Solar Power Helps Fulfill Food Bank of the Rockies’ Sustainability Goals
A rooftop solar array generates more than a quarter of all electricity consumed at Food Bank of the Rockies Western Slope Etkin Family Distribution Center in Grand Junction. In 2022, Atlasta Solar Center in Grand Junction installed 100 solar panels during the construction of the new 50,400-square-foot distribution center. Atlasta also added two electric vehicle […]
Walmart and Sam’s Club “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” Campaign Returns to Colorado
For the 12th straight year, Walmart and Sam’s Club locations nationwide, including those in Colorado, are launching the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. Campaign. The goal: to inspire customers to take action and help provide access to the nourishing food people need to thrive. Here’s how it works: How to Participate From now through March 31, […]
Feeding Kids and Fueling Futures
https://youtu.be/KRDgElZDkXs 1 in 7 kids across Colorado experiences hunger. At Food Bank of the Rockies, we believe everyone should be able to easily access nourishing, familiar food at every age, and our Food for Kids programs are dedicated specifically to the young and the growing — the future. As requests for our support from schools […]
Partnering with Steamboat Ski Resort to Help Support Seasonal Workers and Reduce Food Insecurity
The 2024-25 ski season looked a little different this year for residents of Steamboat Springs: For the first time, Food Bank of the Rockies collaborated with Steamboat Ski Resort to host a series of pop-up mobile pantries for community members in the area. The initiative was made possible through a generous donation from Alterra Mountain […]
Community Organizations Come Together in Telluride to Nourish Neighbors in Need of Food
Despite a high level of affluence in Telluride, a significant number of community members in this mountain tourist town are challenged financially and often unable to afford sufficient, nourishing food. High cost of living, Telluride’s remote location, inflation: it all adds up and creates significant barriers to accessing nutritious food. That’s where Telluride Angel Baskets […]
From Volunteers to Best Friends: Denver7 Everyday Heroes Give Back through Food Bank of the Rockies
From Denver7 What started as an opportunity to give back has blossomed into a life-long friendship for two Food Bank of the Rockies volunteers. Every Wednesday, Margaret Locke and Debra Persico pack food and supplies for Coloradans in need. “Some days we’re packing for preschools. Some days we’re packing for senior centers. Some days we […]
