Vision:
to serve people with the goal of self-reliance.
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For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger, and you invited me into your home. I was naked, and you gave me clothing. I was sick, and you cared for me. I was in prison, and you visited me.’
Matthew 25:35 - 36
(NIV)
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FAQ About Community of Faith United (COFU)
COFU in General
Q: What is COFU?
- A: COFU is a 501(C) 3, non-profit, charitable organization.
All donations are tax deductible.
We believe in the authority of Scripture and the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
- We assist people with the goal of self-reliance in four ways.
- - Professional Development
- - Mentoring
- - Food and Clothing
- - Health and nutrition
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Q: How is COFU funded?
- A: Cofu is funded primarily by donations from churches and individuals. We seek grant funding from local municipalities and foundations. We will have a thrift store in the near future that will provide funding for building and program development.
Q: How are the funds donated used by COFU?
- A: They are used for day to day expenses and purchasing food to supply the food pantry with goods that we do not have donated. Future thrift store revenue will go toward purchasing a new facility to house our Family Success Advancement Center and developing the Life + program.
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JAMLAC
A free service to those who are in need of legal assistance by appointment only.
To make an appointment, click Here.
For more information about JAMLAC, click on the logo below
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Q: Who are the people who come to COFU?
- A: There are people from Thornton, Northglenn, Federal Heights, Westminster, Broomfield and Unincorporated Adams County. Westminster residents living in Jefferson County are also eligible for assistance. We provide assistance based on the government food stamp income guidelines. 51% of our clients live on less than $12,000 per year.
Q: What programs and services are provided by COFU?
- A: Life + mentoring, Adopt a School Outreach: Cold Weather Care, Adams County Youth Initiative.
Q: What days and hours is COFU open?
- A: COFU is open Monday - Thursday from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
For more information on our hours click HERE.
For a list of the holidays which COFU is closed, click HERE.
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Family Success in Adams County
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Q: How can I help COFU in its outreach to those in need?
- A: Volunteering, Food/clothing donations, Financial assistance and prayer for our outreach to the community.
Q: What do volunteers do at COFU?
- A: There are a lot of types of work that need to be done at COFU. Food pantry, clothing bank, resource assistance, computer lab and drivers to make pick ups at Food bank of the Rockies, Safeway and FoodWorks.
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Questions from Clients
Q: What do I need to bring with me when I come to COFU?
- A: We ask that you bring a valid ID, a referral and if you live in the City of Thornton, the required documents for the Thornton Water Assistance Program.
Q: Where can I get a referral?
- A: There are several civil and ministry partners who provide a referral for COFU clients. For a list of our Ministry Partners, please click here. For a list of other agencies that provide a referral, please click here.
Q: Does COFU stock any pet supplies or pet food?
- A: No, the reason is that there is not enough demand for any pet supplies or food. By keeping the food on hand, we attract rodents to come in the building.
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