Fresh Meals Fuel Learning at Denver Metro After-School Programs
From Denver7 One in seven kids in Colorado lives with food insecurity, according to Food Bank of the Rockies. The organization is partnering with some Denver schools to make sure students have the nourishment they need to succeed in after-school programs. “My teachers and parents have noticed that if I get hungry, I, like, start […]
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 […]
The Salvation Army and Town of Avon Partner with Food Bank to Ensure Continued Food Access Amid Relocation
This past fall, The Salvation Army in Vail Valley learned it was losing its home after 13 years. Many individuals in Avon and surrounding communities rely on the organization as a source of food during difficult times, as well as other emergency services. During the month of October, while The Salvation Army was seeking a […]
Meet the People You Helped Nourish in 2024
https://youtu.be/5swkT_Insvw?si=nup5Rw7QtKS_jACj Above: Neighbors express their thanks and share how they plan to prepare the food they received from Food Bank of the Rockies. As we prepare to leave 2024 behind and enter 2025, we are looking back at some of the people we were able to nourish thanks to generous supporters like you. From kids […]