Our Nourishing Network makes it possible for our resources to reach further and feed more. Agency partners are able to shop our inventory for their own hunger relief programs and make our mission of providing food to all in need possible; together.
Current Partners
Shopping Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 2:30am
Become A Nourishing Network Partner
Minimum Qualifications
- Registered 501(c)3 organization or qualifying church
- Operates to serve “the ill, needy, or infants (minor children)” as per the IRS.
- Located in Larimer County.
- Have adequate food storage space.
Food Safety Requirement
It is of the utmost importance the food being served to our clients is stored and distributed safely. All agency partners must have at least one person with appropriate food safety training that aligns with the type of food being distributed or prepared. If that food safety-trained individual leaves the organization, agencies have 60 days to train a new person.
Please check the FAQs below for specific requirements
Partnerships
Will be determined based on the applicant’s location, target audience, how many established services we already support nearby, and the type of distribution you plan to provide.
FAQs
What are the Food Safety Course Requirments?
An agency distributing only shelf stable product is required to have basic food safety training.
We use an online platform called NEOGOV to distribute the trainings.
To request a profile to take the training, please contact our agency helpdesk at agencyinfo@foodbanklarimer.org
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An agency distributing cold product is required to have advanced food safety training. There are two classroom options:
This online course is $15. An assessment must be completed to receive a certificate.
Food Bank for Larimer County’s In-Person Class
FBLC offers Agency Partners an in-person class 6 times each year, always on Wednesday afternoons from 1:00 -3:30 pm.
The class is free and requires completion of an assessment to receive a certificate.
Upcoming FBLC class information will be included in Agency Newsletters.
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Agencies that prepare food on site (such as a soup kitchen or meal site) are required to have advanced food safety training that is more comprehensive than the ServSafe Food Handler’s Class.
Either the FBLC in-person class or a ServSafe Manager’s Certificate (or the equivalent).
Where does the food I have access to come from?
We receive food from several sources: donations from individuals and organizations within the communities we serve, local retail stores, other food banks, the USDA, and national donors.
How long until I hear about my application status?
The Food Bank’s Agency Team meets monthly to discuss any outstanding applications. You will be contacted by the Programs Manager within one month of your application to discuss your partnership.
Why might my application for partnership be denied?
Incomplete application, saturation of food assistance programs in the applicant’s area, insufficient food storage space, insufficient staffing, applicant’s focus is inconsistent with the Food Bank’s mission.
Does the Food Bank offer other services besides food assistance to partners?
Yes. We have two full-time staff that help with SNAP assistance, and we offer nutrition education classes. Additionally, if your application is denied, we are happy to refer you to other organizations in the community who can provide food assistance for your clients.
How can I see the organizations that are already providing food assistance in Larimer County?
Visit our Find Food Map to see pantry and meal programs in the county we partner with that are open to the public.
Does the food bank distsribute holiday turkeys or food baskets to partners?
We distribute turkeys only to established partners and to schools located in Poudre and Thompson School Districts. Prospective organizations are not eligible to receive turkeys or holiday basket food, nor do we establish partnerships solely around receiving holiday food.
