Effects of a Government Shutdown on Our Communities

The current government shutdown affects tens of thousands of federal workers, active-duty military members, and federal contract employees in Colorado. Without their regular paychecks, many may struggle to cover food and other essential household expenses. As the shutdown continues, federal programs could also face disruptions, further stressing the resources of local food banks and ...

2023-09-29T17:17:20-06:00September 29, 2023|Uncategorized|

Hunger Doesn’t Take a Break

The Effects of Summer Hunger Food insecurity is particularly difficult for children. Hunger and inadequate nutrition can cause cognitive and physical impairments during critical development that lasts a lifetime. School lunches play a vital role, and during the summer months, those regular meals are unavailable. Many times, children receive their healthiest meals at school, helping ...

2023-07-26T13:29:52-06:00July 26, 2023|Uncategorized|

Annie’s Impact: A Volunteer Story

It’s hard to imagine having to make the choice between buying groceries or buying medicine. For many older adults living in our community that is a choice they must make regularly. Luckily, we have a supportive community who allow us to fight back on this notion and provide support to those in need. Thanks to ...

2023-05-17T13:40:05-06:00May 10, 2023|Uncategorized|

SNAP Emergency Allotments Set to Expire March 1st

The “Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program”, otherwise known as SNAP, is a federally funded program designed to help low-income individuals and families purchase the food they need through monthly financial aid provided in the form of an electronic benefits transfer (EBT). The program helps individuals and families across the country keep food on the table and ...

2023-03-06T08:24:03-07:00February 20, 2023|Uncategorized|

6 Ways To Give Back This Holiday Season

During the holiday season, we’re inspired to give back. Here are six easy ways to help our neighbors facing hunger, that aren’t complicated or time-consuming. For every $1 donated, we can provide $5 worth of groceries through our pantries! Your gift to Community Food Share provides fresh, nutritious food to families, seniors, and individuals ...

2023-01-31T13:26:20-07:00November 14, 2022|Uncategorized|