Sep
29
to Oct 9
Sep
29
to Oct 11
Saturday 10/11/26, 11a-2pm: Spooky Sweets Stroll at the Orchard Town Center
Celebrate the season with a festive day full of Halloween fun at Orchard Town Center! Enjoy safe trick-or-treating, a Macabre Market, live entertainment, and activities for the whole family. Support Food for Hope with your Pumpkin Purchase ($5-$10) and decorate it on the spot at the Craft Table!
Trick-or-Treating and related activities will run from 11am to 2pm.
Macabre Market will run from 11am to 5pm.
Sep
29
to Oct 17
Saturday 10/17/26, 10am-12pm: Trunk or Treat for HOPE!
Trunk or Treat for HOPE
Come celebrate the Fall Season and Halloween with Modern Woodsmen of America and Helie Chiropractic supporting Food for Hope! This fun event will include: decorated trunks, fill a cauldron for local families this Holiday Season, Haunted Hallway, Hot Cocoa and Themed Dirty Sodas! Afterwards, saunter over to Satire Brewing Company for a hauntingly delicious lunch and Halloween Fun!
Sign up to Decorate Your Trunk, your $35 donation will offer 1 family a Thanksgiving Meal Box through our Feed 5000 Program. Prizes for Scary Trunk, Kid Friendly Trunk and Most Creative!
Sep
29
to Oct 23
Friday 10/23/25 5pm-7pm: Empty Bowls at Riverdale Ridge High School
Presenting Empty Bowls a fundraiser that supports Food for Hope through a purchase of a Hot Soup Meal with a Ceramic Bowl purchase $25 or Paper Bowl Hot Soup Meal for $5. This is a partnership with the Riverdale Ridge High School Clubs - DECA, ProStart and Visual Arts. Stay after for the Football Game!
Oct
5
to Nov 20
Feed 5000 - Food for Hope Holiday Meal Box Program
Join Food for Hope, Thorncreek Church and Community Members while they support, pack and distribute 2500 Holiday Meal Boxes to families in Adams County Schools. Help a family, support a box at $35! Each box feeds a family of 4-6, contains typical Holiday sides and a giftcard for produce. Want to Volunteer, spots open on November 2, 2026! These boxes will be distributed at over 120 schools in Adams County, CO through established school partnerships.
Thank you to our Box Sponsor Smurfit Westrock!
*If your family is in need of a Thanksgiving Box, please contact your local school counselor or Family Resource Navigator.
Sep
28
2:00 PM14:00
Sep
26
3:00 PM15:00
Saturday 9/26, 3pm-7pm: Bike N Brew 2026!
The annual Thornton Area Bike N Brew is taking place on Saturday, September 26, from 3–7 p.m.!
Join Food for Hope and Satire Brewing Company for a fun bike ride on the trails of Thornton. The ride will begin and end at Satire Brewing (Short Loop 6mi loop, longer Loop 9mi + Far Ride adding extra 5mi on-we will have Ride Leaders!), where you can stick around afterward to connect with local businesses and enjoy an Oktoberfest-style after-party. Wear your best Oktoberfest-themed outfit and join in the fun, with giveaways and other festivities throughout the event! Live Music provided by: The Crossfades a local 90’s Alternative Band!
Our goal is to feed 3,000 Adams County students who are food insecure this Fall. All funds raised at the Bike N Brew will support Food for Hope’s food programs and food pantries throughout the semester.
Sign up here!
Would you like a Bike n Brew TShirt or Sticker? Each shirt and sticker supports local students and families who are food insecure and was locally designed by Niki Pike (Scroll to the bottom of our Online Shop)!
Want to highlight your business? Sign up for a Corporate Table Sponsor online above or email: Darcie@foodforhope.net
Sep
11
to Sep 22
Tuesday September 22, 2026: 6pm-8pm Oktoberfest Cookie Decorating
It’s time for some Festive Oktoberfest Cookies Designs with Kristens Cottage Bakery! Sign up and support Food for Hope Food Programming with. your reservation. This event includes 6 cookies, 4 icings, your 1st drink free and a FUN Oktoberfest creative cookie decorating time. Limited spot available!
Location: Satire Brewing, 12136 Grant Circle, Thornton, CO
Date: Tuesday 9/22/26 from 6pm-8pm
Aug
29
9:45 AM09:45
Saturday 8/29, 9:45am: Summer Mat Series with the Body Refinery Pilates + Food for Hope
Come join us for a fun and energizing Pilates class including a refreshing after class beverage, and complimentary massage from Healing Hands Massage during the Summer Mat Series with The Body Refinery at Prost Brewing Company! This in-person event is the perfect way to unwind and socialize while getting a great workout in. Whether you're a Pilates pro or a beginner, this class is suitable for all levels. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to sweat it out and then relax after with a cold drink in hand.
Food for Hope will have a table at the event and you can help support us by bringing an unexpired box of Snacks for Food for Hope School Fuel Snack Program. Food for Hope supplied almost 129,000 snacks last year in Adams County Schools. Please help us fill our shelves with: Snack Size items such as Beef Jerky, Fruit Snacks, Granola or Power Bars, Shelf Stable Individual Milks, Pretzels, Gold Fish Crackers, Cracker Packs or Nut Packs/Granola (ALL Snack Sizes). You can also support a student for a month at $20 or $5 a week HERE!
Sign-up for to be part of the pilates event at: The Body Refinery!
Aug
14
to Aug 16
8/14 thru 8/16: Rush Bowls - 3rd Anniversary + Food for Hope Give Back Event
Rush Bowls is celebrating its 3rd Anniversary Weekend on Friday, August 14, through Sunday, August 16!
Visit Rush Bowls at 13762 Colorado Blvd. in Thornton and enjoy your favorite bowls while supporting Food for Hope’s food programs. Be sure to mention Food for Hope when you order, and 20% of your purchase will be donated back to help provide food to students in Adams County schools.
Stop by during the anniversary weekend and help support local students experiencing food insecurity!
Rush Bowls' anniversary weekend hours are Friday, August 14, from 7 a.m.–8 p.m.; Saturday, August 15, from 7 a.m.–8 p.m.; and Sunday, August 16, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Aug
9
11:00 AM11:00
Sunday, August 9: Bubble Bash
Bubble Bash on Saturday, August 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Get sudsy with us at the Bubble Bash event happening on Sunday, August 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Orchard Town Center Sunken Plaza! There will be interactive bubble stations, foam fun, a DJ, family activities, and more! Grab your crew and join us for a day full of summer fun! Plus, be sure to visit the pick-a-duck station, as it will benefit Food for Hope!
Bubble Stations:
Smoky Bubbles
Shapes & Sizes
Foamers
Bubble Chemistry
Kid in a Bubble
Big Bubble Zone
Bubble Wands
Foam Zone
Jul
17
to Jul 18
Eastlake Railyard's Front Porch
Eastlake Railyard Front Porch event in Thornton, Colorado flyer.
Join Food for Hope, Blessed BBQ, and Satire Brewing Company at the Eastlake Railyard on Friday, July 17 6-9 p.m., and Saturday, July 18, from 4–9 p.m. at the Eastlake Railyard Front Porch in Old Town Eastlake, located on the Plaza at the intersection of First and Lake Ave in Eastlake!
Enjoy delicious BBQ, craft beer, live music, and fun for the whole family while supporting a great cause.
10% of all adult beverage sales from Satire Brewing Company will be donated to Food for Hope, helping provide nutritious food to students facing food insecurity in Adams County.
Bring your friends and family—we can't wait to see you there!
Jul
11
9:00 AM09:00
Saturday, July 11: Mudapalooza
Play Mud Volleyball with us on Saturday, July 11, at Northwest Open Space on 2100 W 112th Ave in Northglenn! The City of Northglenn and Satire Brewing Company have partnered with Food for Hope for this event, and all beer sales will support Food for Hope, so don’t forget to stop by our booth!
Interested in volunteering for this event? Must be 18+ to serve alcohol at the event. Sign up here!
Jun
24
4:00 PM16:00
Wednesday, June 24: Bike to Work Day Station
Come celebrate Bike to Work Day with us at Satire Brewing on 12136 Grant Circle in Thornton from 4-6 p.m. Learn more about the upcoming Bike n Brew while grabbing a free koozie, bike light, or bike sticker at our Bike to Work Day Station.
We hope to see you there!
Jun
20
4:00 PM16:00
Saturday, June 20: Summer Solstice Celebration at Orchard Town Center Sunken Plaza
Orchard Town Center Summer Solstice Celebration event
Join Food for Hope at the Summer Solstice Celebration on Saturday, June 20, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Orchard Town Center Sunken Plaza for a free, family-friendly event celebrating the start of summer.
Bring the whole family and enjoy an evening filled with outdoor activities, community connections, local shopping, and seasonal fun. The Summer Solstice Celebration offers something for all ages, making it the perfect way to welcome the summer season in Thornton.
Event activities include:
Pollinator Experience
Family Fun & Activities
Lawn Games
Splash Pad
Outdoor Market Featuring Local Vendors
Sip & Patio Vibes
Dad-Approved Fun
BookGive Free Book Distribution
Be sure to stop by the craft station, where proceeds and participation will benefit Food for Hope and support local students and families facing food insecurity.
Whether you're looking for family activities, summer entertainment, unique local vendors, or ways to support your community, the Summer Solstice Celebration is a great opportunity to enjoy an evening outdoors while giving back.
Jun
20
7:00 AM07:00
Saturday, June 20: Unicorn 5k Fun Run at Carpenter Park Fields
Unicorn 5k. The event takes place on Saturday, June 20, from 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Join the Unicorn 5K Fun Run in Thornton on Saturday, June 20 from 9:00–9:30 a.m. for a fun, family-friendly run that supports a great cause with Food for Hope.
Dress up in your best unicorn costume and choose your pace—walk, trot, canter, or gallop! This inclusive 5K is perfect for all fitness levels. Not ready for the full distance? No problem—there’s also a relaxed 3/4-mile untimed “saunter,” designed to get your heart rate up without the pressure of a sprint.
Participants will receive a commemorative event T-shirt and a flashy unicorn finisher medal to celebrate crossing the finish line.
Enjoy additional event fun with The Balloon Guy, back again this year creating custom balloon creations for participants and families.
Bring your friends and save while you register:
Earn up to $20 back through the referral program
Teams of 5 or more receive $5 off per registration
Sign up today and make an impact by supporting Food for Hope through your registration or by bringing food donations on race day. Donation options will be available during registration.
Jun
18
11:00 AM11:00
Thursday, June 18: Pizza Party at Perry's in Northglenn, CO
Drop by Perry’s Pizza in Northglenn, CO for Lunch or Dinner to enjoy some Hot Pizza, Wings or whatever your favorite item is. 20% of ALL Food and Drinks will support Food for Hope food programming inside of local Adams County, Colorado Schools. PLEASE MENTION FOOD FOR HOPE!
May
1
to May 16
Saturday, May 16: Celebrate Snooze's Birthday with Food for Hope!
Celebrate Snooze’s Birthday with your donation to Food for Hope on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from Open to Close. Make a $20 donation to Food for Hope and receive a Free Pancake Card and 1 Snooze Merch Item (Hat, TShirt or Mug - while supplies last). All funds raised will support our Food Programming in local Adams County School here in Colorado.
Apr
17
to May 26
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 6pm-8pm: Kick Off to Summer at Chicken N Pickle
Join Food for Hope at Chicken N Pickle Thornton for a Kick Off to Summer including games and fun summer giveways! All foods purchased will benefit Food for Hope and perhaps some Staff Members will join you on the Pickle Courts. Wear your Food for Hope Apparel…See you There!
Apr
16
5:30 PM17:30
4/16/2026: Rooted in Hope - Deep Roots, Bright Futures - A Farm to Table Experience
Rooted in Hope – Deep Roots, Bright Futures
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Food for Hope’s signature fundraising dinner, Rooted in Hope – Deep Roots, Bright Futures, A Farm to Table Experience. This inspiring night brings our community together to support the growth of food programming for students and families in Adams County Schools, with a focus on fresh and culturally cultivated foods.
Enjoy a delicious Farm-to-Table Dinner from the Hispanic Restaurant Association, but beforehand, gather around our Storytelling Table, Enjoy a Gourmet Popcorn Bar as well as Immersive Games and Experiences!
Come for the food, stay for the stories, and leave knowing you helped plant hope and grow brighter futures in our community.
Sponsorships Available- Please contact Darcie@foodforhope.net
Ticket sales have closed. However, we have a few seats left! If you would like to attend this event, please contact Emily directly at emily@foodforhope.net.
WANT TO SUPPORT FOOD FOR HOPE IN OUR SILENT AUCTION?
(Log in Details, Bidding Details and Pick Up Information inside of link in button.)
Mar
2
to Mar 31
March 2026: Chick fil A Food Drive!
All Month Long if you drop by one of the THREE above Chick-fil-A Locations and donate one of the items from the list…we hear you might get a Sweet Surprise! All the items needed are listed above, no expired or open foods and all of these items are requested or used regularly in our food programming in Adams County Schools. HELP US FILL OUR SHELVES!
Mar
1
to Mar 31
March 2026: ALL MONTH LONG at Malibu Jack's in Thornton, CO
Have you been to Malibu Jack’s in Thornton, CO yet? Here is your chance to donate some boxed cereal and in exchange be gifted Free Ride passes. Help us fill our Cereal Shelves, which currently are empty. Cereal is an item we do not purchase but is so nice for local families and students. The students that visit our In School Food Pantries love picking out the cereal for the week. Drop in Malibu Jack’s through the end of the month with your Cereal Donations!
Jan
13
to Feb 13
Friday 2/13/26: Dutch Luv Day at Area Dutch Bros!
We LOVE Dutch Bros! Dutch Bros is partnering with Food for Hope for their Annual Dutch Luv Day on Friday 2/13/26. All Day at the following locations each drink purchased will allow $1 to be donated back to Food for Hope. Go get your fix!
LOCATIONS:
16743 Washington St, Thornton, CO 80023
1571 E 120th Ave, Northglenn, CO 80233
13792 Colorado Blvd, Thornton, CO 80602
120 W Bridge St., Brighton, CO 80601
Take a look at the Dutch Bros Menu here!
Jan
2
to Feb 17
2/17/2026 - Empty Bowls at Riverdale High School
February 17, 2026 - 5:30pm at Riverdale High School in Brighton
Support Food for Hope at this NEW Event: Empty Bowls at Riverdale High School sponsored by the Varsity Boys Basketball Team, DECA, Visual Arts, and ProStart, all part of Riverdale High! Purchase your bowl and receive a delicious warm meal all while supporting Food for Hope!
Jan
1
to Jan 31
Sunday Brunch Sundays in January 2026: Bison Grill at Buffalo Run Golf Course
For the month of January Food for Hope is partnering with the Bison Grill at the Buffalo Run Golf Course. Bring your Food Donations or make a donation while there and you will receive 10% off your Sunday Brunch!
Nov
13
to Dec 31
12/16/25 - 12/30/2025 Chicken N Pickle CUP Campaign
12/16/25 - 12/31/25: Chicken N Pickle, Thornton, CO
Looking for some Holiday Fun? Grab a Reusable Plastic Cup Beverage at Thornton Area Chicken N Pickle and Food for Hope benefits from Dec. 16, 2025 through Dec. 31, 2025! Each Reusable Cup Purchased will support local students and families who are food insecure in Adams County Schools.
$.25 back Per Resuable Cup!
Nov
13
to Nov 22
Saturday 11/22/25 (ALL DAY) DUTCH BROS COFFEE - Local Community GIVE BACK Day
Drop by any local are 15 Dutch Bros Coffee on Saturday 11/22/25 from 5a-11p and your drinks purchased will benefit Food for Hope. Local Stores include: Westminster, Thornton, Northglenn, Federal Heights, Brighton, Commerce City and more!
Oct
6
to Nov 20
Feed 5000 - 2025
This November, Food for Hope and our community partners will provide 2,500 Holiday Meal Boxes to families in Adams County schools. Each box feeds a family of 4–6 and includes shelf stable holiday items plus a gift card for fresh produce or extra groceries.
This year, our Families Supporting Families campaign will make an even bigger impact — and your support is more important than ever. For just $35, you can sponsor a family and bring hope to their holiday table.
Support a family today at www.feed5000.gives.
Interested in being a Corporate Sponsor for Feed 5000? Email: Darcie@foodforhope.net
Volunteer opportunities will be posted later this month!
Oct
3
to Oct 12
10/12/25 - Spooky Streets Stroll
Looking for a Spooky Fun time? Drop by the Orchard Town Center on Sunday 10/12/25 from 11am-2pm to show off costumes, trick or treat, play games and more! Come find our booth for a fun gift or treat (while supplies last).
Sep
6
3:00 PM15:00
3rd Annual Thornton Bike-n-Brew
Gearing up for the Thornton Bike-n-Brew 2025 on Saturday, September 6th— trails, tunes, brews, and big community vibes!
Don’t miss the ride, the fun, or the chance to make a real impact! Staring time is 3pm, ride together at 3:15pm or ride on your own!
Sponsorships & Business Booths Available: Darcie@foodforhope.net.
Click the button below for more details and to register! Your participation will make a positive impact in our community through your donation to Food for Hope. We look forward to seeing you there!
Aug
10
10:00 AM10:00
Sunday 8/10/25: Bubble Bash 2025 - Orchard Town Center
We always enjoy this Bubbly-Fun Event with the Orchard Town Center! This is the perfect way to celebrate the end of summer. Drop by for bubbles, fun and more!
*Bubble Table Sales help support Food for Hope.
Want to Volunteer?
Jul
19
9:00 AM09:00
Mudapalooza Volleyball, City of Northglenn!
Looking for a FUN, ACTIVE outdoor event this summer?
Mudapalooza Volleyball is where it’s at!
Join the City of Northglenn Recreation Department for this epic, mud-filled volleyball showdown—and support a great cause while you play!
Beer purchases benefit Food for Hope, so come thirsty and generous!
Sign up your team to serve, set, and spike in support of Food for Hope!
It’s messy, it’s exciting, and it’s making a difference.
Learn more & register: Muddapalooza Volleyball Info
Jun
1
to Jun 30
June 1 - June 30: Sweat for a Cause! (Nutri-Fit by Natalie)
Sweat for a Cause This June!
5% of All Group Class Proceeds Will Be Donated to Food for Hope!
Help us support local kids and families in need—just by showing up and moving your body! Bring a friend, purchase a class package, and consider donating non-perishable food items to stock food pantries:
Boxes of crackers, Tuna or Chicken Packs, Easy Meals, Granola & Breakfast Bars, Trail Mix, Beef Jerky
'‘Nutri-Fit by Natalie is proud to partner with Food for Hope, a local nonprofit dedicated to combating childhood hunger in Adams County. Let’s support their mission!”
Together, we can fuel futures with fitness and food.
Sign up for Fitness Classes here! (Nutri-Fit by Natalie is located at 120th & Pecos, Westminster, CO)
May
12
to Jun 26
June 26, 2025, 6pm-8pm: Sip, Savor and Support!
Join us at Johnny's Steakhouse for a Summer Evening to Remember!
Soak up the happy summer vibes on the patio with live music by Rayna Marie, delicious food and wine pairings, and—this time—a yummy dessert wine tasting to top it all off!
A portion of proceeds will benefit Food for Hope, helping us nourish more students as we grow.
Come learn more about how we wrapped up the school year and where we are on our Growth Initiative —we'd love to share the journey with you.
See you at Johnny’s! Tickets available on Open Table: Johnny’s Steakhouse Thornton, Experiences, Sip Savor and Support!
May
1
to May 2
Decade of Hope - Birthday Bash!
JOIN US: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Location: Brighton Armory Events Center
Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm
Join us at the Brighton Armory Events Center to celebrate 10 years of Food for Hope! Get ready for a night packed with food trucks, games, auctions, live entertainment, and nonstop fun. Rock your casual Birthday Bash attire, and let’s make this celebration unforgettable! Don’t miss out—come party with us and toast to 10 years of spreading hope! This year, all tickets will be sold individually. Attendees will be free to enjoy the activities in the order they prefer and open seating will be available for those that want to eat together. This is going to be a unique event that you don't want to miss, so reach out to your friends, colleagues, or family and purchase your tickets today.
Want to check out our Online Auction? The Online Auction starts Thursday 5/1 at 10am and runs until Friday 5/2 at Noon!
