Everyone deserves access to basic necessities like food and clothing, regardless of their financial situation. Dorcas is a one-stop shop in Huerfano County where people can find food, free or very low priced clothing, small wares, and overall support. We are stocked with a variety of items to meet the diverse needs of Huerfano County. We are 100% volunteer-run and we depend on support from the community to keep our various programs accessible for all.

Local folkloric dance organization celebrating Mexican culture through dance, music, and education. Their performances share the region's vibrant heritage while offering dance classes to the community.
Celebrating Mexican culture with dance, music, and classes, sharing regional heritage through community performances.

The Flamingo Book Club inspires a love of reading by providing free books to elementary-aged children and staff in Huerfano and Las Animas County. Partnering with local schools, libraries and organizations, FBC hosts unique literacy events with community partners to engage families and educators. Each month, students receive books to build personal libraries and develop lifelong reading habits. Your support helps us expand our reach and create more opportunities for learning, creativity, and joy throughout the county.

Historic landmark dedicated to providing cultural entertainment and arts programming for the community. The Fox is a venue for films, performances, and events celebrating local history and the performing arts. With ongoing revitalization efforts, your donation is crucial for us to stay on track to reopen Spring 2025.
Historic venue for films and events, celebrating local arts. Currently undergoing revitalization to better serve the community.

Supporting the library through fundraising, advocacy, and community engagement. Proceeds support library programs and improvements, helping to make the library a true community hub.

The Friends of the Spanish Peaks Library District is a nonprofit organization and proudly supports the library’s mission to serve Walsenburg, Gardner, and the surrounding communities in Huerfano County, Colorado. Through fundraising, volunteer efforts, program sponsorships, and infrastructure improvements, the Friends help ensure the library remains a vibrant, accessible resource. The Friends are dedicated to advocating for the entire community, welcoming and representing people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life.

Dedicated to rescuing abandoned and neglected animals in Huerfano County since 2015, we provide comprehensive medical care, rehabilitation, and forever homes. We've taken in numerous dogs and cats throughout the county—this year managing several complex cases, including three dogs diagnosed with cancer. Your donations fund medical care through our local vet, food supplies, and vetting assistance for community members in need, giving every forgotten pet a second chance.

Rural, community-focused school that integrates agriculture and environmental studies into it’s curriculum, fostering creative, healthy, and engaged learners. Through hands-on learning and community involvement. GVS empowers students to grow as compassionate thinkers and Doers.

Works to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of Southern Colorado. Through arts, education, and community engagement, the foundation fosters an understanding of the region's diverse traditions and history while supporting initiatives celebrating Indigenous cultures and local heritage.
Preserving Southern Colorado’s heritage through arts and community programs, celebrating diverse traditions.

We are tomorrow’s ancestors. The Huerfano Heritage Center contains records of local history from 1890 through the present, and is heavily utilized by visitors wishing to learn more about their ancestors, and what life was like for them here in Huerfano County. We are raising money to continue digitizing the newspaper collection from 1952 onward. Your donation will help ensure your life experiences in Huerfano County will be preserved and made available to future generations.

La Clinica is a nonprofit health center dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to the residents of Gardner. With a mission rooted in community well-being, La Clinica offers essential medical and mental health services to individuals and families.
Provides affordable healthcare services, focusing on quality care, wellness, and support in Gardner.

Celebrates and promotes the vibrant arts community in La Veta, Colorado. The district nurtures local artists and enhances community engagement through public art, creative workshops, and cultural events. Promotes La Veta’s arts community with public art, workshops, and events, fostering engagement and creativity.

Brings the community together with fresh, locally grown produce, handmade goods, and unique crafts. Celebrating the spirit of local agriculture and artisanship, the market offers a welcoming space for neighbors to connect, support local vendors, and enjoy the flavors of La Veta.
Celebrating local agriculture and artisanship, bringing the community together with fresh produce and handmade goods.

Support our Growth Tree Capital Fundraiser! We're raising funds to purchase an additional building to expand event spaces, collections, and services. Recent programs have drawn 60+ adults and 75+ youth—outgrowing our current space. The library has committed $250,000 to this project.

La Veta Trails is a volunteer stewardship nonprofit dedicated to restoring and preserving trails and public lands in Huerfano and Las Animas Counties that connect people to the outdoors, inspire volunteerism, and promote the health and economic vitality of the region. In partnership with local, state and federal agencies and schools, LVT engages diverse volunteers in priority projects that address barriers to outdoor access, improve ecological outcomes, and support the long-term sustainability of outdoor recreation for future generations.

The first of its kind in Huerfano County, La Veta Village Assisted Living provides care in a compassionate and supportive environment for seniors in the heart of downtown La Veta. With a focus on dignity, independence, and personalized care, La Veta Village is dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents in a warm, community-centered setting. We are not a nursing home with medical staff as some assume, but instead a place where people do live independently with helping hands to assist in time of need to help with medication, personal care or food preparation.

Committed to improving animal welfare in Huerfano County and surrounding areas, we provide affordable spay/neuter services, vaccinations, and microchip identification for companion animals. Our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program addresses the challenges of community cat overpopulation through humane, sustainable spay neuter practices. By offering accessible care and collaborating with local veteriarian partners, we strive to reduce shelter intake, prevent suffering, and strengthen the bond between people and pets across our rural communities.

Provides a safe, lifelong home for neglected, disabled, special needs, and rescued animals. Run entirely by volunteers, Mountain View Sanctuary offers compassionate care and a peaceful environment where animals can live with dignity.
Providing lifelong care to rescued and special-needs animals.

The Museum of Friends (MoF) connects people through art, education, and preservation in the heart of Walsenburg. As a cultural anchor and creative community hub, MoF uplifts rural voices and celebrates the spirit of Southern Colorado. Your support sustains youth STEAM education, Healing Through Art workshops, and the preservation of the historic Roof & Dick Building — keeping creativity, community, and opportunity thriving for generations to come.

Dedicated to empowering the youth of Huerfano County through programs that foster character-building, leadership, and life-skills development. Since 1999, SCCY has provided a safe and supportive environment where young people can explore their potential, engage in community service, and grow into confident, successful adults.
Empowers Huerfano County’s youth through character-building, life skills, and leadership programs for a brighter future.

The purpose of the Sangre de Cristo Vocal Arts Ensemble is to provide music that inspires, uplifts and entertains. The Sangre de Cristo Vocal Arts Ensemble’s motto is to “Make a Joyful Noise” or “Sing for Joy.

The Scenic Highway of Legends is the area’s largest tourism draw and it offers a tremendous boost to the region’s economy through tourism dollars. It is also an invaluable place for locals to recreate. We have two major projects that could use your support! Help up keep the Byway safe, pristine and clean.

We provide the people of Huerfano County with local high quality produce (without chemical pesticides or fertilizers), homebaked breads, goat cheese and hand-made pastries at affordable prices, while educating others in small-scale farming through internships and volunteer opportunities.

For over 40 years, SPACe has enriched the community through art exhibits, workshops, and educational programs. Located at 132 W. Ryus in La Veta, the SPACe Gallery and Gift Shop provide opportunities for artists to showcase their work while fostering creativity, personal growth, and cultural connection.

Serving Huerfano County, Spanish Peaks is a critical access hospital and comprehensive care campus nestled at the foot of majestic mountains in Walsenburg, CO. We offer 20‑bed hospital services, specialty and family clinics, and a retail pharmacy along with a variety of services. Our 90‑bed Veterans Community Living Center—unique on‑campus in Colorado—provides personalized nursing care, engaging activities, and veteran-centered support in a dignified, mountain-view setting.

Beloved annual celebration of Celtic music, dance, and culture in Southern Colorado. Combining world-class musicians, dancers, and enthusiasts, the festival offers workshops, performances, and cultural experiences against the stunning Spanish Peaks backdrop.
Annual Celtic festival with workshops and performances celebrating Celtic music, dance, and culture in Colorado.

The Spanish Peaks Library District is a public library situated on the first floor of the historic Huerfano County High School/ Middle School building, the library offers a wide range of resources and services to the community, including books, audiobooks, DVDs, access to the internet, computers and all kinds of games. Other free services include; notary, public meeting rooms equipped with laptop and projector, research databases and community programming. Funds will go toward building expansion.

Since 2021, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) in Huerfano County has connected adults 55+ with meaningful volunteer roles that improve rural community health.In the past year alone, 36 RSVP volunteers served 1,300+ hours across 10 partner organizations. Your donation to Huerfano Gives helps cover mileage and meal reimbursements and recognizes volunteers through celebration events, coffee hours, and appreciation gifts—so they can keep showing up for our community.

Trenda Howard dedicated her life to lifting others up, helping young people find their voices, and empowering them to chase their dreams. She saw potential in every student she met and made it her mission to nurture their confidence, ambition, and ability to create change. The Trenda Howard Legacy Foundation's mission is to provide scholarships and other educational opportunities for college-bound students in memory of Teacher and Family member, Trenda Howard.

Offers community members access to fitness equipment, classes, and wellness programs. We promote healthy, active living in Huerfano County through affordable and accessible fitness services.
Providing affordable access to fitness equipment, classes, and wellness programs for a healthy Huerfano community.

Porchfest, Mountain Mining Days, The Parade of Lights, Main St. Flowers! Walsenburg Downtown Revitalization Committee (WDRC) has been breathing life into the heart of Walsenburg for years now. We are 100% volunteer run and rely entirely on your support to make sure that our downtown is beautiful and engaging. Consider giving this season to keep up our awesome programming and beautification efforts!

Fosters collaboration between parents, teachers, and school leadership to enrich students' educational experiences. Through events, fundraisers, and support initiatives, the PTO works tirelessly to enhance school programs and create a thriving, supportive community for educators and families. Focuses on uniting parents, teachers, and leaders to enrich education and support our school community.