Working Toward a Hunger Free Future
Now in our 45th year, we are looking ahead to the next several years with one goal in mind: Ensuring all of our neighbors have enough nutritious and familiar food to thrive. To make that goal a reality, we have identified guiding pillars that will direct our work and fuel our mission. Together, we can ignite the power of community to nourish people experiencing hunger.
Nourishing Our Communities
Be a leader in providing equitable access to nutritious, culturally responsive food to meet the unique needs of our neighbors experiencing food insecurity.
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
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
Clifton Mobile Pantry Feeding Residents: “Without This, We Wouldn’t Be Able to Eat Some Days”
The once-quarterly food distributions began happening monthly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, each one serves 400-450 households. “People start lining up at 3:00 a.m.,” said
Amplifying the collective voice
Strengthen our expertise on and be a vocal advocate for ending food insecurity, and amplify the voices of neighbors experiencing hunger and our Hunger Relief Partners that serve them.
Reducing Waste and Feeding the Community
Every week, Gary Warr rescues 2,000 pounds of food from grocery stores, bakeries, restaurants, and hotels throughout the Roaring Fork Valley for redistribution to local
Looking Ahead to 2024 with Optimism and Determination
Just like so many people do at the start of a new year, Food Bank of the Rockies is also using this time of renewal
Providing Neighbors Culturally Responsive Foods and Choice
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
Shortening the lines
Partner with community organizations that address the root causes of hunger to increase neighbors’ access to needed services and decrease the need for food assistance.
Food Deserts and How Mobile Food Pantries Help Increase Access to Nutrient Rich and Familiar Foods
Distilled to its essence, meeting the challenge of hunger and food insecurity in our communities is all about dismantling the barriers that prevent people from
Looking Ahead to 2024 with Optimism and Determination
Just like so many people do at the start of a new year, Food Bank of the Rockies is also using this time of renewal
Providing Nourishment and Fostering Community on East Colfax
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
Integrating our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity
Create systems to embody our values of diversity, inclusivity, and equity in every interaction with the people who conduct, partner with, make possible, and receive services from our work.
Looking Ahead to 2024 with Optimism and Determination
Just like so many people do at the start of a new year, Food Bank of the Rockies is also using this time of renewal
Providing Neighbors Culturally Responsive Foods and Choice
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
Providing Nourishment and Fostering Community on East Colfax
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
Strengthening our foundation
Build a high-performing food bank that brings our values to life through a focus on investment in our staff and partnerships, sustainable operations, and a data-driven culture for continual improvement.
Food Bank of the Rockies Teams Up with Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Food Bank of the Rockies is teaming up with Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts on a new collaboration, offering culinary students a unique opportunity
Looking Ahead to 2024 with Optimism and Determination
Just like so many people do at the start of a new year, Food Bank of the Rockies is also using this time of renewal
Food Bank of the Rockies Driver Reflects on the Impact of Her Work
In this 9News story, Food Bank of the Rockies’ staff member Monique “Mo” Moore, offers a behind the scenes look at her day, delivering food
