Financial and housing help Weld RE4 - Stepping Stones of Windsor

Providing financial help in the Weld RE-4 school district to prevent homelessness

At Stepping Stones of Windsor, we believe everyone is entitled to decent, stable and affordable housing.

We provide financial help in the Weld RE-4 school district (Severance, Windsor & West Greeley) to prevent homelessness by providing financial assistance, information about available resources and referrals in times of need. We work directly with a client’s landlord or utility company after an eviction or utility shutoff notice is received.

Our resources are very limited, so we rely on grants and generous community support. Every administrative expense is paid by our volunteer board members so all funds can go to help clients directly. Stepping Stones of Windsor is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization founded in 2003.

Our clients are our Weld RE-4 neighbors

Stepping Stones recipients attend our churches. Their children attend our schools. We see them on Main Street, at the park, at the grocery store. They range from young adults to senior citizens. We help large families, single parents, and adults without children. Many of our clients have a college education or are attending school. Some of our clients have moved to Windsor from other areas. However, many were raised right here and are working hard to remain in our beloved community.

Sincere Appreciation

I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for the invaluable assistance your company provides to those in need during challenging times in life. As you may recall, I was unfortunately laid off from my job in March of 2024, which put me in a precarious financial situation, particularly in meeting my monthly rent obligations. However, thanks to your rent assistance program, I was able to navigate through this difficult period with much-needed relief and peace of mind. The support and understanding I received from your team were truly remarkable. Not only did you provide financial aid, but you also demonstrated empathy and genuine concern for my well-being. Your swift response and professionalism were deeply reassuring during what was otherwise a stressful time. Thanks to your assistance, I was able to stay afloat while I focused on finding new employment opportunities and getting back on my feet. Your contribution made a significant difference in my life, and I am incredibly grateful for your generosity and support. It's heartening to know that there are companies like yours that prioritize the well-being of their community members, especially during times of hardship. Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness, compassion, and assistance. I am forever grateful for your support and will always hold your company in high regard.

From J.A. (June 2024)

Stepping Stones of Windsor by the numbers for 2023

In 2023, we spent $106,045 helping 404 Weld RE-4 residents within 144 households remain safely in their homes. The majority of this was spent on rent payments of $77,766, while $27,363 was spent on utilities. There are several state programs which help residents with their heat, water and electricity payments (LEAP and EOC) so we refer our residents to them first. We paid out an average of $8837 each month in 2023.

Our 9-member all-volunteer board spent over 1600 hours interviewing every client, confirming their payment needs, and keeping Stepping Stones of Windsor running. We have no paid staff and over 99.9% of our administrative costs were paid for by our board members.

Stepping Stones in the News

November 2024 Soup Luncheon Charity Fundraiser

Sunday, November 10th @ 12-2pm @ Cornerstone Baptist Church
Cost: Free-Will Donation. Come learn how Stepping Stones of Windsor helps people in the Weld RE-4 school district remain in their homes and how you can participate.

Ridgehill Tavern – Purple Reign Cocktail

Our drink is called the Purple Reign and we will receive a donation from every Purple Reign ordered and diners will have the option of rounding up their final bill for an additional donation.

Windermere Foundation Tailgate Party

This is a fun event and one of several Windermere Foundation does for us (and Neighbor to Neighbor). Please join us!

May 2022 - The Stepping Stones of Windsor board is honored to receive a $2500 grant from the Windsor Community Foundation, a fund of the Weld Community Foundation. The money will be used immediately to help several RE-4 families facing an eviction or utility shut-off due to a short-term financial crisis. SSW has seen a significant increase in the number of RE-4 residents needing assistance.

Thank you to the Weld Community Foundation for their generous gift of a new Windows 10 laptop and Quicken software! (Jan. 2020)

Thank you for donating soup for our May 2022 Luncheon

Experiencing homelessness is traumatic, for individuals, families, and the community. Northern Colorado is committed to making homelessness rare, short-lived, and non-reoccurring so that all of our neighbors have the opportunity to thrive.