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At Crossfire Ministries, every day tells a story worth sharing—of compassion, community, and faith in action. From major announcements and local partnerships to volunteer spotlights and heartfelt guest experiences, this is where we celebrate what happens when people come together to care for one another.
10 Ways to Thrift Holiday Gifts on a Budget
Holiday giving doesn’t have to strain a family’s budget. Thoughtful gifts can be curated through secondhand shopping, offering meaningful alternatives that honor both generosity and sustainability. At Crossfire Thrift, we see how intentional thrifting creates personalized gifts while also strengthening our mission to provide food, clothing, and care for families in tight places. These ten ideas offer practical ways to rethink holiday giving through purpose-driven thrift.
Crossfire Ministries serves 2,500 Families in 2025 Thanksgiving Food Box Program
Crossfire Ministries distributed Thanksgiving Food Boxes to 2,500 families in 2025—driven by rising food insecurity and the SNAP delay. Learn how to support this vital community effort.
A Letter from 2536
In a deeply moving letter signed only as 2536, a mother shares the story of how her family survives — and even thrives — without any form of government assistance, thanks to the weekly support of Crossfire Ministries. With six mouths to feed and a limited income, she describes how access to Crossfire’s pantry, meals, and volunteer kindness allows her to pay utility bills, keep her home intact, and ensure her children never go hungry. Her testimony is a powerful reminder of the tangible difference your support makes in the lives of real families. This is more than a story of food — it’s a story of dignity, resilience, and grace.
Help Fill the Gap:
When federal food assistance falls short, local generosity fills the shelves. Crossfire Ministries is calling on individuals, churches, businesses, and neighborhood groups to step in and sponsor food purchases by the pallet. Every contribution—large or small—helps feed the 1,500 families we serve each week with essential groceries like canned goods, cereal, and fresh produce. With bulk buying power and your support, we can stretch every dollar and ensure no family in El Paso County faces an empty pantry. Let’s fill every shelf—and every heart—with hope.
SNAP Benefits Pause November 1
With SNAP benefits delayed statewide, Crossfire Ministries is calling for a unified community effort to keep El Paso County families fed. As the region’s most frequently referred food pantry, Crossfire is partnering with Care and Share, Food Bank of the Rockies, and local churches to provide groceries, hygiene items, and hope through the holiday season.
Crossfire Ministries encourages Community Food Response Amid SNAP Benefit Delay
Crossfire Ministries is calling for a coordinated community food response in Colorado Springs after federal delays halted November SNAP benefits. With more than 75,000 El Paso County residents affected, the nonprofit is partnering with local churches, food banks, and businesses to keep shelves stocked and families fed. Community members are encouraged to donate food, give financially, and pray for those in need.