Latest Data Shows Continued Increases in Food Insecurity
Food insecurity can feel like a distant problem for people not living with it. But the reality is that food insecurity affects far more people than you might realize. The most recent data from Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap study reveals that in Food Bank of the Rockies’ service area, one in eight people […]
Meet the 2025 Western Slope Volunteers of the Year
When we say we can’t do what we do without our dedicated, passionate, and hard-working volunteers, we mean it. Last year, volunteers donated more than 20,400 hours to Food Bank of the Rockies Western Slope. That’s equivalent to 10 full-time employees and an 89% increase in volunteer hours over the previous year — a truly […]
How to Meal Prep for the Week
As individuals and families nationwide continue to face a cost-of-living crisis, rising inflation, and growing food insecurity in 2025, many people’s household budgets don’t stretch as far as they used to. But if you’re able to carve out a few hours each week for meal prep, you’ll likely spend less, save time, and eat more […]
A Night With(out) Shines a Light on What It’s Like to Face Food Insecurity
Guest blog by Sharon Sullivan I don’t mind spending a little more to purchase high-quality, nutritious foods because I value good health. Fortunately, thus far, I’ve been able to make that choice and haven’t had to skimp on the foods that I want for myself and family. So, when I was invited along with 80 […]
Community Voices: Real Stories from People We Serve
A community member attending one of our mobile pantries recently said it best: “For a lot of families, it’s about a crisis, not necessarily prices.” One medical emergency. One car accident. One job loss. One circumstance that is out of anyone’s control and can upend a person’s budget: that’s all it takes to go from […]
What Is Food Insecurity and How Does It Impact Colorado and Wyoming?
To think of the United States, most people picture abundance — plentiful farms and natural resources, grocery stores shelves stocked with food. But even in a country as prosperous as ours, food insecurity affects millions of people who struggle to afford nutritious food to put on their tables. While the causes of food insecurity can […]