Food Bank of the Rockies Teams Up with Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Food Bank of the Rockies is teaming up with Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts on a new collaboration, offering culinary students a unique opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives while gaining valuable experience in the kitchen. As part of this innovative partnership, students will actively participate in volunteer work at Food Bank […]
Chef Dana Rodriguez Shares Her Story (and Tamales)
https://youtu.be/0chgri0iy5E?si=jYoh7SR6UFlODgNE We were honored to host Chef Dana Rodriguez of Work & Class, Super Mega Bien, Cantina Loca, and Casa Bonita recently to share her tamale-making skills and some of her story. Here, she joins Food Bank of the Rockies’ executive chef, Jon Knight, to make tamales for 1,500 kids experiencing food insecurity. Through our […]
Looking Ahead to 2024 with Optimism and Determination
Just like so many people do at the start of a new year, Food Bank of the Rockies is also using this time of renewal and excitement to outline some 2024 “resolutions,” if you will. Across our programs and departments, our staff is hard at work brainstorming ways to more efficiently and effectively support our […]
Holiday Meal Planning on a Budget
With prices soaring on all manner of Thanksgiving staples, the prospect of trying to feed a large group of guests without busting your budget can be incredibly daunting. What’s a financially conscious foodie to do? Get resourceful! If you’re unsure where to start, don’t worry: we’ve got you covered. Let’s roll up our sleeves and […]
Providing Neighbors Culturally Responsive Foods and Choice
Raising her three kids has always been Elizabeth’s top priority. With one in college and two still at home, Elizabeth dedicates her time to educating and caring for her kids while her husband works in construction, a job that can be unpredictable due to dependency on materials being available and weather conditions. With all […]
New Partnership with Denver Broncos Foundation and Centura Health Helps Address Food Insecurity in Denver
In honor of Hunger Action Month®, the Denver Broncos Foundation and Centura Health hosted a food packing event with Food Bank of the Rockies on Thursday, September 14, at Doull Elementary School in Denver. In May, Centura Health made a commitment to the Denver Broncos Foundation to help address food insecurity in the Denver metro […]