Dear Supporters and Friends,
Working in hunger relief is never easy, but Food for Hope is currently facing one of the biggest challenges our organization has ever encountered. With SNAP benefits suspended for at least a month, millions of families across the nation are worried about having enough to eat. Right here in Adams County, over 30,000 children are at risk of going hungry. At a recent meeting, a representative from another food pantry shared that a parent told her they expected to eat very little in order to ensure their kids were fed. They said they would just drink water as long as it means the children have what they need.
No parent should have to be in this situation. Food for Hope is uniquely positioned to help during this crisis, and we are doing our best to mobilize extra resources in the coming weeks. However, we are not funded for the volume of food needed to meet this elevated need. This is where our incredible community can make a real difference. Your support is needed now more than ever. Our small organization can do mighty things with the backing of those who believe in our work.
You can help by choosing local, leading with your heart, and investing in your own community. I wrote our October Blog with more details about the SNAP Benefit suspension, so take a moment to check it out.
Whether your heart leads you to support a family through our Feed 5000 Holiday Meal Boxes, or to provide immediate relief via our SNAP Gap Emergency Fund, every gift makes a tangible difference. Every meal, every box, every act of kindness helps ensure children and families don’t have to face hunger alone.
Together, we can continue to stand strong as a community that cares, supports, and nourishes. Thank you for being a beacon of hope for so many in Adams County.
Warmly,
Executive Director
emily@foodforhope.net
Feed 5000 - Holiday Meal Boxes
IT'S TIME FRIENDS...This holiday season, join Food for Hope in bringing warmth, dignity, and full plates to local families through our Feed 5000 Holiday Meal Program!
Each $35 donation provides a complete holiday meal box for one Adams County family—filled with shelf-stable sides, dessert, and a gift card for fresh produce or meat. Every box is distributed through our partner school districts, ensuring that families who need it most feel supported and cared for.
This season, let’s make it about Families Supporting Families.
Give today and help spread hope—one meal, one family at a time!
Support a Local Family for the Holidays Here!
Food Pantry Highlight:
Wolverine Den at Mapleton Public Schools
This month, we’re thrilled to spotlight the Mapleton Schools Wolverine Den Food Pantry! Opened in March 2025, this pantry has been growing slow but steady—and is already making a meaningful impact. Just last week, we supported over 75 individuals from 16 Mapleton families!
During check-in, we learned that many families hadn’t visited a food pantry in over a year. It was heartwarming to see them shop for nutritious, shelf-stable items like oatmeal, cereal, pasta, rice, proteins, fruits, sauces, condiments, and vegetables.
We’re also excited to share that Food for Hope recently added a freezer to the Mapleton location—allowing us to now offer frozen meats and tortillas. Families have been especially grateful for this addition! We will also be adding a refrigerator and adding more fresh options in the coming months.
Each visit reminds us that access to good food truly brings hope and dignity to our neighbors. Click the link below to help us add extra food to the shelves of this location and at other schools during the upcoming month!
Food for Hope Named Hometown Heroes!
The Food for Hope team was honored to be selected as Hometown Heroes by Modern Woodmen of America, a Fraternal Financial Organization dedicated to supporting local communities.
The Hometown Heroes program recognizes individuals and organizations who make a difference through selfless service and dedication. Honorees are nominated by community members, and each award includes a generous donation from Modern Woodmen to support a local charity or cause of the recipient’s choice.
A huge thank you to Mandi and the team at Modern Woodmen of America for recognizing our work and partnering to fight food insecurity in our community. We also celebrated this special recognition with a fun luncheon at Main Event in Thornton, CO!
Community Connections
As we welcome fall and head into the holiday season, we’re feeling extra grateful for the incredible community support we receive all year long! Below are some of the amazing community partners from October who made a big impact.
CIMA Energy Golf Tournament: 282lbs and $3100
Orchard Town Center: Spooky Sweets Stroll $1500
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church Food Drive (Monthly): 74lbs
Dion's Pizza: $1,000 Grant and Staff Lunch
Modern Woodmen of America: Hometown Heroes Award and Donation
Echo City Church Food Drive: 1,304lbs
Malley Transitional Care Food Drive: 70lbs
If your company or group is interested in partnering with Food for Hope, we’d love to connect—please reach out to Darcie or Tiffany.
Food for Hope Merch NOW AVAILABLE!
Food for Hope is excited to share our new Online Merchandise Store! Each item you purchase helps to feed local students and families who need our help with food in their homes. Take a look around at the beautifully (& locally) designed apparel!
Upcoming Events
Monday Nov. 17, 2025 - Friday Nov. 21: Feed 5000 Week!
Click here for more information.
SAVE THE DATE:
Food for Hope Spring Gala, 4/16/26 at The Establishment, Westminster.
Would you help share our story?
Your voice is powerful! Food for Hope has a waitlist of schools requesting our programs, and that means children are missing out on essential nutrition every day. You can help our organization grow by sharing this newsletter, our website, or our social media pages with friends, family, and coworkers. This simple action takes less than a minute, and you’re helping expand our reach to support our work. Let’s build a stronger, more compassionate community—one connection at a time. Check out our social links below!
