where to donate canned food

What is the Salvation Army Community Garden?

Each Salvation Army community garden provides a no-cost, renewable source of produce as well as vital work#N#structure for those involved in the cultivation and care of the food. These sustainable programs present a viable long-term solution to#N#chronic food insecurity while offering educational opportunities for children and adults alike.

What is the Salvation Army?

The Salvation Army is dedicated to eliminating food insecurity. As defined in 2017 USDA study, “food insecurity” is “a disruption to food intake or eating patterns due to lack of money or other resources.”.

How does food insecurity affect nutrition?

Food insecurity negatively impacts nutrition. In households struggling to afford groceries and meals: 68% are hungry but do not eat sufficiently because they cannot afford enough food. 95% cannot afford to eat balanced meals. Share.

Does the Salvation Army help with hunger?

In providing its hunger relief programs and services, The Salvation Army is committed to accommodating all those in need without unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic in accordance with our capacity to help.

ReFund Colorado Tax Program

You can make a donation with your Colorado Tax return by writing in Bienvenidos Food Bank and our ReFund #: 20083005420

WORKPLACE GIVING

The Bienvenidos Food Bank is a program of the Northwest Family Assistance Center, a 501 C 3 Colorado nonprofit organization.

FOOD DONATIONS – Due to temporary storage issues we are asking to not make food donations at this time (Aug. 17th). We are accepting full size shampoo, full size toothpaste and toothbrushes. Thanks for your understanding

We gladly accept your donations of nonperishable and perishable food to help stock our pantry!

FOOD DRIVES (Summer is a great time for a food drive as our pantry will be low)

If you, your group, school, business or church would like to host a food drive we can help! Contact us and we can provide helpful hints and any of these items to make your drive a success.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteers are an essential part of our organization. If you are interested in volunteering please email: [email protected] to find out available opportunities. Proof of vaccination is required for all new volunteers at this time (Aug. 1 2021)