October 2026 Newsletter: Fall Into Giving

The holiday season is upon us. It is an exciting time of year, but for many it is impossible to provide extra celebrations when it's a challenge to meet basic needs. This is especially true this year with families experiencing loss of federal medical and nutritional support. I was able to gain some context around these changes when I attended a roundtable discussion with Senator Michael Bennet and other hunger-relief partners at Food Bank of the Rockies. Our conversation affirmed the importance of recognizing that food insecurity doesn't always look the way one might think. Many of our neighbors are struggling to feed their families even when it appears from the outside that things are OK. You can read more details about this conversation and hear some of the stories of the families Food for Hope serves in this month's blog.

In light of these circumstances, Food for Hope is striving to rally around our neighbors and provide as much extra food support as possible this holiday season. Feed 5000preparations and fundraising are in full swing! This event, in partnership with ThornCreek Church, provides over 2,500 families with a holiday meal they can cook and serve in their own homes. We are 50% of the way to our fundraising goal! If you or your business would like to sponsor a family (or many families!), then please click the button below.

As you prepare for your family's holiday celebrations, we hope that you will engage with us to show love and give dignity to our neighbors in need. Whether it's through Feed 5000, a year-end gift, or becoming a monthly financial donor- your partnership will give light and hope this holiday season.

Warmly, 

Emily Stromquist, Executive Director
emily@foodforhope.net

Feed 5000 - 2026 

Feed 5000 is back! This annual event is all about neighbors helping neighbors, and this year’s Feed 5000 week runs Monday, November 16th through Friday, November 20th.

Box packing happens on Monday & Tuesday, November 16th & 17th and food distribution will take place on the rest of the week! 

There are two ways you can be part of it:

Sponsor a box. For just $35, you can provide a box of food for a local family. Each box contains holiday meal sides, dessert, and a grocery gift card that allows each family to choose the food items that are most meaningful to them. It’s a simple, powerful way for families to support families in our community. 

Volunteer. Volunteer sign-ups open Monday, November 2nd. We’ll need help with packing 2500 boxes, and spots tend to fill quickly, so mark your calendar and grab your shift early!  

Whether you give, volunteer, or both, you’re helping make sure more families have what they need this season. Thank you for being part of Feed 5000!

Senator Bennet's Roundtable Discussion

Food for Hope Joins Senator Bennet’s Roundtable on Food Insecurity

On October 14th, Food for Hope joined a select group of local food and nutrition organizations for a roundtable hosted by U.S. Senator Michael Bennet. This discussion took place at the Food Bank of the Rockies and highlighted the growing need for nutritional support across the Denver metro area.

Executive Director Emily Stromquist shared how, when SNAP benefits froze during last year’s government shutdown, Food for Hope was asked to triple or quadruple its output within a week.

The conversation was, ‘Well, these families are losing their SNAP support. Everyone just go to your local food pantry,’” Emily said. “And local food pantries were left with very few resources to handle that.”

We were inspired by our hunger relief partners and the collective impact that we are able to make together. It is going to take all of us doing our part to address the growing food insecurity across our state. We were thankful to have a seat at the table!

Denver 7 News & Mapleton Schools

We were honored to be part of a recent Denver 7 News segment on food insecurity in our community! At the invitation of our partners at Food Bank of the Rockies, we had the chance to showcase our food pantry at Mapleton Public Schools and our Food Distribution Hub in Thornton.

The segment featured interviews with our Executive Director, Emily Stromquist, the Family Liaison at Mapleton Public Schools, Enid Nieves, and a local shopper who regularly visits the pantry. Together, they shared how this resource helps families put food on the table and why access close to home matters so much.

We’re grateful to Food Bank of the Rockies for thinking of us and to Denver 7 for helping shine a light on this important issue. Most of all, thank you to the families, volunteers, and supporters who continue to make our pantries possible. 

Tiffany's Employee Highlight

Meet Tiffany, our Director of Community Engagement!

 Since joining Food for Hope in 2022 as our Director of Community Engagement, Tiffany has played a key role in working with our volunteers and coordinating volunteer opportunities across our programs. Tiffany also works alongside volunteers to unload food pallets in the warehouse and helps coordinate community events and food drives that advance our mission to fight childhood hunger in Adams County. 

We’re grateful for Tiffany’s dedication to bringing people together and making a difference for the students and families we serve!

Community Connections

The following local businesses, individuals, or groups helped fill our food shelves during late September & October:

Good Shepherd United Methodist Church: 151lbs

CIMA Energy Golf Tournament: 195lbs & $2800

Trailwinds of Hope Golf Tournament: 55lbs

Thorncreek Church: 32lbs

Spooky Sweets Stroll: $2043

The holiday season is here, and many folks are looking for ways to support food organizations in their community. We would love your support!

Would your group, team, or business like to host a food drive for Food for Hope? Connect with Tiffany@foodforhope.net, and we’ll provide you with a fun theme, collection bins, and signs.

You can even host a virtual food drive, which allows us to purchase needed food items at discounted prices! 

Please email: Tiffany@foodforhope.net or review giving at: www.foodforhope.net/food-items

What's Happening Food for Hope? 

Would you help share our story?

The School Year is Here, and it's the perfect time to help Food for Hope grow our impact through our Fresh Hope, Fresh Starts initiative!

As we kick off a new school year, we're looking to connect with local businesses, community groups, faith organizations, and individuals who are passionate about ensuring students and families have access to healthy food.

You can help by introducing Food for Hope to potential partners, sponsors, volunteers, or donors in your network. A simple conversation or email introduction can create new opportunities to support local families throughout the year.

You can also amplify our mission by sharing our newsletter, website, and social media posts, and by leaving a Google Review. Every connection, share, and review helps bring Fresh Hope and Fresh Starts to more students and families across our community.

Links are below — Follow Us & Share!

2025-2026 Annual Report

The 2025–2026 school year was filled with growth, community support, and meaningful impact. From our school food pantries to our weekend meal bags and other food programs, we’re proud of what we were able to accomplish together.

HERE’S A LOOK AT OUR IMPACT:

• 27,021 weekend food bags distributed

• 128,923 School Fuel snacks provided

• 2,500 Feed 5000 food boxes distributed

• 109,532 lbs. of food distributed through our school food pantries

• 92 boxes of fresh and shelf-stable food provided to families experiencing homelessness

• 272,000 lbs. of food distributed across all Food for Hope programs

On average, 1,748 individuals were served each month through our food pantries, while an average of 3,800 individuals were served each month across all of our programs.

None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our donors, community partners, and volunteers. Your generosity, time, and dedication helped us ensure that these students and families across Adams County had access to the food they need!

It is truly incredible to see the impact we made this year, and the increases we've seen in food distribution throughout the years!

Colorado Food Banks Strapped For Resources To Meet Growing Demand Amid Inflation, SNAP Cuts

By Lindsey Toomer

When SNAP benefits froze during the government shut down last year, organizations like Food for Hope, an organization that supports nutrition for kids, were suddenly asked to triple or quadruple their output within a week, Executive Director Emily Stromquist said. Families who had never needed food support suddenly found themselves relying on food banks, she said.

“The conversation was, ‘Well, these families are losing their SNAP support. Everyone just go to your local food pantry,’” Stromquist said. “And local food pantries were left with very few resources to handle that.” 

One mother helped by Food for Hope is unable to work consistent hours because she supports four children with disabilities, Stromquist said. While her kids are fed lunch at school, she relied on food pantries for dinners. That meant better nutrition for the mother, too, because while kids are fed at school, parents aren’t, so she sometimes skipped meals.

Rising Costs And SNAP Cuts Put A New Pressure On Food Banks And Families

By John Daley

“The margin between making it and paying your bills and having food on the table or not is razor-thin,” said Emily Stromquist, the Executive Director of Food for Hope, which focuses on children and schools.

She said people are also losing medical coverage and having to pay out of pocket for care, which can be a major expense. 

“You're seeing families who have never needed food support. They've never visited a food bank and they're coming in going, ‘How do I do this?’”

Denver 7: How food pantries at local schools are helping to feed families.

Food for Hope was thrilled to be interviewed by 7 News for the Food Bank of the Rockies, 7 Day to Help End Hunger story. Food for Hope is a Hunger Relief Partner of the Food Bank of the Rockies, purchasing about 80% of the food we distribute from them.

About 157,000 Colorado children are now experiencing food insecurity, an increase of roughly 30,000 in one year, according to Food Bank of the Rockies. School pantries like the one at Mapleton Public Schools in Adams County are helping fill the gap by offering free groceries to any family with an enrolled student. Food for Hope runs the Wolverine Den by stocking shelf stable and fresh foods and providing volunteers!

September 2026 Newsletter: Back to School, Welcome Fall!

September is the time when school, sports, and activities pick up to full speed after the slow days of Summer. The same is true here at Food for Hope! We are back up to ordering thousands of pounds of food and hosting almost 100 volunteers each week to make sure our programs run smoothly. And one things is clear - we need you! As we close out Hunger Action Month, it's the perfect time to get involved. 

During September, the community stepped up in a big way. Thank you to all who came out to the 4th Annual Bike n Brew. You helped us raise over $4,200 to fight hunger in our community. We were also the beneficiary of some epic food drives to help us keep up with the increased demand we are seeing in our pantries. Did you know that we have added extra open hours at some of our locations to accommodate need? The only way we can continue, is with your support.

Looking ahead, we have some exciting events coming up:

We have many events coming up soon, so please take a look below! To highlight a few, The Spooky Sweets Stroll at the Orchard Town Center on October 11th, Trunk or Treat for HOPE on October 17th, and the launch of Feed 5000, our Holiday meal box program, which provides 2,500 families with a holiday meal they can cook and serve in their own homes

Watch for more details soon. We can't wait to see you there!

Warmly, 

Emily Stromquist, Executive Director

emily@foodforhope.net

Impact Quotes

Little Clem Update  

Just a few more days to help Little Clem!

Food for Hope only has a few more days to reach our goal of raising $12,000 to add a lift gate to our new delivery truck! Currently we are at just over $7,000, which is only about 59%, and we could really use your help.

This upgrade will mean that our team can load and unload heavy crates of fresh produce faster, safer, and more easily than ever before. That improvement translates into more fruits and vegetables reaching families in Adams County schools, and more kids with healthy food on the table -  Fresh hope, Fresh Starts!

Today is the last day to donate for our Liftgate Campaign. Every donation, big or small, can help make this happen. Please consider donating through the link below!

Thank you to all who have already supported this special project and thank you for helping Little Clem keep rolling!

2026 Bike n Brew

Thank you Bike Riders and Food for Hope Supporters!

Thank you for an amazing 4th annual Bike n Brew!

Thanks to everyone who supported Food for Hope, we raised over $4,200 to fight hunger in our community!

A huge thank you to the City of Thornton, our Premier Sponsor; Satire Brewing for hosting; The Crossfades, Denver's own '90s alternative band, for an awesome performance; and all the local businesses who joined our community fair. The Oktoberfest theme and Official Steinholding was a hilarious addition to the event!

We'll be back next year bigger than ever. See you at the 5th annual Bike n Brew or do we maybe call it Oktoberfest?! Stay tuned....

Thank you Food for Hope Supporters and Volunteers!

Community Connections

Thank you for your amazing donations !

The following local businesses, individuals, or groups helped fill our food shelves during late August and September:

The Body Refinery: 85lb and $244

Good Shepherd United Methodist Church: 58lbs

Jenny L. Birthday Party: 149lbs

Tyler & Joe Mile High Karate: 802lbs 

ThornCreek Church Hope Week: 2,041lbs

Little Clem Lift Gtate Fund

Adolfson & Peterson: $1400

Adams Centennial Lyons Club: $1200

Crossroads Construction: $500

Would your group, team or business like to host a Food Drive for Food for Hope? We will come up with a fun Holiday Theme, create flyers, and offer collection bins. The holiday season is rapidly approaching so reach out, you can even host a Virtual Food Drive!

Please email: Tiffany@foodforhope.net or review giving at: www.foodforhope.net/donate

What's Happening at Food for Hope? 

Feed 5000 is around the corner! Food for Hope will officially kick off Feed 5000 on Oct. 5, 2026. Feed 5000 is a Holiday Meal Box Program when Food for Hope and Community Partners come together to pack and distribute 2500 Holiday Meal Boxes to Adams County Schools.

Would your family like to Help A Local Family with your donation of $35?

Would your Office or Business like to be a Business Sponsor (email Darcie@foodforhope.net)?

Are you interested in Volunteering?

All of these questions can be answered in the link below!

Would you help share our story?

The School Year is Here, and it's the perfect time to help Food for Hope grow our impact through our Fresh Hope, Fresh Starts initiative!

As we kick off a new school year, we're looking to connect with local businesses, community groups, faith organizations, and individuals who are passionate about ensuring students and families have access to healthy food.

You can help by introducing Food for Hope to potential partners, sponsors, volunteers, or donors in your network. A simple conversation or email introduction can create new opportunities to support local families throughout the year.

You can also amplify our mission by sharing our newsletter, website, and social media posts, and by leaving a Google Review. Every connection, share, and review helps bring Fresh Hope and Fresh Starts to more students and families across our community.

Follow Us & Share - @FoodforhopeCO

9/3/26: Fox 31 Do Gooder of the Week!

We're thrilled to share that Food for Hope was nominated for Do Gooder of the Week by Great Day Colorado on Fox 31! This recognition belongs to our incredible volunteers as much as it does to us — none of the good we do in the community would be possible without you. Stop by the office to check out our special plaque celebrating the honor!

Watch the Clip Here!

August Newsletter 2026 - Fresh Hope Fresh Starts

As we welcome the 2026–27 school year, we are excited to introduce a new theme that captures what we hope to bring to every student and family we serve: Fresh Hope, Fresh Starts.

A new school year brings new backpacks, new classrooms, new teachers, new goals—and for many families, new challenges. At Food for Hope, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to begin the school year with the food and support they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Fresh Hope, Fresh Starts is about more than fresh food; it is about creating opportunity, strengthening families, and reminding our community that no one has to face food insecurity alone.

We are already seeing the need firsthand. As the school year gets underway, traffic at the Adams 14 Hope Center Food Pantry has greatly increased, with more families coming through the doors for fresh and nutritious food to help stock their kitchens and support their households. To improve accessibility, we are also adding an additional day of open hours at our Mapleton Wolverine Den pantry. These are powerful reminders that our work matters—and that our community's support is needed now more than ever.

And speaking of fresh starts, Little Clem needs a little lift! Our new refrigerated truck, Little Clem, is already helping us transport fresh food to local schools. Unlike our larger truck, Little Clem does not have a lift gate. Adding a lift gate will make loading and unloading food much safer and easier for our volunteers while allowing us to get even more fresh food where it is needed. We are excited to invite our community to help Lift Up Little Clem and give this little truck the lift it needs!

This month, we are also bringing our core volunteers together to reconnect, launch new ideas, and prepare for the year ahead. Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do, and these conversations help us make sure we are working together, listening, improving, and creating the best possible experience for the students and families we serve.

Finally, don't forget to grab your spot at Bike N Brew (Saturday September 26 from 3pm-6pm) for a fun Oktoberfest-themed day filled with a community bike ride, great connections, live music, and a stein-holding competition! Grab your family, bring your friends, and come enjoy a day of community, laughter, and support for Food for Hope. We would love to see you there!

As we begin another school year, thank you for helping us create Fresh Hope, Fresh Starts for the students and families in our community. Every volunteer, donor, partner, and supporter plays a part in making sure that when a family needs help, Food for Hope is there.

Here’s to a fresh school year, fresh food, fresh opportunities—and fresh hope for the year ahead.

 Warmly, 

 Emily Stromquist, Executive Director

emily@foodforhope.net

Can You Help Little Clem Get a Liftgate?

We're excited to introduce you to our newest team member — Little Clem, our new refrigerated truck! Little Clem is here to help us move fresh food farther and faster to the students and families we serve across Adams County.

There's just one thing standing in his way: a liftgate. Without it, loading and unloading fresh produce is slow and physically demanding for our team. With it, we can deliver more fresh food, more efficiently, to the 40+ schools we support each week.

That's why we're launching a 30-day campaign to raise $12,000 — enough to get Little Clem fully equipped and on the road.

We'd love for you to be part of it. Whether it's a gift, a share on social media, or simply spreading the word, every bit of support helps Little Clem get the lift he needs.

Community Connections

These community partners helped fill our shelves over July and August: 

Snooze: 6 year Anniversary - $1446

City of Thornton: Thornton Youth Volunteer Core  - 674 lbs (King Soopers Food Drive)

Eastlake Rail Yard Events - $2000

Amazon Meal Kits: 240 Meal Kits

Church 8025 Meal Kits: 40 Meal Kits 

Thorncreek Church: 148 lbs 

Good Shepherd United Methodist Church: 175 lbs (Monthly Food Drive)

It's Back-to-School Food Drive Time!

As students head back to school, Food for Hope is stocking our In-School Food Pantries with essentials like cereal, snacks, canned fruit, strawberry jam, and more!

Businesses, schools, neighborhoods, and community groups can help by hosting a Back-to-School Food Drive or participating through our Virtual Food Drive.

We provide collection bins, flyers, fun themes, and resources to make it easy!

Help us fill the shelves and nourish local students and families!

Email Tiffany@foodforhope.net for next steps! 

What’s Happening at Food for Hope?

NOW THROUGH SEPTEMBER:

Looking for a fun summer outing? Visit the People + Produce Farmers Market at Carpenter Park in Thornton on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays through September from 5:00–8:00 PM. Enjoy fresh produce, local vendors, artisan foods, live music, and the popular Farm Bar.

Best of all, a portion of adult beverage sales from the Farm Bar supports Food for Hope, helping provide food assistance to local students and families. Come shop local, enjoy the community, and support a great cause!

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 26, 2026, 3pm-6pm:

Get ready for the 4th Annual Thornton Bike n Brew on Saturday, September 26 from 3pm-7pm! Starting and ending at Satire Brewing in Thornton, right next to the Food for Hope office, this year's Oktoberfest-themed celebration is shaping up to be our best yet. Enjoy a scenic ride, connect with local businesses, enter exciting giveaways, relax with Octoberfest Themed cold drinks and delicious food as well as enter the SteinHolding Competition (6pm). Stick around after the ride for live 90's alternative music from The Crossfades, a local Denver favorite starting at 7pm. Help us raise $15,000 to support 3,000 local students! 

The School Year is Here, and it's the perfect time to help Food for Hope grow our impact through our Fresh Hope, Fresh Starts initiative!

As we kick off a new school year, we're looking to connect with local businesses, community groups, faith organizations, and individuals who are passionate about ensuring students and families have access to healthy food.

You can help by introducing Food for Hope to potential partners, sponsors, volunteers, or donors in your network.A simple conversation or email introduction can create new opportunities to support local families throughout the year.

You can also amplify our mission by sharing our newsletter, website, and social media posts, and by leaving a Google Review. Every connection, share, and review helps bring Fresh Hope and Fresh Starts to more students and families across our community.

Links are below — Follow Us & Share!

Summer of Hope: June & July Edition

Food for Hope primary logo.

One thing for certain this summer is that our neighbors still need us to remember them. Due to the high cost of living, many families remain right on the edge of being able to pay their bills and ensure that their children have the food they need each day. SNAP cuts and lack of school structure mean that many parents are doing everything they can to ensure their children are fed. Just the other day, I was told that residents in a local apartment complex are waiting in a large crowd for each week's fresh food box distribution. The need is real.

During the summer months, Food for Hope is distributing food through the channels available to us. We are also strengthening our systems for the school year to come. Last week, Food for Hope purchased a refrigerated truck so that we can transport more fresh food at all of our sites! We will also be having a staff retreat to connect, re-group, and discuss how we can better serve the Adams County school districts moving forward. Food for Hope is also a part of many fun summer events!  All of the details are below, and we hope to see you out and about around the community.

Finally, be sure to check out June's blog post. Our Director of Development, Darcie Castigliano-Ball, shares about our Corporate sponsorship program and how those relationships are vital to our organization. Thank you for your ongoing support. We need community partners to move our mission forward. Your engagement makes a difference!

 Warmly, 

 Emily Stromquist, Executive Director

emily@foodforhope.net

Impact quote from one of the families that shops our in-school food banks.

Impact quote from one of the families that shops our in-school food banks.

What is Food for Hope up to This Summer?

Volunteers helping at the Craft Table at the Summer Solstice Orchard Town Center event.

Summer may be a slower season for schools, but Food for Hope has been busier than ever! Our team and volunteers have been out in the community attending fun events, hosting fundraisers, and building new connections to support local families. We have also been able to keep two of our In-School Food Pantries open throughout June to ensure students and families continue to have access to nutritious food when school is out. In addition, we are proud to partner with Adams 12 Five Star Schools on their Summer Food Box Outreach Program, helping provide food assistance to families across the district.

From packing food and supporting outreach efforts to representing Food for Hope at community events, our incredible volunteers have been making a difference every step of the way. Thank You All!

Spotlight: Thornton Bike N Brew 9/26/26!

Thornton Bike N Brew event flyer.

Get ready for the 4th Annual Thornton Bike n Brew on Saturday, September 26 from 3pm-7pm! Starting and ending at Satire Brewing in Thornton, right next to the Food for Hope office, this year's Oktoberfest-themed celebration is shaping up to be our best yet. Enjoy a scenic ride, connect with local businesses, enter exciting giveaways, and relax with cold drinks and delicious food. Stick around after the ride for live 90's alternative music from The Crossfades, a local Denver favorite.

Our goal is to help feed more than 3,000 food-insecure students in Adams County schools by raising $15,000. You can support this effort by signing up for the ride, making a donation, sharing our event page to others, or simply stopping by to enjoy the festivities. Every dollar raised helps provide food and hope to local children and families. Join us for a great day and make a lasting impact in our community!

Want to highlight your business with a Business Booth?

Email: Darcie@foodforhope.net

or go to the Bike n Brew Event Page HERE!

Community Connections

Mapleton School employees helping out at Food for Hope.

These connections helped support Food for Hope with food donations this past month: 
Sascho Food/Monetary Drive: 16lbs, $100

Good Shepherd United Methodist Church: 82lbs - May Monthly Food Drive and June Monthly Food Drive 200lbs

Mapleton Explore PK-8: $262 (Virtual Food Drive)

City of Northglenn: 296lbs (Annual Food Drive)

Parry's Pizza Dining Day: $300+

Chicken n Pickle Dining Night: $144

Summer Solstice - Orchard Town Center: Craft Table $500

Murphy Company Annual Car Wash: $3,664

Unicorn 5k Food Donations: 277lbs

 While summer is a quieter season for Food for Hope, food drives remain essential as we prepare for the busy back-to-school months ahead. We are already working to stock the shelves for our In-School Food Pantries so they are ready to serve students and families when schools reopen this fall, while also supporting the pantries that remain open during the summer.

Consider hosting a fun summer-themed food drive with your business, organization, neighborhood, or community group. Your support helps ensure our shelves are filled and ready for the thousands of students and families who rely on these resources. We can provide collection bins, promotional flyers, and creative ideas to make your food drive simple and successful!

Email Tiffany@foodforhope.net for next steps! 

What’s Happening at Food for Hope?

Mudapalooza event with the City of Northglenn graphic, happening on July 11th at 9 a.m.

Saturday, July 11: 8am-4pm

Mudapalooza Volleyball - Northglenn, CO 

Food for Hope will be partnering with Satire Brewing Company to serve adult beverages at the event. All adult beverage purchases go towards supporting Food for Hope! 

More Info Here

We also need volunteers aged 18+ to serve adult beverages at the event. To sign up click the green 'Sign-up for This Organization' button under current volunteer opportunities, and enter your email and phone number. Once your application is approved, you will be able to sign up to volunteer for the event.

Sign-up to Volunteer Here

Eastlake Railyard coming in July 2026 in Thornton, Colorado flyer.

Get ready for a summer full of great food, cold drinks, and live music at the Eastlake Rail Yard! Beginning late July 2026, and continuing through the end of September 2026 on Fridays and Saturdays. Old Town Eastlake will come alive on the east side of the railroad tracks with this fun and lively outdoor community gathering.

Hosted by Blessed BBQ and Satire Brewing Company, the Eastlake Rail Yard will feature delicious BBQ, local brews, live entertainment, and a welcoming atmosphere for friends and families. Best of all, 10% of adult beverages will be donated to Food for Hope, helping provide food support to local students and families throughout Adams County.

Come enjoy the best of summer while making a difference in your community!

Please follow East Lake Rail Yard for details!

People + Produce Marketplace on the 1st and third Thursdays happening June through September graphic.

Looking for a fun summer outing? Visit the People + Produce Farmers Market at Carpenter Park in Thornton on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays through September from 5:00–8:00 PM. Enjoy fresh produce, local vendors, artisan foods, live music, and the popular Farm Bar.

Best of all, a portion of adult beverage sales from the Farm Bar supports Food for Hope, helping provide food assistance to local students and families. Come shop local, enjoy the community, and support a great cause!

More Information here!

Would you Help Share our Story?

Food for Hope logo.

As Food for Hope continues to grow, you can help expand our impact by sharing our mission with friends, family, coworkers, and even your employer. Ask, "Does our company partner with local nonprofits?" A simple conversation can lead to new opportunities for local families.

You can also support us by sharing our newsletter, website, or social media pages—and by leaving us a Google Review. Every share and review helps more people discover Food for Hope and join us in building a stronger community.

Links are below — Follow Us & Share!

Leave Food for Hope a Google Review at https://www.tinyurl.com/foodforhopereviews

2026 Free Summer Meals & Food Assistance

2026 free summer meals and food assistance.

Looking for free meals, food assistance, and family support resources this summer? Check out our open food pantries and other resources listed below:

1. Find Food Near You with the Food Bank of the Rockies Food Finder:

https://www.foodbankrockies.org/find-food

2. 27J Schools Summer Meals Program (Open June 8–31):

https://www.sd27j.org/programs-services/meals/summer-meals

3. Adams 12 Free Summer Meals (Available for youth ages 1–18):

https://www.adams12.org/.../free-summer-meals-for-youth...

4. Westminster Public Schools Summer Meal Locations:

https://www.wps.org/.../cul.../summer-meal-program-locations

5. Need Additional Support?

Families can request assistance with:

• Health insurance

• Food assistance

• Housing and shelter resources

-Submit a referral:

https://www.adams12.org/.../submit-a-referral-for-resources

No child should go hungry this summer. Please share these resources with friends, neighbors, and families who may benefit. Together, we can help ensure every child has access to healthy meals and essential support.