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Colorado “Healthy Choice Waiver”: Advocacy Opportunity
Colorado is considering a rule called the SNAP Healthy Choice Waiver that would restrict what families can buy with benefits of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) at the grocery
New report: Colorado food pantries face rising demand, federal disruptions
Food pantries across Colorado are navigating rising demand, federal funding disruptions, and persistent food supply challenges, according to a new report from Provecho Collective. Drawing on statewide data, Resilience, Innovation,
$1.7M in Community Food Grants Awarded Across Colorado
After weeks of uncertainty during the federal government shutdown and disruptions to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, many Coloradans are still turning to local food providers for support. To
Together Through Tough Times: How to Help & Where to Find Food
We hate to be the bearer of bad news — but we also know we can face hard times better when we do it together. The ongoing federal government shutdown,
Standing in Solidarity with Colorado Farmworkers After Dairy Farm Tragedy
The tragic accident at Prospect Valley Dairy in Keenesburg last week claimed the lives of six farmworkers – people whose daily labor sustains Colorado’s food system, helping move food from
Restricting SNAP Purchases Undermines Dignity, Access, and Equity
The Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger and other anti-hunger advocates across the state have released the following joint statement in response to the USDA approving Governor Polis’ request for SNAP
Joint Response on Budget Reconciliation
Last week, President Trump signed a budget reconciliation bill that will have devastating consequences for nearly 298,000 Colorado families who stand to lose some or all of their SNAP benefits. Joining other statewide partners, we express serious concern about this legislation’s impact on hunger, family stability, and economic security in our state.