PROJECTS

MUTUAL AID
WEEKLY DISTRO

Every Tuesday, in the heart of downtown Grand Junction, Colorado, mutual aid volunteers transform a couple thousand square feet of space into a farmers' market event, a "DISTRO" which includes the distribution of nutritious food in the form of a choice pantry with fresh produce, frozen meats, shelf-stable foods, and grocery rescue.

We maximize our impact through advocacy, resource navigation & care coordination via strong collaborations with service organizations who connect with community members onsite and focus on meaningful outreach & accessibility.

The Distro requires around 30 volunteers each week, so we are always looking for passionate individuals who want to get involved with the mutual aid community.

MAP DISTRO
On-Site Resources

EVERY TUESDAY

Free community choice food pantry
Hygiene essentials & period products
Sack lunches, hot beverages & hydration station
Resource navigation & advocacy
Haircuts and barber services
Dog & cat food/supplies – in partnership with CO Pet Pantry & Roice-Hurst Humane Society

DISTRO Rotating
Resources & Advocacy Partners

EVERY TUESDAY 10:30-12pm

United Way Mobile Outreach
Neighbor2Neighbor Outreach
HomewardBound of the Grand Valley Registered Nurse (RN)
Rocky Mountain Health Plans offers care coordination for folks with Medicaid/Medicare

1ST TUESDAY 10:30-12pm

Grand Valley Connects are community navigators that help with applications & support through the enrollment process of various programs.

2ND TUESDAY 10:30-12pm

Western Colorado Health Network for harm reduction.
Hilltop offers a variety of services incluing family navigation, DV services, brain injury support, and much more.

3RD TUESDAY 10:30-12:30pm

Grand Valley Connects are community navigators that help with applications & support through the enrollment process of various programs.
Mesa County Public Health with referrals to the public clinic which specializes in reproductive health, as well as programs supporting first-time moms, families with young children, and community members who need resources in a safe and confidential environment.

4TH TUESDAY 10:30-12pm

Center for Indepence (CFI) to assist and empower individuals with disabilities.

LAST TUEDSDAY OF THE MONTH 10:30-12:30pm

Western Region One Source provides supportive services for veterans.

SEASONAL

Tax credit outreach & education with Tice Accounting (starts in February/weekly through Tax Day).
Voter engagement & registration (starts in July/weekly).
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP applications open Nov 1st – April 30th).
Peace & Justice Center and DMV2Go will be at Distro quarterly to assist with identification.