Council of Community Services

10/13/2026

**there are no more peaches left, thank you!**

Will you be a peach and take some of these extra peaches off our hands?

We have two big pallets of peaches delivered today from the Food Bank that are on the backside of the food pantry. Please feel free to take some to snack on!

Located at the Council of Community Services Food Pantry at 114 S 4-J Rd.

10/13/2026

This month, Mikel's book club pick is Household Deformation: The Rise and Permanence of Modern Homelessness, by Michael D. Ullman.

Drawing on more than 25 years of experience in homeless services and low-income housing, Ullman examines how housing policies, changing household structures, and federal definitions have shaped modern homelessness. Through personal stories, statistics, and policy history, the book invites readers to reconsider common explanations for homelessness and the systems intended to address it.

There are no meetings and no pressure to participate. Simply read along at your own pace. If you pick up a copy, we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments or DMs! https://www.ccsgillette.org/post/october-book-pick-household-deformation

Learn more and order a copy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FFHDMWJZ

10/12/2026

Thank you, Mikel, for your support and for all the amazing work you and your team at Council of Community Services provide for Campbell County!

"The tax has allowed our community to maintain roads, bridges, sewer systems, etc that my family and organization use every day. When those are not maintained, it makes doing business much more difficult. The tax has also helped to fund operating expenses at the Council of Community Services that allows us to employ local people to help our neighbors in need."

https://www.ccpennypower.org/

10/12/2026

Thank you Thunder Basin Ford for supporting our organization during the global food drive!

During the month of September, Thunder Basin Ford was proud to participate in Ford’s Global Food Drive, joining dealerships around the world in the fight against hunger!

Thanks to the generosity and teamwork of our Thunder Basin Ford family and Gillette community, we were able to donate approximately 800 POUNDS OF FOOD to our local Council of Community Services!

We believe being part of a community means more than just doing business here. It means showing up, giving back, and helping our neighbors when they need it most.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped make this possible! We’re proud to be part of a community that takes care of its own.

Pictured is Brittany from Thunder Basin Ford and Mikel from the Council of Communty Services

10/09/2026

We’re honored to support the Council of Community Services and their efforts to provide food assistance in our community. Our team was proud to contribute toward the purchase of their food collection truck and celebrate this wonderful community resource.

10/09/2026

Stronger communities start with support. 💙 💛

WCDA was proud to join the Council of Community Services at their open house to celebrate the impact of the CDBG funding they were awarded last year.

From addressing homelessness and hunger to expanding access to supportive services, organizations like CCS are making a meaningful difference in Campbell County and beyond.

We’re proud to support community development and housing solutions that help Wyoming communities thrive! 🏡

10/08/2026

🦃 Help Us Give Back This Thanksgiving!🥫
Throughout the month of October, we'll be collecting Thanksgiving non-perishable food items to help stock the Council of Community Services Food Pantry for their November shoppers.

And as a little thank-you for helping our community, for every 3 non-perishable food items you donate, you'll receive $5 OFF your oil change!🙌

Every donation helps put food on the table for local families this Thanksgiving. Let's come together as a community and make a difference!

Bring 3 cans. Save $5. Give back.❤️

Thank you for helping us support our local community!

10/08/2026

Save the date! The 23rd Annual Empty Bowl will be held on Friday, April 30th, 2027, at the Cam-Plex Energy Hall.

The Empty Bowl has been a cherished tradition in Campbell County for the last two decades, and its success is inextricably linked to the incredible support we receive from our community. What started as a small but mighty dinner at the Soup Kitchen in 2004 has grown into the impactful event it is today.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or reserving your ticket, contact [email protected] today.

10/07/2026

Need help with winter heating costs?

General applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) are open from October 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027. LIEAP helps eligible Wyoming households cover a portion of their winter heating costs.

Applications are available online at mylieapwyo.org.

Have questions about LIEAP or the Weatherization Assistance Program? The Council of Community Services Weatherization team is happy to help you understand the available programs and application process.

10/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who voted for us and has supported us throughout the years! We’re lucky to have this community.

Congrats to Council of Community Services for being voted by readers as one of County 17's best non-profit organizations! 🏆

County 17's Best winners, if you haven't claimed your award yet, we will be hosting two more red carpet events on October 26th, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., and on October 27th, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The location is TBA and will be announced at county17.com/best