The Food Group

The Food Group Seeking to alleviate childhood hunger in Sheridan County, WY by providing nourishment to children. Food insecurity has become a national and local issue.

In Sheridan County, approximately 40% of children are on free and reduced lunch programs. Though often hidden from their peers and other community members, teachers are very aware that many children are relying heavily on the food they receive during school. In the 2010-11 school year, members of the community, now officially called, "The Food Group" began to help Sheridan children who go hungry o

n a consistent basis. Working as a grassroots effort, community members developed a small pilot project with the support of individuals, foundations, donors, churches, and the schools. The goals were relatively simple: develop a "pack" of food containing whole meals that any child would be able to utilize to feed themselves and even a sibling or two over the weekend. This "backpack" model has been used successfully in many other communities in Wyoming and nationally. The Food Group initially anticipated distributing bags of food to several dozen children weekly in a couple schools. However by collaborating with teachers and school administrators to identify children in need, the requests soon poured in from additional schools. Within three months, The Food Group was feeding between 100 and 120 children a week. As of march 2017, The Food Group serves 480 students each week in Sheridan County School Districts #1 and #2 from preschool to high school. By purchasing food from Ridley's, The Food Group provides healthy weekend meals for students. This program is anonymous, open to any child and provided at no cost. The Food Group operates as a local non-profit 501(c)3 organization. Are you interested in stretching your food dollars over the weekend? This program is open to any child. No forms or names needed. Bags will be made available to your child at school. Ask your principal or teacher about "The Food Group." Are you interested in volunteering for this program? Or donating to this critical community need? Sponsorship for one child for the entire school year is $360.

05/29/2026
05/26/2026

Frackelton’s is growing.

As we expand into lunch service and continue building our team, we’re currently looking to add motivated kitchen staff to the Frackelton’s family.

If you take pride in your work, thrive in a fast paced environment and want to be part of a team focused on growth and professionalism, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply in person or send us a message directly for more information!

If you need immediate resources, please contact us at (307) 763-0850
05/17/2026

If you need immediate resources, please contact us at (307) 763-0850

Happy May! Home Delivery is next Thursday, May 14th! Home Delivery participnts, please have insulated bags out for pick ...
05/11/2026

Happy May! Home Delivery is next Thursday, May 14th! Home Delivery participnts, please have insulated bags out for pick up! Thank you!

Congratulations Sheridan College Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Certificate, A.S., A.A. and all graduates!We are proud of you!...
05/08/2026

Congratulations Sheridan College Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Certificate, A.S., A.A. and all graduates!
We are proud of you! Here we go!

This is a dynamic, active, integral position to help bridge the hunger gap!
05/08/2026

This is a dynamic, active, integral position to help bridge the hunger gap!

05/07/2026

This is great!

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Mailing Address: PO Box 6702 Physical: 1141 Crook Street
Sheridan, WY
82801

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 1pm
Tuesday 10am - 1pm
Wednesday 10am - 1pm
Thursday 10am - 1pm

Telephone

(307) 763-0850

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