Financial Assistance

LiftUp’s primary focus is to ensure all Routt County neighbors have access to basic human needs (food, shelter, & clothing) while also fostering self-sufficiency & personal growth. In 2022, 604 neighbors stayed in their homes, kept their heat on, or received healthcare assistance.

Case Workers assist each neighbor individually. It’s private, one-on-one and we promise you’ll feel welcome. Case Workers will respond to inquiries and requests within 48 hours. They do not respond on Saturday, Sunday or on federal holidays.

Please review the application AND the Client Document Checklist. Submit your application and required documentation to caseworker@liftuprc.org. If email is not possible, hard copies may be delivered in person to one of our Food Banks during their hours of operation.

Questions? Complete the contact us form or call 970-870-8804

Do I qualify for services (food, financial, or basic needs)?

LiftUp serves Routt county residents with an income of 300% or less of the Federal Poverty Level. Review the LiftUp Guidelines column below as a first step in determining if you can apply for assistance.

What if I don’t qualify? Can I still get assistance?

Anyone can access the Grab-N-Go food section daily in the front of our Food Banks without registering with LiftUp or showing an ID. If you are in need of basic items such as a warm coat, a pair of shoes, etc. you can come to the Food Banks to receive a one-time voucher for the Thrift Store to items needed.

How often can I shop for food?

Food Bank clients can shop once per month for general groceries, and twice per month for fresh produce. Anyone can access the Grab-N-Go section in the front of the Food Banks during open hours.

What if I can’t come shop in person? Can someone else pick up food for me?

You can assign a designated person (proxy) to shop for you at the Food Banks. Below please find the application and information required to become a Food Bank proxy.­­

Food Bank/Financial Assistance Application & Forms

Client Packet – English	LiftUp EEO Policy English	Proxy Form English
Client Packet – Spanish	LiftUp EEO Policy Spanish	Proxy Form Spanish

2023 Federal Poverty Level (FPL)

(Guidelines Monthly Income Maximum)

Household Size	Actual FPL	CSFP Senior Box 130%	TEFAP Commodities 200%	LiftUp Guidelines 300%
1	$1,215	$1,580	$2,265	$3,645
2	$1,643.33	$2,137	$3,051.67	$4,930
3	$2,071.67	$2,694	$3,838.33	$6,215
4	$2,500	$3,250	$4,625	$7,500
5	$2,928.33	$3,807	$5,411.67	$8,785
6	$3,356.67	$4,364	$6,198.33	$10,070
7	$3,785	$4,921	$6,985	$11,355
8	$4,213.33	$5,478	$7,771.67	$12,640

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