Holiday giving guide
Giving to the Food Bank offers many benefits. Not only do you contribute to fighting hunger in Larimer County, but it’s a great way to receive a tax benefit. It’s important to note that donations do take time to process, so please give before the end of December to have your contribution processed by the end of the year. This includes IRA and QCD gifts!
SNAP hold freezes lifeline for many: Here’s how you can help
The origin of “food banking” as we know it today dates to the late 1960’s in Phoenix, Arizona. In the “old days” (think 1980s and 90s), food banks rarely rescued fresh foods; they were more focused on shelf-stable foods. Once we did start to distribute produce and other fresh foods, it was immediately successful and continued to grow in positive ways very quickly.
SNAP Power: The Program That Fights Hunger, Boosts Economy
The power of SNAP extends far beyond improving the lives of the individuals who receive it.
SNAP supplies monthly benefits to qualifying individuals. It comes in the form of a debit card and
can be used to purchase food at places like grocery stores and farmers’ markets.
SNAP remains the most effective anti-hunger program in the United States, according to Feeding America. For every one meal provided by a food bank, SNAP provides 9.
Thank you, KeyBank
LOVELAND, COLO. – December 2023 — The Food Bank for Larimer County was the recipient of a $10,000 KeyBank Foundation grant to support hunger relief. The funds awarded will help to provide the equivalent of 20,000 meals. This support comes at a crucial time. The Food Bank this year saw demand for its services increase. […]
