The Matthews House Annual Report 2025
Impact Overview
Rooted in Hope.
Growing Together.
How The Matthews House supported youth and families across Northern Colorado in 2025.
In 2025, The Matthews House strengthened families, supported youth, and built pathways to stability across Northern Colorado. Through relationship-centered programs, regional collaboration, and community support, we walked alongside people during pivotal moments—and helped them take their next step forward.
total referrals
individuals Served
Volunteers
Mission & Vision
Mission
Empowering youth and families through connection, self-efficacy, and independence.
Vision
A community that is aware, belongs, and is self-sufficient.
How We Work
We are relationship-centered, prevention-focused, and guided by the belief that people are capable of growth when given the right support.
Who We Serve
Our Community
The Matthews House serves children, youth, and families across Larimer County and surrounding regions. Each person comes to us with a unique story—but all are seeking stability, connection, and opportunity.
youth & young adults served
families supported
Services across multiple counties
Children & Families
Strengthening Families, Building Stability
Our children and family programs focus on early intervention, stabilization, and long-term resilience. We support caregivers as they work toward safe housing, reliable childcare, education goals, and stronger support systems—often preventing deeper system involvement before it begins.
Program Snapshot
- Parent Café
- Family to Family
- Early Childhood Navigator
- SafeCare®
- Family Resource Navigation
Stories of impact
of Family to Family families ended the year with safe, stable housing
of ECN families had children enrolled and attending childcare or school consistently
Youth & Young Adults
Supporting Youth Through Transition
Young people face critical moments that can shape the rest of their lives. Our youth and young adult programs provide safe spaces, trusted relationships, and practical support as participants work toward education, employment, housing, and connection.
Program Snapshot
Youth took meaningful steps toward education, employment, and independent living pathways.
Trusted relationships and consistent case management created stability, allowing young people to regain footing and plan for the future.
The Landing
A Safe Place to Begin Again
The Landing is Northern Colorado’s first regional youth shelter, offering day services, overnight shelter, and trauma-informed case management for youth ages 15-20 located in Northern Colorado. Through consistent support, trusted relationships, and immediate access to basic needs, The Landing is helping young people move from crisis toward safety, stability, and opportunity.
Youth served in first year
Stories of impact
Community Support & Stewardship
Powered by People Who Care
We steward community resources carefully to maximize impact, prioritize prevention, and ensure long-term sustainability.
volunteers
Hours Served
Stories of impact
Financials
Our financial model prioritizes direct program investment while maintaining strong infrastructure and accountability.
2025 Donations
Campaign Donors
$399,668
+
Private Donors
$308,747
+
Corporate Donors
$39,060
+
In-Kind Donors
$266,781
+
Special Events
$190,876
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Total Contributions
$1,205,132
Donors & Partners
Your generosity fuels prevention, stability, and hope. Every contribution helps youth and families build safer, stronger futures.
Individual Donors
- David and Shannon Janzen
- David Leto
- David Rout
- Denise Mallal
- Duncan Browne
- Edith G Brown
- Farr Family Fund
- Firstbank Holding Company
- Fred Schrekinger
- Gerald Tennant
- Harry W. Ellis
- Harter Family Fund
- James and Brenda Pisula
- James Ray Bobo Memorial Giving Fund, in care of Janice Bobo
- Janice Oldemeyer
- Jean Hediger
- Jed Ellis
- Jeff and Carol Kauffman
- Jim Kelly
- Joe Rowan
- John and Linda Sachs
- John Cook
- John Hamre
- Judson Harper Legacy Fund
- Pete and Judy Rodriguez
- Karen Goble
- Karen Howat c. Trust
- Katherine Andersen
- Kathy and Ron Kechter
- Kevin and Krisann Corcoran
- Ki Johnson
- Lorelei Hagen
- Loretta Hogg
- Lori Feig-Sandoval
- Mike and Lori Giesey
- Lynda Hoffmann
- Lynn Runyan
- Marianne Flenniken
- Mark McFann
- Matthew Cook
- Michael Walz
- Misty Frank
- Richardson Foundation
- Nellis-Williams Fund of the Community Foundation
- Nicole and Zach Armstrong
- Noelle and Richard Hagan
- Paula Woodward
- Peggy Ingram
- Peter Cacka
- Peter Springberg
- Rachael Walsh
- Rick Alessi
Business Members
Business Partners
- AlphaGraphics
- ANB Bank
- Bad Daddy’s- Johnstown
- Baessler Homes
- BizWest
- Campbell Morrison Wealth Management
- Elevations Credit Union
- Madwire
- FirstBank
- FNBO
- Fort Collins Nursery
- FPFoco
- Houska Automotive
- HUB International
- J-U-B
- KRFC
- Marinda Simpson Insurance Agency
- Markley Motors Inc.
Community Partners
- EVICS
- Family Housing Network
- First Congregational Church United Church of Christ
- First Presbyterian Church
- Food Bank of Larimer County
- Foothills Gateway
- Gamma Chi
- Genesis Project of Fort Collins
- Healthy Harbors
- Homeward Alliance
- House of Neighborly Services
- Housing Catalyst
- Juvenile Probation
- Kid Stuff Counseling
- Poudre School District
- Project Self-Sufficiency
- River of Life Fellowship
- Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church
- SummitStone Health Partners
- The Family Center/La Familia
- The Loveland Kitchen
- The Murphy Center
- The Nappie Project
- Thompson School District
- Zion Lutheran Church
Grant Partners
- Larimer County- PSSF
- Larimer County- The Landing Youth Shelter
- Nutrien
- Bohemian Foundation
- Colorado Division of Housing
- Larimer County- CORE
- Colorado Housing Finance Authority
- OspreyTree Foundation
- Woodward, Inc
- TJX Foundation
- Administration for Children and Families
- Larimer County – Chafee
- Colorado Department of Human Services
- CARE Communities
- Volentine Family Foundation
- Pathways
Impact Overview
As we move into 2026, we remain committed to expanding access to stability, dignity, and opportunity. Together, we are building a community where people don’t just survive—but belong and thrive.
