February 2025 Western Slope Partner Newsletter
February Greetings, Western Slope Partners! Winter on the Western Slope is a season of beauty and challenge. As snow blankets the mountains and temperatures dive below zero, we find ourselves navigating the unique hurdles of serving our neighbors facing hunger during these colder months. Let’s talk about those subzero mornings — when forklifts groan in […]
Fulfilled Update: January 2025
Happy 2025! As a key supporter of Food Bank of the Rockies, I wanted to keep you apprised of progress regarding our new distribution center and our Fulfilled campaign. Below you will find a building update, an interview with long-time supporters Randy and Gwenn Hertel, and an exciting behind-the-scenes tour with our Chief Operations Officer, […]
Want to Do Good While Feeling Good? Volunteer!
The importance of volunteers in fulfilling Food Bank of the Rockies’ mission cannot be overstated, especially in the early months of the year when volunteerism drops off significantly. At the same time, heating bills, unexpected illnesses, and other difficulties are on the rise, making it even more challenging for many of our neighbors to afford […]
One Volunteer on Why He Gives Back — And Thinks You Should, Too
When Elijah Quinones was a teenager, he witnessed many of life’s challenges firsthand. During a whirlwind of change that he had no control over, he wasn’t able to attend high school often and felt like there was nothing he could do to better his situation. “I felt like, oh, I guess this is how it […]
Looking Ahead to 2025 with Determination and Innovation
As folks set goals to kick off the new year, here at Food Bank of the Rockies we’re also excited to share some of our 2025 aspirations. Across our programs and departments, our staff is hard at work brainstorming ways to more efficiently and effectively support our communities with the food necessary to thrive. Join […]
January 2025 Partner Newsletter
Dear Hunger Relief Partners, Heading into 2025, together with partners like you, we will continue to show up for any person experiencing hunger knowing that food insecurity can impact any of us at various points in our lives. We will never waver from our mission of igniting the power of community to nourish people facing […]