Marian House Soup Kitchen – FAQs

1. What does the Marian House Soup Kitchen do?

We provide hot meals seven days a week, every day of the year, to anyone who comes through our door at 14 W. Bijou St. We serve Monday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Sundays, 8:45 a.m. to 10 a.m.

2. Who provides these services?

The Marian House Soup Kitchen is a program of Catholic Charities of Central Colorado, a local non-profit agency which serves all people who come to us in a variety of ways that help answer their needs and improve their lives.

Catholic Charities of Central Colorado was founded in 1968 to provide compassionate, competent and professional services that strengthen and support individuals, families and communities based on the value and dignity of human life.

3. Who can eat at the soup kitchen?

Anyone who is hungry is welcome to share a meal at our table. We welcome struggling families, seniors on a fixed income, the working poor, veterans, people with disabilities, those who are homeless, and anyone who wants a good hot meal and some friendly conversation.

4. How often can I eat at the soup kitchen?

We don’t limit the number of times you can eat with us.

5. How long can I stay at the soup kitchen?

We serve meals Monday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Sundays, 8:45 a.m. to 10 a.m. A medical clinic provided by S.E.T. of Colorado Spring is available 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Monday – Friday.

6. Does the Marian House accept working appliances?

Yes.  Please call 719.229.9942 for information.

7. Does the Marian House give out uncooked groceries?

No.

8. Is the soup kitchen in need of volunteers?

Yes. Please call the Marian House volunteer coordinator at 719.866.6559 to schedule a time or go to the volunteer section on this web site.

9. Are children allowed to volunteer?

Yes. Teens 13 – 15 years of age need to be supervised by a parent;  children over 15 years of age can be supervised by Marian House staff or adult volunteers.