February 7, 2025
Too often the innovation, contributions, and realities of Black Americans are erased and overlooked. While Black History Month is every month for many Black Coloradans, we recognize February as a time to reflect on, learn about, and pay homage to Black leaders who have shaped our society and transformed the food justice movement for generations.
January 23, 2025
The Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger stands against policies that create fear, marginalize communities, or limit access to essential resources. Everyone, regardless of immigration status, deserves equitable access to food, safety, and dignity. With recently signed executive orders targeting immigrant communities, it’s crucial for those impacted, along with their allies, to know their legal protections.
November 14, 2024
Learn a little bit about the sordid history of Thanksgiving and how you can stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities on the National Day of Mourning and throughout the year.
October 31, 2024
This November, let’s bring attention to the culture, history, traditions, and achievements of Indigenous peoples while also acknowledging the long-lasting impacts of colonialism and U.S. public policy on Tribes and nations.
October 3, 2024
The Colorado Department of Agriculture created new regional coordinator positions to support workforce development and farm equity across the state. They’re designed to uplift farmers and farm workers who identify as female, a person of color, and/or LGBTQIA2+.
October 2, 2024
Join us on Monday, October 14, in recognizing Indigenous People’s Day instead of Columbus Day. Our Impact Director, Justice Onwordi, shares more about why we stand in solidarity with Indigenous peoples on this day and throughout the year.
September 20, 2024
National Hispanic Heritage Month is happening now through Tuesday, October 15. It’s a time to celebrate those who trace their roots to Central America, Mexico, South America, Spain, and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean.
June 12, 2024
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom but also a day to acknowledge the immense contributions of Black labor to the foundation and growth of the United States. Let’s honor the resilience and culture of Black Americans as well as their enduring struggles for equity and justice – including with food and nutrition — on Wednesday, June 19.
June 11, 2024
Throughout the month of June, there’s a dual celebration of identities and histories that shape our communities and our work for fair food access and community-owned food systems. Pride Month and Immigrant Heritage Month not only spotlight the richness brought by diverse identities but also the ongoing struggles for equity and justice.
May 14, 2024
This month, the Blueprint recognizes Asian American, Native Hawai’ian & Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. It’s a time to reflect upon and celebrate the many contributions of the AANHPI community – consisting of culturally and linguistically diverse people representing many countries and islands of origin – throughout our nation’s history. It’s also a time to recognize the many challenges that these communities have endured and continue to face today in Colorado and beyond, including access to nourishing and culturally relevant food.
