Emergency Shelter
Where you can realistically sleep tonight in Boulder, Longmont, Denver and nearby.
- Overnight shelters & warming centers
- Seasonal / weather-triggered beds
- Check-in times, curfews & rules (plain language)
Fast, real-world help for people without housing in Boulder.
No fluff, no judgment. Just the shelters, meals, showers, jobs and tips that actually help you survive Boulder and nearby towns.
Built from lived experience & constant fact-checking. This is not a government site.
Food & Community Meals
Regular meals, food pantries and community tables that actually show up.
- Drop-in meals with no ID or paperwork
- Food pantries & grocery-style support
- Spotlight: Food Not Bombs in Boulder & Denver
Showers, Laundry & Gear
Where to get clean, swap clothing and grab basics that keep you alive in Colorado weather.
- Free & low-cost showers
- Laundry programs & vouchers
- Cold-weather gear, socks & packs
Why I highlight Food Not Bombs
Out of everything I have seen on the streets, Food Not Bombs is one of the most real, heart-forward resources I have ever encouraged people to use.
They are not a traditional nonprofit. They don't chase grants. They don't have a fundraising team. They show up with food because they believe people deserve to eat, no conditions attached.
Read the full story →Jobs, Gigs & Income Ideas
Realistic ways to make money while homeless in Boulder & Denver, from daily pay gigs to side hustles.
Explore income options →Harm Reduction & Safety
Keeping people alive matters more than pretending nobody uses. Clean supplies, naloxone and safer-use info.
Harm reduction resources →Housing, Benefits & Paperwork
Where to start with housing programs, IDs, Medicaid, SNAP and more without losing your mind.
Housing & benefits help →