The SNAP Crisis Didn’t End.
It Changed.

The federal government shutdown last fall froze SNAP benefits. This crisis brought public food assistance into the national spotlight. For many people across Colorado and Wyoming, it was the first time they realized how many local families rely on SNAP — the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — to help put food on the table.

Our community of donors and volunteers responded immediately in the wake of the shutdown. The swift response enabled Food Bank of the Rockies and our Hunger Relief Partners to expand distributions and help families facing uncertainty.

While the shutdown ended and the headlines moved on, the challenges to food access did not, and many families are still struggling to access the support they need.

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From Recovery to Leadership:
Jaylen’s Journey

Jaylen is Food Bank of the Rockies' Distribution Supervisor. "The heart of the distribution team," he keeps everyone on track, motivated, and safe. But he had a lot of trauma growing up, which led him into substance use disorder and criminal activity. The Stout Street Foundation helped him with recovery, self-confidence in realizing his potential, and developing new work skills through a partnership with Food Bank of the Rockies. Now, six years later, Jaylen is a beloved leader of our food distribution operations