Community Corner

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Below you'll find help resources in Fruita and throughout the Grand Valley. These links will take you outside of the City of Fruita's website, and will open in a new window. The City of Fruita cannot vouch for the content on these external websites, but if you notice something that doesn't belong here, or if you find a broken link, please let us know, and we'll try to address the problem as soon as possible. You can contact us to notify us if you notice anything that needs to be addressed. 

Community Resources

  • Local Food Pantry - Five Loaves & Two Fishes Food Pantry, Monument View Bible Church (1173 17 1/2 Road), contact 5loaves2fishes@mvbcfruita.org. The pantry is open the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9 am -11 am and is open to everyone.
  • Western Colorado 211 - 211 is the National abbreviated dialing code for FREE access to health and human services information and referral. Connect to an Information & Referral Specialist by pressing three simple digits 211 on your phone. 211 connects you to the services available in Mesa County such as food, financial assistance, home health services, transportation, medical and dental services.
  • Grand Valley Connects - Grand Valley Connects offers a centralized system to access and navigate potential services and resources, including mental health. Meet one on one with a specialist who can walk you through the entire process.
  • Mesa County Community Resources List - Mesa County Libraries has an extensive list of community services available online.
  • Volunteer Opportunities - Find volunteer opportunities in Mesa County. Volunteer United is a centralized location for volunteers opportunities in Mesa County.

Community Services

  • Lower Vally Fire District - Both volunteer and paid positions make up the district and provide fire protection and emergency medical services to Fruita and surrounding areas. Their main fire station is located in Fruita at 168 North Mesa Street. 
  • Family Health West Hospital - Family Health West is located right here in Fruita, CO. They have a hospital located at 300 West Ottley Avenue and primary care located at 401 Kokopellie Drive Unit 1. Family Health West ia a non-profit healthcare organization.
  • Fruita Branch of Motor Vehicles - Mesa County operates a satellite DMV in the Fruita Civic Center. They are open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 
  • New Elmwood Cemetery - Located at 1175 17 1/4 Road, the New Elmwood Cemetery has been serving the Fruita community for over 50 years.
  • Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce - The Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and the Fruita community through providing educational and network opportunities for member, community events, and more.
  • Mesa County - Fruita, CO resides in the county of Mesa. Learn about the variety of resources and services Mesa County offers. 
  • City of Grand Junction - The City of Grand Junction is located just east of Fruita, CO.

Utilities in Fruita

  • City of Fruita Utilities - The City of Fruita provides sewer, trash, and recycling services to most city residents. Irrigation services are provided by the City of Fruita in certain areas of the city. 
  • Xcel Energy - Find information about your electricity, pay bills, and more.
  • Ute Water - Ute Water provides water to many households in Fruita and throughout the Grand Valley. 
  • Charter Spectrum - Set up and manage internet and cable services. 
  • Clearnetworx/Deeply Digital Fiber Internet - Their crews have been laying fiber internet cables throughout Fruita. Residents can learn more about their services at clearnetworx.com/fruita. 

Energy Saving Resources

Schools in Fruita

Transportation in Fruita

Housing Resources

  • Housing Resources Downpayment Assistance Program. A State-funded Purchase Assistance Loan program. This program is available throughout Mesa County including Fruita, and can provide up to $24,000 in Down Payment Assistance loan to households at or below 120% AMI (Area Medium Income).

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