Community Food Assistance is dedicated to alleviating food insecurity in Durango and the greater La Plata County area. Our mission focuses on providing emergency food relief to families, seniors, and children who are facing challenges to meet their basic needs. We offer critical services such as drive-up food distributions every Tuesday from 9 am to 1 pm, allowing residents to receive food without leaving their vehicles. For those who cannot access our site, we provide home deliveries for individuals at risk or lacking transportation. Additionally, we distribute essential items like diapers, wipes, and formula as supplies last. No one in La Plata County, including the towns of Silverton, Mancos, and Dolores, should face hunger alone, and we are here to support everyone in need with compassion and care.

Community Food Assistance in Durango, CO, is dedicated to addressing food insecurity by providing essential emergency food relief to residents of La Plata County. We prioritize supporting the most vulnerable members of our community, including children, seniors, and families facing hardships. Our drive-up food distributions take place every Tuesday from 9 am to 1 pm, allowing individuals to receive food assistance without leaving their vehicles. For households at risk or lacking transportation, we offer convenient home delivery services throughout the week. Additionally, we distribute diapers, wipes, and infant formula based on availability and request. Our food pantry is open to everyone in La Plata County, as well as residents of Silverton, Mancos, and Dolores, ensuring that no one goes hungry in our community.

San Juan Basin Public Health is dedicated to enhancing the health of our community through the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program in Durango, CO. Our mission is to provide essential food assistance and nutritional support to pregnant women, infants, and children, ensuring they receive the nutrition they need during critical stages of development. Participants benefit from eWIC debit cards for easy access to food, comprehensive nutrition assessments, and tailored education to promote healthy habits. Our breastfeeding support is available to encourage and assist new mothers. We welcome walk-in appointments on Fridays from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for WIC clients seeking follow-ups or re-certifications, while new clients and those adding a baby to their WIC plan should schedule an appointment. Individuals receiving Health First Colorado (Medicaid) automatically qualify for WIC, and our program is also accessible to those who exceed income limits for Medicaid, thereby allowing participation alongside Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Together, we’re committed to nourishing families and fostering a healthier future.