December holiday toy and food drive Project Shepherd's holiday program for low-income Lakewood residents helps provide the fixings for a holiday meal and toys for children through the Teddy Bear Tree and virtual canned food and toy drive.
Summer backpack drive helps get kids back to school Each summer, Project Shepherd collects new backpacks and school supplies to distribute to low-income families with school-age children in Lakewood registered in the program.
Emergency food and utility bill support Project Shepherd's year-round emergency food pantry is precious to the people it serves every week of the year. The resource benefits hundreds of Lakewood families in crisis annually.
Scholarships for recreation programs Scholarships are available for residents with low income who would like to participate in recreation programs with the City of Lakewood.
Get help from Project Shepherd Lakewood residents in need, including families and seniors, have been served with emergency food, utility bill assistance, holiday food and gifts and other specialty requests. Here's how to apply for help.
Volunteer or donate to Project Shepherd Be a Project Shepherd volunteer, or donate canned goods, backpacks or toys to our annual campaigns. Financial support is always welcome. Here's how you can get involved.