was able to take care of the deposit and first month's rent for this deserving family who had fallen on hard times. With a little bit of financial assistance, this family was able to catch up financially and now they no longer have to worry about living on the streets with two young children.
The Northern Colorado Veterans Resource Center strives to be the home and support system for Veterans and their families. We do this by empowering Veterans and their families by providing personalized support and direct navigation to critical resources. We promote long-term stability and well-being through services such as housing support, employment assistance, VA benefits navigation, mental health access, and crisis intervention. Through compassionate advocacy and strong community partnerships, we help Veterans overcome barriers and build successful, fulfilling lives.
Northern Colorado Veterans Resource Center (NCVRC) is more than just a nonprofit. It is a lifeline. Founded in 2018 by Veterans in Greeley, Colorado, NCVRC was created by those who understand the challenges of returning to civilian life. Whether a Veteran is newly transitioning or has been struggling for years, we are here to walk alongside them every step of the way.
Our mission is simple but powerful: to ensure Veterans and their families receive the resources, benefits, and education they have earned through service and sacrifice. Since opening our doors, we have helped more than 1,800 Veterans in our community find stability, hope, and connection. We serve, on average, 30 Veterans a month, and in December 2024, NCVRC served 76 Veterans in a single month. The need is growing, and so is our commitment.
At the heart of NCVRC is our Peer Support Navigation Program (PSNP). This program is built on trust, not bureaucracy. Veterans come to us facing challenges such as housing insecurity, healthcare gaps, unemployment, and barriers to education. Many arrive in crisis. Some are just beginning to look for a way forward. All are met with compassion, respect, and support.
Our Navigators, who are Veterans themselves, do more than provide referrals. They build relationships. Using trauma-informed care and a social determinants of health approach, they help clients uncover and address the root causes of the issues they face. A Veteran may come in needing emergency housing but leave with a plan for long-term stability and access to healthcare and education.
The peer support model works because it is personal. For Veterans who feel disconnected from the VA system or unsure of where to turn, speaking with someone who truly understands can make all the difference. Time and again, our clients tell us they feel heard, understood, and valued. They return not because they are required to, but because they trust us.
With your support, we can continue meeting the growing demand for services and help every Veteran who walks through our doors. No matter how complex their situation may be, we will be there. Together, we can ensure that those who served our country are never left behind.
Organization name
Northern Colorado Veterans Resource Center
other names
NCVRC
2018
Tax id (EIN)
82-0842029
Category
Military & Veterans Organizations
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
777 8th AvenueMailing
777 8th AveWeld County, CO, US