Boulder homeless youth shelter
The Source Overnight Shelter is a 16-bed shelter that provides a safe, welcoming environment for all individuals between the ages of 12-21, with the goal of moving young people from unstable situations to stable, long-term housing and/or family reunification.
Young people staying at The Source Overnight Shelter receive supportive services that focus on goals related to employment and education, mental and physical well-being, life-skills development, and long-term housing to help them exit homelessness for good.
SERVICES PROVIDED at the source OVERNIGHT SHELTER
The Source Overnight Shelter is open to young people, ages 12-21.
Location:
3080 Broadway
Boulder, CO 80304
Hours & Contact:
Every night opens at 5:00 PM
Call (No Text): (303) 447-1207
Email: [email protected]
At the Source You Will Find:
- A safe place to sleep
- Professional support
- Family support
- Education & employment help
- Transportation assistance
- Housing navigation
- Mental health support
- Access to medical care
- Equine therapy & additional therapeutic services
- Life-skills support
- Activities, support groups, & more
Boulder Homeless Youth Shelter
Welcome to the source
Take a look inside The Source, meet some of TGTHR staff, and learn more about our programs, values, and philosophical approaches at TGTHR through this virtual tour.
FIND THE SOURCE youth overnight shelter
At The source OVERNIGHT SHELTER

youth have seeked shelter since 2011

young people access case management support each year

move on to
independent housing

breakfasts & dinners are served each year
TGTHR's Other Youth PROGRAMS

Drop-In Resource Center
The Source Drop-In Resource Center is located in Boulder, CO, and is open every day from 12:30-5:00 PM for anyone between the ages of 12-24.

Residential Program
Chase House provides a safe group home environment for youth between ages 12-18 who have been placed by the state due to family disruption.

Supportive Housing
1440 Pine in Boulder & the Nest56 in Denver are affordable housing complexes for 18-24-year-olds with a history of homelessness and who will benefit from the supportive services.
Hear from TGTHR youth
Frequently asked questions
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volunteering at The source overnight shelter
Overnight Shelter Volunteer Duties
- Provide support to staff such as help with meals, light cleaning or organizing.
- Build rapport and healthy boundaries with clients.
- Demonstrate positive role model skills.
- Assist with homework and tutoring.
- Participate in activities with youth (board games, art, basketball, guitar, rec center, hikes, etc.).
Overnight Shelter Volunteer Requirements
- Must be 21 years old.
- Must pass an interview, background check, and fingerprinting process. ($40)
- Attend a volunteer orientation and training on boundaries, trauma-informed care, and more.
- Must commit to a weekly shift.
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