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Second Wind Fund of Metro Denver is dedicated to connecting youth at risk of suicide with life-saving mental health treatment by removing financial and social barriers to care. The organization provides up to 12 free therapy sessions with licensed mental health professionals for children and teens up to the age of 19 who are in need. In response to a significant increase in referrals, Second Wind Fund aims to broaden access to essential mental health services, ensuring that every youth can receive the support they need. The organization collaborates with schools and communities to facilitate access to quality counseling and foster a culture of hope and resilience among young people in Colorado. Generated from the website

Golden Backpack Program Inc, known as BGOLDN, is dedicated to alleviating food insecurity among students and families in Golden, Colorado, by providing sustainable access to fresh, healthy, and culturally appropriate food. The organization operates multiple programs, including a Fresh Food Pantry that serves over 400 families monthly and a Grocery Delivery service reaching more than 30 households each week. In addition to its pantry and delivery services, BGOLDN runs the Nourishing Success School Program, which has provided thousands of snacks and pounds of food to local schools, and the Fresh Food Access Program, which supports households with debit cards for purchasing locally produced food. Through its community-driven initiatives, BGOLDN aims to ensure that no family has to worry about where their next meal will come from. Generated from the website