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Food & Financial Assistance Programs
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ince 1918, EFAA has been the community safety net for families who have nowhere else to turn when they can't meet their basic needs. By providing assistance with food, rent, utility bills, minor medical expenses, transportation, furniture, and case management services, EFAA's Basic Needs Program offers people in our community a place to come when hunger or homelessness threaten their families. In 2002-03, 2,796 different families came to one of EFAA's offices in Boulder, Lafayette or Broomfield for assistance. Using a combination of volunteer and paid staff, EFAA takes the time to listen, to develop a plan for financial stability and often provides assistance with food or vouchers. We are pleased that 91% of clients who returned follow up questionnaires said their needs were met by EFAA and 95% said they were treated respectfully. Since 2000-01, we have seen an approximate 40% increase in the number of people coming to EFAA for assistance. Most significant areas of need are high cost housing related items (rent and utilities) and food. Working in cooperation with other human service organizations, schools, the faith community and local police departments, EFAA serves as the hub of a coordinated network of helpers throughout the area. |
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