Kiowa

Local offices in Kiowa

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Local office · City office

  Kiowa Town Hall

  404 Comanche Street, Kiowa, CO 80117

  Help here

  • Town office helpContact the town office for help with town services and questions.
  • Utility billingContact the town office with questions about water and sewer bills.
  Call 303-621-2366DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofkiowa.colorado.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Elbert County Workforce Center

  75 Ute Avenue, Kiowa, CO 80117

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help searching for jobs, improving a résumé, and finding career training.
  Call 720-639-5859DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cdle.colorado.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Kiowa Library

  331 Comanche Street, Kiowa, CO 80117

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books, use computers, and ask for research help.
  Call 303-621-2111DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on pplibraries.org

Town of Kiowa website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Kiowa first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  Calvary Church Bread of Life Food Pantry

  Calvary Church

  27 miles from the center of Kiowa

  18900 E. Hampden Ave., Aurora, CO 80013

  Hours

  • Thu10 AM to 12 PM
  Call 303-628-7200DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on files.arapahoeco.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  St. Paul Presbyterian Church Food Pantry

  St. Paul Presbyterian Church

  27 miles from the center of Kiowa

  18901 E. Hampden Ave., Aurora, CO 80013

  Hours

  • Tue10 AM to 12 PM. Closed when Aurora schools are closed

  Who can come: Everyone

  What to bring: No proof of income required.

  Call 303-693-3434DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on stppc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Mobile pantry

  Peace with Christ Lutheran Church

  Peace With Christ Lutheran Church

  27 miles from the center of Kiowa

  3290 S. Tower Rd., Aurora, CO 80013

  Hours

  • Sat1:30 PM to 3 PM (2nd of the month). Drive-up

  What to bring: No paperwork or ID required.

  Call 303-693-5618DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on files.arapahoeco.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  New Life Food Pantry

  New Life Community Church

  29 miles from the center of Kiowa

  17690 E. Iliff Ave., Aurora, CO 80013

  Hours

  • Tue1 PM to 4 PM

  What to bring: Bring a photo ID, proof of residence, and proof of household members.

  Call 303-368-7567DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on nlccaurora.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free grocery market

  More Life Community Center Marketplace

  More Life Community Center

  30 miles from the center of Kiowa

  14100 E. Jewell Ave., Aurora, CO 80012

  Hours

  • Wed10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Marketplace reservations; 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Marketplace reservations

  What to bring: Wednesday Marketplace visits need a reservation. Spots are limited.

  Call 720-748-0257DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on coloradacommunity.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Colorado Community Church Food Pantry

  Colorado Community Church

  30 miles from the center of Kiowa

  14000 E. Jewell Ave., Aurora, CO 80012

  Hours

  • Mon8 AM to 4 PM
  • Tue8 AM to 4 PM
  • Thu8 AM to 4 PM
  • Fri8 AM to 4 PM

  What to bring: Groceries are first come, first served.

  Call 303-783-3838DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on coloradocommunity.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Kiowa

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Elbert County

Kiowa is in Elbert County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Elbert County Human Services

  75 Ute Avenue, Kiowa, CO 80117

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for food, cash, or medical assistance programs.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and cases.
  Call 303-621-3149DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on elbertcounty-co.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Douglas County Health Department WIC at Elizabeth Library

  651 Beverly Street, Elizabeth, CO 80107

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programEligible families can get healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
  Call 720-643-2401DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on elbertcounty-co.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  2-1-1 Colorado

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or search online to find local help with housing, food, health care, work, and other needs.
  Call 866-760-6489Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211colorado.org

• Public health · County office

  Elbert County Public Health

  75 Ute Avenue, Kiowa, CO 80117

  Help here

  • Public health clinic and servicesGet public health services and make an appointment at the county clinic.
  Call 720-595-3620DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on elbertcounty-co.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  East Central Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging

  128 Colorado Avenue, Stratton, CO 80836

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportAsk about meals, transportation, caregiver support, and other services for older adults.
  Call 719-348-5562DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on agewisecolorado.org

• Veterans · County office

  Elbert County Veteran Services

  Help here

  • Veteran benefits assistanceContact the county veterans service officer for help with veterans services.
  Call 303-621-3200Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on elbertcounty-co.gov

Everything in Elbert County

Colorado programs by kind of help

These are run by Colorado and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026