



My name is Doug
Doug is on a 50-state volunteer quest. Doug has cancer and is "Dying to serve" in all 50 states across America. Doug contacted the Pueblo Community Soup Kitchen and volunteered to serve for a day serving those in need here in Pueblo. It was a real pleasure working with him. Good luck Doug on your quest. May God be with you and keep you safe. Thank you for leaving your mark on the Pueblo Community Soup Kitchen.



Meet Dr. Lynn
Dr. Lynn and her staff from Pueblo Community Health Care see patients at the PCSK twice a month. A blessing for our clientele who are in need of a little care. Thank you Dr. Lynn and team.


Karl was on the PCSK Board of Directors for nearly 2 years and served as a volunteer at the Soup Kitchen. He was a very humble guy who loved to serve his community. We will all miss him. RIP Karl.



Director's Report
February 17, 2025
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Meals Served:
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February 2025 = 6166
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February 2024 = 4468
Grant Update:
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Per City Council President, the County will be sending out CSAC 2025 grant for $40,000
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Applications in process:
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United Way - notified approved for second round due April 2, 2025 ($40,000)​
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United Way El Pomar ($10,000)
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Southern Colorado Community Foundation - submitted application on 3-1-25 ($5,000)
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EFSP - CANCELLED due to Federal Govt. cuts
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Repairs:
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Replaced two water pipes under kitchen sink
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Parking lot cracks filled in with asphalt and tar
Donations:
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Received several calls from donors who are unable to continue donating due to concerns about economy.
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Christmas Letter total donations still pending. Final report should be coming sometime in March.
AGENCY BUSINESS:
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New rules with CARE AND SHARE; implemented temp checks, outside agencies decided to no longer pick up what we could offer. I have requested meeting with Care and Share to discuss. Infrared temperature instruments purchased 3
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Walk a thon changes: Committee met/will report
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Job Descriptions in progress/some changes still being determined
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March 19,2025: Chuck has invited priests to come for lunch (these churches have been providing hats, gloves, shoes, etc…)
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PCHC: Physician will be on sight at PCSK twice monthly
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Housing applications for CES (VSPDAT) will be twice monthly
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McConnell Family: weekly clothing and hygiene distribution
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Rehire: 2 workers
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Senior Employment Resource: 1 worker
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Knights of Columbus: Monthly green chili ($200 donation)
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Knight of Columbus: Lent weekly fish fry bread and dessertsJoined Latino Chamber. Pending membership Downtown Assoc.



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