Making Good Food Go Further with the Food Rescue Program
Quick Bites: Food Rescue captures surplus food from manufacturers, retailers, and local agricultural partners and delivers it quickly to our Hunger Relief Partners and directly to neighbors. Partners like Catholic Charities say they would not be able to meet the needs of the people they serve without donated food from Food Rescue. 57% of the […]
Food for Health Program Helps Neighbors Focus on Healing
The Food for Health Program started in 2022 with the goal of connecting people experiencing food insecurity and chronic health issues with nutrient-dense, medically tailored food. Medical professionals at 19 partner locations in Colorado refer patients who demonstrate a need for stable nutritional support. Since the program began, more than 2,000 people have participated […]
The Important Role School Meal Programs Play in Reducing Childhood Hunger & Food Insecurity
The phrase “school lunch” often comes loaded with strong memories: the fresh plastic smell of a new lunch box, the bright lights of a cafeteria, the flavors of a favorite dish. But beyond nostalgia, school lunches and food programs are also one of the most successful nationwide efforts in meeting the challenge of childhood hunger. […]
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 […]
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 Importance of a Heart-Healthy Diet
In our national conversation about what it means to eat nutritiously and take care of our bodies, concepts like “eating a healthy, balanced diet” are often far more complex than simply avoiding the consumption of certain foods deemed “bad.” When all conversations about nourishing ourselves are reduced to “just make healthier choices,” we overlook how […]