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News & Updates

  • The staff of Jeffco Prosperity Partners
    Case Study

    Meet Jessica Hansen & Jeffco Prosperity Partners

    June 27, 2025June 27, 2025

    “We’re a community, not a program.” While her title may be Executive Director of Jeffco Prosperity Partners (JPP), Jessica Hansen is also a Licensed Clinical Social […]

    Read More Meet Jessica Hansen & Jeffco Prosperity PartnersContinue

  • A 2-1-1 Colorado calltaker working at her desk
    Case Study

    2-1-1 Colorado: Using MyFriendBen Statewide

    June 27, 2025June 27, 2025

    2-1-1 Colorado is MyFriendBen’s flagship distribution partner, bringing fast, free and easy benefit eligibility screening to over 12,000 Colorado households annually. 2-1-1’s “Why” – Mission […]

    Read More 2-1-1 Colorado: Using MyFriendBen StatewideContinue

  • Benefits In Action benefit navigator and his client meet in the office
    Case Study

    Benefits In Action: A Partner From Day One

    June 27, 2025July 10, 2025

    BIA was the first partner to test MyFriendBen and have integrated the tool into their workflow Benefits In Action (BIA), which has offices or co-location […]

    Read More Benefits In Action: A Partner From Day OneContinue

  • Pueblo Colorado Riverwalk
    Announcements & Press Releases

    Lanzan una herramienta nueva y una alianza en el condado de Pueblo para ayudar a las familias a ahorrar hasta $1,500 al mes

    June 10, 2025June 27, 2025

    Through a new partnership between MyFriendBen, United Way of Pueblo County and the Pueblo County Department of Human Services, this powerful tool is now accessible to residents across Pueblo County.

    Read More Lanzan una herramienta nueva y una alianza en el condado de Pueblo para ayudar a las familias a ahorrar hasta $1,500 al mesContinue

  • downtown Pueblo Colorado
    Announcements & Press Releases

    New Tool & Partnership Helps Pueblo Families Save $1,500/Month

    June 10, 2025June 10, 2025

    Through a new partnership between MyFriendBen, United Way of Pueblo County and the Pueblo County Department of Human Services, this powerful tool is now accessible to residents across Pueblo County.

    Read More New Tool & Partnership Helps Pueblo Families Save $1,500/MonthContinue

  • bags with groceries
    Benefits Overview

    How to Apply for SNAP Benefits in Colorado (Step-by-Step Guide)

    May 28, 2025July 25, 2025

    If you’re struggling to afford groceries, you’re not alone—and help is available. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), previously known as food stamps, provides monthly […]

    Read More How to Apply for SNAP Benefits in Colorado (Step-by-Step Guide)Continue

  • light switch
    Benefits Overview

    Keeping the Lights On: Navigating Energy Outreach Colorado’s Bill Payment Assistance

    May 28, 2025July 25, 2025

    No one should have to choose between heating their home and putting food on the table. But for many Colorado households, rising energy costs can […]

    Read More Keeping the Lights On: Navigating Energy Outreach Colorado’s Bill Payment AssistanceContinue

  • woman looks down at her smartphone
    Benefits Overview

    Staying Connected: Understanding the Lifeline Program for Affordable Phone and Internet Services

    May 7, 2025July 18, 2025

    Staying in touch with family, work and important services shouldn’t break the bank. That’s where the federal Lifeline program comes in — a resource designed […]

    Read More Staying Connected: Understanding the Lifeline Program for Affordable Phone and Internet ServicesContinue

  • family plays in the park
    Announcements & Press Releases

    Accelerating Innovation in Benefits Access: MyFriendBen’s Vision and Commitment

    October 24, 2024October 24, 2024

    Since its inception, MyFriendBen has been built alongside our community as a public good for all, using shared open source infrastructure. Today, the MyFriendBen team […]

    Read More Accelerating Innovation in Benefits Access: MyFriendBen’s Vision and CommitmentContinue

  • Family of three smiles
    Announcements & Press Releases

    MyFriendBen receives $2.4M grant to expand access to public benefits

    October 24, 2024October 24, 2024

    Dear Friend- Since its launch last year, MyFriendBen has provided critical support to over 20,000 Coloradans, helping them navigate challenging circumstances. There’s the single dad […]

    Read More MyFriendBen receives $2.4M grant to expand access to public benefitsContinue

  • Implementing MyFriendBen in Jefferson County, Colo.
    Case Study

    Implementing MyFriendBen in Jefferson County, Colo.

    October 14, 2024January 3, 2025

    More than 500,000 people in Jefferson County, Colo. – the third largest county in the Denver Metro Area – rely on the Jefferson County Department […]

    Read More Implementing MyFriendBen in Jefferson County, Colo.Continue

  • Teacher and young kids in a preschool classroom
    In The News

    Eagle County’s Economic Services Department adds a new online tool: MyFriendBen

    October 8, 2024December 2, 2024

    By Scott Miller, Vail Daily There’s a lot of need in Eagle County, and only 24 people in the county’s Economic Services Department. That department […]

    Read More Eagle County’s Economic Services Department adds a new online tool: MyFriendBenContinue

  • Denver Mayor Mike Johnston speaks at a press conference about MyFriendBen and benefit access
    In The News

    Denver Mayor Shares New Way for Denverites to Easily Find and Access Benefits

    September 25, 2024December 2, 2024

    The City of and County of Denver and MyFriendBen announce a new partnership.

    Read More Denver Mayor Shares New Way for Denverites to Easily Find and Access BenefitsContinue

  • Elise Henson
    Announcements & Press Releases

    For Colorado families, getting by is getting tough

    April 2, 2024February 28, 2025

    April 2, 2024By Elise Henson This tax season, countless American parents will be waiting to receive their Child Tax Credit. They’ll use it to pay […]

    Read More For Colorado families, getting by is getting toughContinue

  • Podcast: MyFriendBen featured on Family Engagement Fridays from Early Learning Ventures
    In The News

    Podcast: MyFriendBen featured on Family Engagement Fridays from Early Learning Ventures

    March 15, 2024December 2, 2024

    June 6, 2024 In this conversation, Jennifer García Rosendo speaks to Elise Henson from MyFriendBen.   My Friend Ben is a FREE tool that will tell […]

    Read More Podcast: MyFriendBen featured on Family Engagement Fridays from Early Learning VenturesContinue

  • Preview of an interview on Mile High Living
    In The News

    MyFriendBen on Mile High Living

    January 22, 2024April 18, 2025

    Elise Henson, Executive Director of MyFriendBen, sat down with Mile High Living on Denver7 and talked about how people in Colorado can quickly use MyFriendBen […]

    Read More MyFriendBen on Mile High LivingContinue

  • Photo: The Colorado Sun
    In The News

    New online tool helps Coloradans quickly determine which public benefits they might be eligible for

    January 5, 2024December 2, 2024

    MyFriendBen works to increase access to basic necessities such as food and heat.

    Read More New online tool helps Coloradans quickly determine which public benefits they might be eligible forContinue

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