The statistics are sobering: 1 in 8 Utahns, including 1 in 6 children, are food insecure. […]
The Cold Truth of Hunger in Utah
Category: Hunger in Utah
Gen Xers and Baby Boomers Feeling the Financial Squeeze
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 […]
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.” […]
MEET A.L.I.C.E.: The Newest Face of Hunger
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 […]
Utah Food Bank Hurricane Valley Food Pantry is Now Open!
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 […]
Ensuring Utah Kids Have Access to Nutritious Meals When School is Out
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 […]
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 […]
1 Billion Meals…. and Counting!
As we reflect on the previous year, it is with both gratitude for our accomplishments and a solemn acknowledgment of the challenges faced by those we serve. Inflation, coupled with the expiration of pandemic benefits has cast a long shadow, impacting every facet of our operations. Utah Food Bank finds itself on the frontline of […]