Gov. Polis Partners with Community-Based Organizations, Hosts Clinics as Part of Vaccines for All Plan

DENVER - As part of Governor Polis’ Vaccines for All efforts, the State of Colorado is allocating vaccines to community-based organizations. All of these clinics focus on vaccinating underserved Coloradans and span a variety of diverse communities. 

“The best way to power Colorado’s comeback is to continue our robust efforts to vaccinate all Coloradans who want it. Because of our community partners, we’re able to meet Coloradans in diverse communities across our state to provide the safe, free and live-saving vaccine that is our ticket back to a thriving economy and the Colorado we know and love,” said Governor Jared Polis. 

We encourage everyone interested in an appointment to check availability with each organization and schedule an appointment in advance. 

SATURDAY, MAY 8

Fatherhood Support Services

“I am impressed by the innovation and creativity our Governor and his team have put into ensuring people have access to covid vaccinations. Community engagement and partnership is what I see taking place with Governor Polis' Office and Fatherhood Support Services. Teamwork makes the dream work,” said Ray Washington, Executive Director.

Greater Ignacio Community COVID Vaccination POD

“The Greater Ignacio COVID vaccination clinics are truly a grassroots effort which with the help from CDPHE and San Juan Basin Public Health Department have resulted in over 2500 shots in the arms of community members through the Vaccine Equity Program.  The Town of Ignacio, the Ignacio School District and the Los Pinos Fire Department have together with 50-60 volunteers executed seven clinics providing vaccinations to community members who don't have easy access to vaccination clinics in neighboring towns.  This effort has required a lot of volunteer time and energy and the response and feedback from recipients has been positive, meaningful and with a lot of gratitude to the program and volunteers. One recipient replied in a thank you card to a volunteer and said, "You are one of the angels who walk among us," said Mark Garcia, Interim Town Manager.

Link to photos by Greater Ignacio Community COVID Vaccination POD

Kingdom Connection Christian Center

“Kingdom Connection Christian Center is excited to offer the Pfizer Vaccine Clinic on May 8th, 2021 as an avenue to address barriers to economic empowerment. The clinic is open to ALL in the Denver Metro Area - walk- ins are welcome. We greatly appreciate and thank our volunteers, including the Colorado Department of Public Health for supplying the vaccine. Let us get our freedom back, come get vaccinated now!” said Alice Soremekun, Pharmacy Manager/KCCC 9Health Fair Site Coordinator.

Vuela for Health / San Miguel Arcangel

“The vaccination events provided by Vuela for Health and Centura are small and coordinated by bilingual Promotoras de Salud (Community Health Workers) and community volunteers. Our bilingual Promotoras take care of recruiting, education, registration, and support during the vaccination process. This creates an atmosphere that is caring, safe, and culturally welcoming for the Spanish-speaking community.”

“Los eventos de Vuela por Salud y Centura son pequeños, coordinados por Promotoras de Salud y voluntarios bilingües que ayudan desde el reclutamiento, educación, registro y apoyo durante el evento, lo que hace un ambiente cordial y seguro y culturalmente acogedor para la comunidad hispano-hablante,” said Diana Pineda, Executive Director and Founder of Vuela for Health.

SUNDAY, MAY 9

Bear Valley Library 

“COVID-19 has had such a profound impact, especially on those communities that are historically underserved. As an Anchor Institution, Denver Health is so proud to bring safe and effective vaccines to neighborhoods and locations that people trust, such as the Montbello Rec Center through our Mobile Health Clinic. We are proud to continue to partner with the City and County of Denver and the State of Colorado to ensure we can reach our neighbors, our families and the whole community,” said Mackenzie Holdershaw BSN, RN, Denver Health Mobile Health Department Nursing Program Manager.

MONDAY, MAY 10

Denver Red Shield Corps 

“The Salvation Army’s intent is to make it as easy as possible for those who wish to receive the vaccine to have access to it," Major Mike Dickinson, Divisional Commander for The Salvation Army said. "We realize some people have had trouble finding a place to go or do not know how to sign up, we hope that hosting these four pop up events will make it much easier for our neighbors."  Tori Jaworski, Public Relations Manager