Finding Hope During the SNAP Pause: Bernice’s Story  When Bernice walked into Community Food Share for the first time, she wasn’t sure what to expect. The 25-year-old CU Boulder graduate had recently learned that her SNAP benefits were paused due to the government shutdown, leaving her unsure how she would afford groceries that month. “I’m ...

SNAP Benefits Make a Difference for Crystal’s Household  When Crystal shops at Community Food Share, she’s thinking of everyone waiting at home — her daughter, granddaughter, and the rest of their family of ten, five adults and five children, all doing their best to get by under one roof. She first came to Community Food ...

‘I Rely on Food Stamps to Feed My Family’ — Shannon’s Story  Shannon, a single mom from Longmont, has always done her best to provide for her three kids. Like many parents, she’s careful about stretching every dollar, but when she learned that her SNAP (food stamp) benefits would end on November 1 due to ...

Join Us in Celebrating DAF Day – October 9!  Mark your calendar for DAF Day—a nationwide celebration of generosity, community, and the joy of giving! On Thursday, October 9th, donors everywhere are coming together to make a difference, and you can be part of this exciting day of impact. Whether you’re a long-time DAF donor ...

Tomatoes, Zucchini, and a Whole Lot of Heart  Russell Meigs’ path to becoming one of Community Food Share’s most dedicated donors is as colorful and fruitful as his garden. After moving back to Lafayette in 2018, Russell transformed what was once a horse pasture into a lush, productive garden, complete with chickens, bees, and an ...

How One Neighbor is Changing Lives Every Month: Meet Sarah  At 65, Sarah is finding new ways to stay active, on her bike, hiking local trails, and giving back to her community. A Minnesota native, she moved to Boulder County after reconnecting with her high school sweetheart. “I’m a transplant,” she says, “but I’ve really ...

Volunteering with Heart: How Don Makes an Impact  Don and his wife Stephanie have lived in Louisville for over four decades. It’s where they built their home in 1987, raised their daughter Sarah, and built a life filled with roots that run deep in Boulder County. “We’ve been here a long time,” Don says with ...

Every year, Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap report gives us a clearer look at hunger across the country. The latest edition, just released, is based on 2023 data and confirms what we already know at Community Food Share: hunger is real, and it’s close to home. We see it every day. Hunger doesn’t always ...

Leading With Heart: Honoring My Brother’s Legacy Through Service  Memorial Day isn’t just a long weekend. For me—and for so many others—it’s personal. It’s a day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice and laid down their lives for something bigger than themselves. My brother, Marine Corporal Riley Baker, was killed in action on ...

Caitlin Hawksley's Blooming Impact on Food Insecurity  Caitlin Hawksley’s garden is more than just a place for flowers to grow—it’s a symbol of resilience, generosity, and community spirit. In her first summer back at her home after losing it in the devastating Marshall Fire, Caitlin found herself surrounded by an unexpected abundance of blooms. "I ...