Hard times have become even harder for the millions of American families facing food insecurity. Federal legislation passed in July represents one of the largest reductions to the SNAP program in history and is expected to result in millions of families losing some or all of their benefits.

Just as food banks and pantries were preparing to help families absorb these cuts, the ongoing government shutdown has created another crisis. This is the first time in history that the USDA has chosen to not use contingency funds to ensure payments during a shutdown. Therefore, SNAP benefits are at risk of being delayed or suspended beginning November 1, leaving low-income families without regular access to food. Combined with persistently high food prices, this is a particularly difficult time for families across the country, including here in Colorado and at South High School.

Programs like the Giving Grocery are more essential than ever. Please consider supporting your local food pantry and encouraging your friends to do the same.

Lori and Jen toured the new Food Bank of the Rockies facility opening in January

More than food - the Giving Grocery carries essential personal and household items.

We provide over 10 varities of fruits and vegetables every week.

Community in Action

Here are just some of the ways you've

helped South students recently.

Kenzi's Causes donated backpacks full of school supplies



Girl Scout Troop 65730 made birthday boxes with cake mix, candles, and handmade cards.

Grow Local Colorado and Blue Shed Urban Gardens, who manage the South garden, and other local gardeners brought vegetables, herbs, and flowers.

Bonnie Brae Cory Merrill Garden Club hosted their annual pumpkin patch benefiting the Giving Grocery and will be holding a glove drive next month.

Slavens Middle School students bagged 1,250 pounds of beans during their annual Day of Service.

Washington Park Methodist Church collected soap and toothpaste.

Park Lane Cares at Park Lane Condominiums collected is hosting monthly food drives.

Saunders Massage Therapy brought all sorts of essential food and personal care - even hair dryers!

Ms. Vatch's School Board of Education class collected personal care products, and Mr. Williams' Marketing class is collecting coats, personal care, and cereal.

South High School's Class of 1955 donated funds in honor of their 70th reunion! Thank you to South High Alumni and Friends for bolstering us in the alumni community.

Historic South Gaylord is including a food drive in their annual Trick or Treat Street.

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