Friendly Harbor Community Center

Mission: Friendly Harbor Community Center improves quality of life, develops relationships, and provides and unique model of support through our Peer Specialists, for those living with mental health or substance use issues.



Vision: Program participants and staff are living and managing the highest quality of life of which they are capable.

History is Important

This February we are taking a moment to recognize how Black History has impacted the Friendly Harbor. We want to acknowledge the strength and perseverance of the Black community in Pueblo by sharing a little bit of our building's history.

Constructed between 1889 and 1904, the two houses were purchased in 1914 to serve as the Lincoln Home. Lincoln Home moved into the building in 1914 from its original place on First Street. Men and boys slept upstairs at 2713 N Grand Ave. and women and girls slept upstairs at 2715 N Grand Ave. In operation until 1963, when segregation ended in Colorado, Pueblo’s entire Black community took an interest in the property’s management. It served as the only known orphanage of its type in Colorado, and the sixteen Federated Colored Women’s Clubs throughout the state supported its operation. It was listed in the Register of Historic Properties in 1997. Restored in 1999, as the Martin Luther King Jr Cultural Center, it was overseen by Ruth Steele, Ray Brown, and members of the Pueblo Martin Luther King Jr Holiday Commission. For many years, community members, school children, and those interested in history frequented the center to learn about this rich cultural site.

The Friendly Harbor purchased the building in 2016. We continue to act as stewards of the Martin Luther King Jr. and Emmett Till statue and are happy to support Martin Luther King Jr. events on the property. We welcome anyone who would like to visit the house and statue!

Spring is creeping in showing us warmth one day and frigid temps the next! These days remind us that the sun is returning and warm weather is on the way. The Harbor continues to be a comfortable and safe place to be, to connect, and to learn skills. Consider helping support our mission with a monetary donation by following the link button below.

At the Harbor

Meet Our Team!

Stacey Carter (he/him) - Originally from Denver, Stacey moved to Pueblo over 30 years ago. He has been doing Peer work since 2013. He enjoys Pueblo’s small-town feel and likes where he’s living. Stacey feels there’s a great sense of community in the city of Pueblo. Outside of his work with Peer Participants, he likes going to football, baseball, and basketball games. Stacey has been sober from substances for over 14 years and accredits his belief in his Higher Power to his recovery journey. Stacey says the best part about working with Participants is working one-on-one with someone on their wellness goals and giving positive feedback.

Group of the Month

Join us for Walking Group as the weather gets warmer. Physical activity

is proven to support brain function and improve mental health!

Thursdays at 2:00 pm

If you would like a printable version of the monthly calendar of groups to share, find it under the Google Calendar that updates in real time on the webpage below.

In The Community

SAVE THE DATE! We are partnering with El Pueblo History Museum to bring the 2025 Mental Wellness Block Party to life Saturday, May 10th 2025

Friends,

The sun is out today! Take advantage ... help your body make a little extra Vitamin D. It can help regulate your mood by boosting serotonin production, which in turn can promote feelings of well-being and reduce the risk of depression. If that isn't enough, come see us. We can help.

Best,

Michelle Hill

Executive Director

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