We are almost at the finish line of another jam-packed year of supporting our communities and their unique needs. It also happens to be a season of high volume – more food, more volunteers (and the influx of requests, which is great to have more hands), more donations (grateful, but how do you make time to thank all these people when you are busy filling orders and helping a first-time neighbor feel welcomed at your pantry?), and more of, well, everything. Because of limited time and resources, it can be difficult to thank everyone who comes alongside you over the next few weeks. However, nu ..read more

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 dig in! Make a Budget-Friendly Holiday Meal Plan If you’ve ever cooked for more than a few people at a time, then you’ve probably had to make at least a rudimentary holiday meal plan. In order to make your dollars go further this Thanksgiving, you’re going to want to ..read more

Dear Valued Hunger Relief Partners, At Food Bank of the Rockies, we are grateful for so many things during this season, one of which was a successful and informative Western Slope Partner Conference in October! We met so many of our amazing partners and were able to learn about each other and grow together. It’s such a privilege to partner with agencies new and seasoned alike that color our days and encourage us knowing that together, we are all making a difference in nourishing our neighbors across the Western Slope. We know that in addition to being a time for celebration and family, the ..read more

The fall and winter holidays are an important time of year to volunteer at your local food bank, food pantry, or soup kitchen. For people of all cultures and faiths, this time of year can represent a seasonal opportunity to invest their time and efforts into helping their communities. A spirit of gratitude and service is wrapped into several holiday traditions, and many employers and faith communities further encourage this do-good behavior through structured activities centered around volunteerism. Regardless of what holidays you celebrate this season, you’ll find a wealth of volunteer oppor ..read more

Welcome Welcome to the Insights and Impact Division of Food Bank of the Rockies! Our division mission, “Empowering Communities through Knowledge and Innovation,” underscores our commitment to cultivating an environment where data drives our decisions and innovation paves the way to support your work. We immerse ourselves in extensive research and community data to foster an impact that resonates at all levels. With a vision of “A Future of Nourished Communities Built on Equity, Understanding, and Collective Action,” we imagine a world where every community is nourished and resilient. We’re he ..read more

 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 of their income going to pay the bills, having enough money for food has been challenging for Elizabeth’s family. Things got particularly difficult during the pandemic. To help support their family, Elizabeth gets food each week from Denver Green School’s food pantry, a ..read more

Welcome It goes without saying that the last few years have been anything but easy. Between the 2019 government shutdown, COVID-19 pandemic, record-high inflation, and another government shutdown currently looming, we have all been forced to rethink the way we support our communities through equitable food distribution. After being unable to meet in person for our annual partner conference since 2019, we are thrilled to invite you to this year’s partner conference taking place Friday, October 27. Gathering together to ignite the power of community to nourish people facing hunger, the conferen ..read more

This month is Hunger Action Month, and we want you to know that Food Bank of the Rockies stands with you in solidarity, understanding the challenges you face. Throughout this important month, we come together to raise awareness about the issue of food insecurity and to emphasize our commitment to supporting you and the families you support. Our organization sees Hunger Action Month as a time to highlight the strength of our community and to show that you are not alone in this journey. With a deep understanding that hunger knows no bounds, we work tirelessly to bridge the gap between surplus a ..read more

  Dear Hunger Relief Partners, With both the rising cost of food and the rising need for food assistance in our communities, we know that stocking your shelves can often feel challenging. We’d like to review the BEST way to view all our available FREE items on Partner Express. In our Shopping List, you will see a column labeled “Unit Price.” By clicking the hyperlinked words “Unit Price,” all of our available items will sort in price order, causing our items with a $0.00 Unit Price to rise to the top of the list. This tactic can also be used within certain categories. For example, if you ..read more

Fato is originally from Kenya but has lived in Denver for 20 years now. She said the food she receives from the weekly food distribution at New Freedom Park helps a lot. // Photo by Caitlyn Barnett The produce piled atop folding tables in New Freedom Park is almost as vibrant as the clothing and languages of the 135 people gathered to collect it. Organized by Kaizen Food Share (formerly called Kaizen Food Rescue), a Hunger Relief Partner of Food Bank of the Rockies, this weekly food distribution focuses on providing culturally responsive, familiar foods to the majority refugee and immigrant po ..read more