What Does Food Insecurity Look Like?
Every face tells a story. There are many stigmas about food insecurity and why it occurs. The reality is that those facing food insecurity are people we know and care about. It affects people from all walks of life—our friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues. One unexpected life event can put anyone’s financial security at risk.
Sharing Community Kindness
Food insecurity happens behind closed doors making it difficult to picture and easy to overlook just how prevalent it is.
Understanding Food Insecurity in Our Community
Behind each image below, you will find key statistics and insights into how food insecurity impacts families, children and older adults in our community, and how Community Food Share is working tirelessly to address these challenges.
Families
Children
Mobility and health concerns become prevalent for many of our older adult neighbors. In Boulder and Broomfield counties, food insecurity affects about 7.3% of older adults, or approximately 2,700 individuals.
Older Adults
How we can turn every $1 donated into $6 worth of groceries
By leveraging local and national food donor relationships, engaging a volunteer corps of 1,300 people, and collaborating with a strong network of community partners, we’re able to stretch every $1 donated into $6 worth of groceries for our neighbors facing food insecurity.
Stories from Our Community
Discover the power of personal narratives as Community Food Share recipients tell their stories. These firsthand accounts offer a window into the lives touched by our services, highlighting the real-world impact of food assistance on individuals and families in our community.
Volunteering Sparks Joy
Ximena invites others to look past the stigmas and shares her welcoming experience. Her story illustrates Community Food Share's joyful spirit emphasizing the love and happiness that fill the pantry and brings hope, health, and happiness to those in need.
Nourishment Beyond Food
Peggy, a retired educator who faced unexpected disability retirement, found a lifeline in Community Food Share. With a health condition requiring specific food items, she’s able to find the items she needs to eat a balanced diet. More importantly, Peggy experiences a welcoming and dignified environment that makes her feel valued and supported.
The Faces of Nourishment
Thanks to the support of our tremendous community, we’re able to see the faces of nourishment each and every day at our onsite and offsite food distribution programs!
