SPIRIT OF AURORA

Community support services: these programs provide support for other areas of the city, the community, and the individuals that reside.aurora asian/pacific community partnership: the steering committee consists of leaders from the greater metropolitan community who have an interest in promoting the wellbeing, cultures, and businesses of aurora's diverse aanhpi communities. Aurora center for active adults: serves active 50+ adults with programs and services. Donations help fund classes in fitness, health, dance, computers, arts, crafts, and other hobbies. Additionally, day trips, hikes, social activities, events are also funded. Aurora fox arts center: the historic center is home to a professional equity theater company that hosts the area's top performing arts and shows. Donations support programming and capital improvements. Homelessness services: outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness is provided through acot and amrt. Proceeds go towards items such as socks, hygiene kits, nonperishable food, and coats. Give real change: the campaign aims to curb panhandling in aurora and supports those in need in a meaningful way that fosters long-term change toward self-sufficiency. Proceeds will support homelessness programs and help fund essential needs for those experiencing homelessness, such as bus tickets, food, water, and vital id documents. Aurora water cares: provides bill payment assistance to families and individuals struggling financially due to a personal crisis or emergency. Mlk jr. Commemoration: the city's annual commemoration brings together community members from all walks of life to celebrate and remember dr. King's legacy. Hoap: the homeowner ownership assistance program offers first-time homebuyers financial assistance to help offset down payment and closing costs. Morning star adult day program: offers meals, activities, and some health care services to adults over the age of 55 suffering from memory disorders and other health problems. Pros: this program provides an opportunity of celebration and remembrance with the commemorative bench and memorial tree plaques.aurora fire community awards ceremony: honors individual firefighters and crews for specific acts of professionalism, dedication, and courage.

Aurora police department support services: donations provide support to various units within the department that serve the community. Victim services: provides timely, effective crisis intervention, support, information, and resources to victims of crime within the city. Mobile food pantry: the community relations section hosts a wide range of mobile food events to benefit seniors, community members experiencing homelessness, school children, victims of crime, and immigrants and refugees in partnership with secorcares.