Bent County Neighbors

Las Animas Helping Hands, A Non-profit...

When times get tight, our volunteer-driven network provides immediate aid, from food to heating, ensuring no one faces hardship alone.

Community Food Security

Grocery & Food Assistance

LasAnimasHelpingHands connects neighbors with essential food resources, offering consistent support with zero judgment.

Weekly Food Pantry

Monthly Commodities

Emergency Food Aid

Access fresh groceries and pantry staples every week to keep your family nourished and stable.

Scheduled distributions provide additional food support based on current eligibility and program guidelines.

Immediate assistance for urgent food needs, ensuring no one goes hungry in a crisis.

Our Foundation

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

LasAnimasHelpingHands is a faith-based, volunteer-driven nonprofit. We provide immediate practical aid with dignity, fostering community resilience and self-sufficiency.

Our work is centered on compassion, dignity, service, and helping individuals move toward greater stability, powered by caring community members.

Pathways to Stability

Comprehensive Emergency Relief

Utility Assistance

Support for essential household energy needs, including electricity, propane, gas, and wood to keep homes warm.

Prescription Support

Assistance with certain non-controlled prescription medications, subject to program requirements and available resources.

Housing & Transit

Case-by-case consideration for rent, housing, and limited gasoline support to maintain stability and mobility.

Budgeting Guidance

Connect with resources for financial education and budgeting, helping build long-term self-sufficiency.

Keeping Homes Warm

Essential Utility Support

Propane & Gas

Support for heating fuel costs, including propane and natural gas bills.

Firewood

Aid for acquiring firewood to keep homes heated during colder months.

Electricity

Assistance with electric bills to ensure continuous power for your home.