Reinforcing the Strength of Our Community
"No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another." Charles Dickens
Committed and Determined
Founded in Colorado Springs, the San Miguel Fund provides emergency assistance and educational support to individuals and families who are working hard yet struggling to keep up with the rising cost of living. As health care, housing, food, and transportation costs continue to climb, too many households in our community live one unexpected expense—a car repair, a medical bill, a rent increase—away from crisis.
For these neighbors, a temporary setback can quickly spiral into job loss, eviction, or the inability to provide basic needs for their families. At the same time, many capable and motivated individuals face barriers to higher education, limiting their opportunity for long-term economic stability. The San Miguel Fund steps in at these critical moments, filling the gaps when traditional systems fall short.
By supporting those in the Pikes Peak Region who are most vulnerable, the San Miguel Fund helps stabilize families, open doors to opportunity, and strengthen the fabric of our entire community—because when people have the support they need to get through today, we all thrive tomorrow.
Need
The cost of living has outpaced the income of many people in Colorado Springs
in the last decade. This has caused a severe strain on hard working families
who struggle to pay for groceries, housing and other life essentials.
$1,000
RECENT STUDIES SHOW THAT 40 – 50% OF AMERCIANS WOULD STRUGGLE TO PAY FOR A $1,000 EMERGENCY EXPENSE
$450,000
CURRENT AVERAGE COST OF A HOME IN COLORADO SPRINGS
Compared to $250,000 ten years ago.
$1,850
CURRENT AVERAGE RENT IN COLORADO SPRINGS
Compared to $1,050 ten years ago.
$1,350
CURRENT MONTHLY GROCERY PRICES FOR A FAMILY OF FOUR
Compared to $700 in 2016
The San Miguel Fund is held and administered by Pikes Peak Community Foundation.
