Hunger Free Colorado

Hunger Free Colorado Hunger Free Colorado is Colorado's leading nonprofit dedicated to ensuring no Coloradan goes hungry. Parents go without to feed their children.

Hunger Free Colorado, a statewide nonprofit organization launched in 2009, connects families and individuals to food resources and fuels change in systems, policies and social views, so no Coloradan goes hungry. Everyone is at their best when they have enough to eat, but there are many life storms that make it difficult for Coloradans to afford healthy food. Having enough food supports the foundat

ion for optimal health and well-being throughout our lifecycle. Nutritious food helps babies' brains and bodies develop, gives kids the energy to excel in and out of school, reduces the risk of chronic diseases in adults, and keeps seniors stable and independent. Yet, in tens of thousands of homes across the state, our neighbors strive for a brighter future but struggle to make ends meet, whether due to a minimum-wage job, health issue, job loss or another misfortune. Too many kids start the school day hungry, unable to focus on learning. And, after a lifetime of working, Colorado seniors are left to fend for themselves and face the question: Do I buy needed medication or food? Hunger is a serious—and often invisible—problem in Colorado, but it is solvable. Federal nutrition programs, along with state and local counterparts, play an important role in connecting people of all ages, backgrounds and zip codes to needed food. By working together and supporting people throughout their lives, we can ensure everyone reaches their potential, which benefits all of us.

Did you know that many farmers markets across the country also accept ? Plus, thousands of stores also accept SNAP, so ...
05/29/2026

Did you know that many farmers markets across the country also accept ?

Plus, thousands of stores also accept SNAP, so you'll likely find plenty of places nearby where you can use your benefits in person or for online delivery.

Find out if SNAP can help you pay for and groceries. Go to www.benefitscheckup.org or call 1-855-534-1245.
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¿Sabías que muchos mercados de agricultores en todo el país también aceptan ?

Además, miles de tiendas también aceptan SNAP, por lo que es muy probable que encuentres muchos lugares cercanos donde puedas utilizar tus beneficios, ya sea en persona o para pedidos con entrega a domicilio.

Averigua si SNAP puede ayudarte a pagar y comestibles. Visite www.benefitscheckup.org o llama al 1-855-534-1245

TODAY, we're hosting a fundraiser with Little Man Ice Cream in Highlands - 2620 16th St, Denver, CO 80211! Mention Hunge...
05/21/2026

TODAY, we're hosting a fundraiser with Little Man Ice Cream in Highlands - 2620 16th St, Denver, CO 80211! Mention Hunger Free Colorado when you order on Thursday, May 21 from 6-9pm and 20% of your purchase will be donated to support our work.

¡Estamos organizando una recaudación de fondos junto con Little Man Ice Cream en Highlands HOY! (2620 16th St, Denver, CO 80211) Menciona a Hunger Free Colorado al hacer tu pedido el jueves 21 de mayo, de 6:00 p. m. a 9:00 p. m., y el 20 % de tu compra se donará para apoyar nuestro trabajo.

The 2026 legislative session has ended—but its impact on food access will last far beyond the Capitol.Even in a tough bu...
05/15/2026

The 2026 legislative session has ended—but its impact on food access will last far beyond the Capitol.

Even in a tough budget year, advocates and community members protected key programs like Healthy School Meals for All and fought to keep SNAP strong.
But our work isn’t over. Harmful decisions—like weakening farmworker overtime protections—show how much more must be done.

As we look ahead, Colorado needs long-term solutions that invest in people and communities. That’s why we’re supporting a Graduated Income Tax ballot measure—lowering taxes for 97% of Coloradans while asking the wealthiest to pay a little more.

👉 We only have a few months to gather enough signatures to get this on the ballot! Get involved today at www.protectcoloradosfuture.com.

Read the full wrap-up: bit.ly/HFCLegRecap26

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La sesión legislativa de 2026 ha terminado—pero su impacto en el acceso a los alimentos se sentirá mucho más allá del Capitolio.

Incluso en un año presupuestario difícil, defensores y miembros de la comunidad protegieron programas clave como Comidas Escolares Saludables para Todos y lucharon para mantener fuerte SNAP.

Pero nuestro trabajo no ha terminado. Decisiones dañinas—como debilitar las protecciones de horas extra para los trabajadores agrícolas—demuestran que aún queda mucho por hacer.

De cara al futuro, Colorado necesita soluciones a largo plazo que inviertan en las personas y las comunidades. Por eso apoyamos una medida electoral de impuesto sobre la renta graduado—que reduciría los impuestos para el 97% de los habitantes de Colorado y pediría a quienes más tienen que contribuyan un poco más.

👉 ¡Solo tenemos unos meses para reunir suficientes firmas y llevar esta medida a la boleta! Involúcrate hoy en www.protectcoloradosfuture.com.

Lee el resumen completo: bit.ly/HFCLegRecap26

In ONE week we're hosting a fundraiser with Little Man Ice Cream in Highlands - 2620 16th St, Denver, CO 80211! Mention ...
05/15/2026

In ONE week we're hosting a fundraiser with Little Man Ice Cream in Highlands - 2620 16th St, Denver, CO 80211! Mention Hunger Free Colorado when you order on Thursday, May 21 from 6-9pm and 20% of your purchase will be donated to support our work.

¡Estamos organizando una recaudación de fondos junto con Little Man Ice Cream en Highlands en una semana (2620 16th St, Denver, CO 80211)! Menciona a Hunger Free Colorado al hacer tu pedido el jueves 21 de mayo, de 6:00 p. m. a 9:00 p. m., y el 20 % de tu compra se donará para apoyar nuestro trabajo.

05/07/2026

can help older adults save money on groceries needed to support good health. And applying is a breeze! Learn how to apply today at BenefitsCheckup.org or call 1-855-534-1245.

puede ayudar a los adultos mayores a ahorrar dinero en los alimentos necesarios para mantener una buena salud. ¡Y solicitarlo es muy sencillo! Infórmese hoy mismo sobre cómo solicitarlo en BenefitsCheckup.org o llame al 1-855-534-1245.

Summer EBT is a program that helps families buy food during the summer months. Eligible students will receive $120 to pu...
05/06/2026

Summer EBT is a program that helps families buy food during the summer months. Eligible students will receive $120 to purchase groceries with funds placed on an EBT card. Learn more about Summer EBT and how it works at cdhs.colorado.gov/summer-ebt.
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El Summer EBT es un programa que ayuda a las familias con niños de edad escolar a comprar alimentos nutritivos durante los meses de verano. Los estudiantes que califican recibirán $120 en una tarjeta EBT. Aprende más sobre el Summer EBT y cómo funciona en cdhs.colorado.gov/summer-ebt.

After listening to the voices of SNAP recipients who opposed restrictions to SNAP, the state of Colorado has indefinitel...
05/05/2026

After listening to the voices of SNAP recipients who opposed restrictions to SNAP, the state of Colorado has indefinitely delayed their vote on these proposed changes and these restrictions are NOT in effect in Colorado.

We want to highlight one of those community voices, Martha Espinosa, a child-care provider in Greeley who submitted this opinion piece featured in the Greeley Tribune, “SNAP Restrictions punish communities that deserve support.”

Martha understands and shares many of the concerns brought forth but believes there’s a better way to support, rather than punish, communities to achieve healthier outcomes for all through empowerment and choice.

To read her full op ed go to bit.ly/MarthaOpEdGT

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Después de escuchar las voces de los beneficiarios de SNAP que se oponían a las restricciones de este programa, el estado de Colorado ha pospuesto indefinidamente la votación sobre estos cambios propuestos; por lo tanto, dichas restricciones NO están vigentes en Colorado.

Queremos destacar una de esas voces comunitarias: Martha Espinosa, una proveedora de cuidado infantil de Greeley que presentó este artículo de opinión, publicado en el Greeley Tribune bajo el título: “Las restricciones de SNAP castigan a las comunidades que merecen apoyo”.

Martha comprende y comparte muchas de las inquietudes planteadas, pero considera que existe una mejor manera de apoyar —en lugar de castigar— a las comunidades para lograr resultados más saludables para todos, mediante el empoderamiento y la libertad de elección.

Para leer su artículo de opinión completo, visite bit.ly/MarthaOpEdGT

It is more critical than ever that we let our Members of Congress know how policies passed in D.C. impact our communitie...
05/01/2026

It is more critical than ever that we let our Members of Congress know how policies passed in D.C. impact our communities at home. This week we met with the offices of Representatives DeGette, Hurd, Crank, Pettersen, Crow & Evans and Senator Bennet, sharing real stories from SNAP & WIC recipients and how they can champion changes at the Congressional level to protect access to food resources for Coloradans.

We’re very proud of the work we’ve been able to accomplish in Colorado and there’s still so much we can do to ensure that every single Colorado family has what they need to put food on the table.
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Es más crucial que nunca que hagamos saber a nuestros miembros del Congreso cómo las políticas aprobadas en Washington D.C. impactan a nuestras comunidades en nuestros distritos. Este semana nos reunimos con las oficinas de los representantes DeGette, Hurd, Crank, Pettersen, Crow y Evans, así como con la del senador Bennet, compartiendo historias reales de beneficiarios de los programas SNAP y WIC, y abordando cómo pueden impulsar cambios a nivel legislativo para proteger el acceso a recursos alimentarios para los habitantes de Colorado.

Estamos muy orgullosos del trabajo que hemos logrado realizar en Colorado, y todavía queda mucho por hacer para asegurar que cada familia de Colorado tenga lo necesario para poner comida en la mesa.

🚨EFFECTIVE MAY 1st IN COLORADO— Under H.R. 1, many non-citizens will no longer qualify for SNAP benefits. If you are los...
04/30/2026

🚨EFFECTIVE MAY 1st IN COLORADO— Under H.R. 1, many non-citizens will no longer qualify for SNAP benefits.
If you are losing SNAP benefits, support is still available:
• Call Hunger Free Colorado’s statewide, toll-free hotline at 855-855-4626
• Call 2-1-1 or go to 211colorado.org/food-assistance
• Visit your local food pantries, food banks and community organizations
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🚨A PARTIR DEL 1 DE MAYO EN COLORADO — Bajo la H.R. 1, muchas personas no ciudadanas ya no calificarán para beneficios de SNAP.
Si está perdiendo beneficios de SNAP, aún hay apoyo disponible:
• Llame a la línea directa estatal gratuita de Hunger Free Colorado al 855-855-4626
• Llame al 2-1-1 o visita 211colorado.org/food-assistance
• Visite despensas de alimentos, bancos de alimentos y organizaciones comunitarias en su área

Thank you to the Colorado Joint Budget Committee for Keeping SNAP Strong! The state budget this year was exceptionally c...
04/30/2026

Thank you to the Colorado Joint Budget Committee for Keeping SNAP Strong!

The state budget this year was exceptionally challenging and we’re grateful to the members of the Joint Budget Committee for their decision to Keep SNAP Strong.

SNAP is one of the best tools we have to reduce hunger, but Federal cuts and cost-shifts are putting food assistance, including SNAP, at risk.

Our work doesn't stop here. Sign up for action alerts and updates at bit.ly/hfc_advocate

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¡Gracias al Comité Conjunto de Presupuesto de Colorado por mantener a SNAP fuerte!

El presupuesto estatal de este año resultó excepcionalmente desafiante, y estamos agradecidos con los miembros del Comité Conjunto de Presupuesto por su decisión de mantener fuerte el programa SNAP.

SNAP es una de las mejores herramientas que tenemos para reducir el hambre, pero los recortes federales y la transferencia de costos están poniendo en riesgo la asistencia alimentaria, incluido SNAP.

Nuestro trabajo no termina aquí. Suscríbete para recibir notificaciones y actualizaciones bit.ly/hfc_advocate

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3840 York Street, Ste 245
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