$5,400 raised by 15 donors
14% complete
$40,000 Goal
Astonishment comes in quick flashes and fleeting glances. Polaroid-style memories that remind me of the incredible journeys of individuals who have found hope and stability through our hospitality house and resource navigation center. Your support has been instrumental in making these transformations possible, and I invite you to continue this vital work with us.
Take John*, for example, who has faced many significant challenges in his life. After struggling with homelessness and losing his ID, John felt invisible, lost, and forgotten. However, through the compassionate community and support he found at Network, he was able to obtain a new Colorado ID; a milestone he described as “enough for me, even if nothing else good happens.” This small but significant step has opened doors for John, allowing him to access medical care and secure a brand-new apartment that is nearly ready to move in. His story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the impact of dedicated person-centered support.
Then there's Roger*, who struggles with severe memory loss and feelings of insecurity. Despite his challenges, Roger finds solace at Network, where he is welcomed with open arms. He often expresses his love for the community, saying, “I love Network because it makes me feel safe.” This sense of belonging has been crucial for Roger, helping him navigate his journey toward stability. With ongoing support, he is learning to trust again and is on the path to finding permanent housing. In fact, he is currently staying in a hotel, waiting for an apartment of his own to welcome him home.
These stories exemplify the essence of our mission at Network Coffee House. We strive to create a “living room of Christ,” a space where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their circumstances. Our commitment to providing free services, whether it’s access to food, showers, or case management, ensures that individuals like John and Roger have the resources they need to rebuild their lives with stability.
However, we cannot do this alone. As we face the ongoing challenges and significant rise of homelessness in our community, we rely on the generosity of supporters like you. Your contributions directly fund the resource connections and efforts that make these life-changing stories possible.
I invite you to join us in supporting our unhoused neighbors with dignity. You can help Network continue to provide essential services and empower more individuals to overcome their struggles and find their way home.
Thank you for considering a donation to Network Coffee House. Your generosity makes a profound difference in the lives of individuals in our community. I am truly encouraged by the outpouring of support for our small but mighty living room, and I invite you to visit us someday soon.
Ian Stitt, Executive Director
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Network is a hospitality house and resource navigation hub supporting our unhoused neighbors where the dignity of all people is clearly affirmed, mutual kinship is encouraged, and healing becomes possible.
Network Coffee House informally began in 1978 when the founder, John Hicks, and a few friends who met for a Bible study began spending time among the poor in Capitol Hill, Denver. In 1982, Network became an official 501(c)(3) and purchased a building on 13th Avenue. From day one, Network has worked in conjunction with St. James Urban Church (SJU), which met in the same space. Over the years, many members of the SJU congregation have served as staff or volunteers of the Coffee House.
In 1990, Network moved to its current location one block south of East Colfax on 14th & Pearl. In this three-story Victorian home, we have been able to house two formerly homeless tenants who call the 120+ year old house home and help with the daily duties around the Coffee House.
In 2013, John Hicks retired, entrusting Network to Ryan Taylor, the second Executive Director of Network, and the Pastor of Urban Mercy, a church community that gathers in the chapel above the Coffee House. Just as John did before him, Ryan spends many hours with staff, volunteers, and other leaders in the city who experience the disorientation and depth of encountering the difficult work of ministering to the poor.
Network sees anywhere between 70 and 150 people come through our doors each day. In the past fifteen years, Network has realized the need to be an increasingly nimble organization, as homelessness in Denver has increased by over 300%. This increase in individuals experiencing homelessness, and the dramatic rise in Denver's drug overdose crisis, have led to an increase in the deaths of those experiencing homelessness. Network has become one of the only agencies in Denver to facilitate funerals and memorials for members of the community who pass away.
Organization name
Network Coffee House
other names
Network Ministries
1982
Tax id (EIN)
84-0865247
Category
Human Services, Housing & Shelter, Religion-Related, Public & Societal Benefit, Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
1402 Pearl St.Mailing
PO Box 18813 DenverDenver County, CO, US