In 2025, our mission of Fighting Hunger Statewide remains an urgent challenge, and one group continues to highlight the complexity of the issue: A.L.I.C.E. A.L.I.C.E. is an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. This represents working families who earn above the federal poverty threshold but still do not qualify state or federal assistance programs […]
As we bid farewell to 2024, we are reminded of the countless Utahns who face the harsh reality of hunger every day. Rising costs of housing, food, and other essentials have placed enormous pressure on hardworking families, forcing impossible decisions between putting food on the table or meeting other basic needs. This holiday season, you […]
As the holidays approach, we’re reminded of the season’s spirit: sharing, caring, and coming together as a community. But for many Utahns, this time of year is shadowed by uncertainty. While you’re busy making your list and checking it twice, we invite you to reflect on those in our community who are facing impossible choices—like […]
Happy GivingTuesday! This year, we’re thrilled to share some exciting news: an anonymous donor is doubling the impact of your generosity by matching every gift, dollar for dollar, up to $75,000! Your support can transform lives, especially for the 1 in 6 Utah kids who worry about where their next meal might come from. With […]
The statistics are sobering: 1 in 8 Utahns, including 1 in 6 children, are food insecure. […]
Many Utah families are struggling with rising living costs, and two groups are feeling the pressure more than most: Gen Xers and Baby Boomers. According to the 2024 Financial Literacy Survey, 13% of Americans—including many in Utah—are not making enough to cover their basic needs. Another 46% are barely staying afloat. For Utah’s Gen Xers […]
“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.” […]
In the fight against hunger, there’s a new face you should know about: A.L.I.C.E. A.L.I.C.E. stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. This term represents working families who earn above the federal poverty threshold but still don’t qualify for state or federal assistance such as SNAP or WIC benefits. Despite being employed, these families struggle […]
We’re thrilled to announce Utah Food Bank Hurricane Valley Food Pantry is complete and now open to serve the residents of Hurricane valley. This milestone is a significant part of our broader initiative of Fighting Hunger Statewide. With the opening of this pantry, we mark the culmination of our multi-pronged expansion project. This new pantry […]
While many children look forward to summer break for fun and games, it’s a different story for 1 in 10 Utah kids. Instead of packing for sleep-away camp, they worry about where their next meal will come from when school’s out. Without school meal programs, many families find themselves stretched thin, struggling to provide meals […]