The statistics are sobering: 1 in 8 Utahns, including 1 in 6 children, are food insecure. […]
The Cold Truth of Hunger in Utah
Category: Food Donation
Soaring Costs of Back-to-School
“While Utah’s economy has grown, many families still struggle to make ends meet. Employment statistics alone don’t tell the whole story. We see these hardworking individuals reaching out for assistance every day.” […]
Stamp Out Hunger
Letter carriers and hunger share a common trait: they both persist regardless of the season. With 1 in 10 Utah children experiencing the uncertainty of where their next meal is coming from, and 317,000 Utahns at risk of missing a meal today, the statewide Stamp Out Hunger® food drive on Saturday, May 11th remains as […]
Addressing Childhood Hunger During Spring Break and Beyond
Spring Break is often a time of relaxation and a chance for families to unwind and escape the stresses of school. However, for many Utah children, this break from school also means a break from the reliable food they receive through school meal programs. As families struggle to provide additional meals on already tight budgets, […]
Embracing Hope: Utah Food Bank Unveils New Pantries on Navajo Nation
Amidst remarks and traditional Navajo Blessings, two ribbon-cutting ceremonies unfolded, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the fight against hunger statewide. We are thrilled to announce the opening of two new pantries, each spanning an impressive 4,000 square feet, strategically located in Montezuma Creek and Monument Valley, on the Navajo Nation. These […]
Hunger Can Make the Holidays Hurt
As the holidays approach, and you are making your list and checking it twice, please don’t forget the 1 in 10 Utah kids who are unsure of where their next meal will come from. Many who were already living paycheck to paycheck find themselves having to make tough choices this holiday season…a time when budgets naturally […]
GivingTuesday
Happy GivingTuesday! Today, an anonymous donor has generously stepped forward to double the impact of your kindness by matching your gift, up to $50,000! Your compassion has the power to make a significant difference in the lives of 1 in 10 Utah kids who are unsure of where their next meal will come from. Thanks […]
Run with an Attitude of Gratitude at the 18th Annual Utah Human Race on Thanksgiving Morning!
It’s that time of year again! Dust off your running shoes, put on your most creative costumes and come together with nearly 5,000 Utahns on Thanksgiving morning for our 18th Annual Utah Human Race. This beloved family-friendly event promises not only an energetic race, but also a chance to give back by fighting hunger with […]
Ensuring Utah Kids Have Access to Nutritious Meals When School is Out
For so many kids, summer means pools, sprinklers, and fun. But for a surprising number of Utah children–142,320 of them, in fact–summer means worrying about where their next meal will come from. When school is out, children lose access to school meal programs, and families must find a way to provide additional meals on already-tight […]
Stamp Out Hunger
Letter carriers and hunger have one thing in common: neither is impacted by the season. With 1 in 9 Utah children facing the pain and stress of hunger — and 289,000 Utahns at risk of missing a meal today – the statewide Stamp Out Hunger® food drive is as critical as ever. Our partner agencies […]