As summer comes to an end and the excitement of a new academic year begins, it’s important to remember that for many students, the return to school also signifies the return of a concerning issue: back-to-school hunger. While the sight of bustling hallways and eager learners may seem promising, hunger is an often-overlooked reality impacting […]
Utah is home to majestic mountains, peaks and valleys, but we (along with much of the country) have arrived at a critical juncture known as the “Hunger Cliff” – the sudden end of increased Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits that were made available during the pandemic. On March 1, 2023, all SNAP recipients suffered […]
Summer is a tough time for families struggling to make ends meet and fill empty tummies without the help of school meals. Many overworked parents skip meals to save money in the face of rising costs. This is why we are working harder than ever to ensure Utah children facing hunger have access to nutritious […]
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 […]
Hunger could happen to any of us. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so it is important to think about the important role food plays in not only our physical health but our mental health as well. In Utah, 289,000 of our neighbors don’t always know where their next meal will come from. Going hungry […]
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 […]
Spring Break is supposed to be a time for relaxation, family vacations, and not worrying about anything school related. For Utah children who depend on school lunches, spring break presents a time of greater food insecurity. When children lose access to school meal programs during spring break, families must find a way to provide additional […]
Despite a record-setting snowfall, we proudly unveiled our Utah Food Bank Southern Distribution Center expansion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in St. George on March 2, 2023. Local businesses, elected officials, volunteers, supporters and community members joined as we celebrated the completion of this mission-critical project. Guests toured the 12,000 square feet of additional warehouse storage […]
Welcoming a new year is like an invitation for self-growth, and it’s a fresh start to better ourselves and our communities. If you’re looking for opportunities to make a difference, here are four ways to keep that New Year’s Resolution that will impact hunger throughout Utah. 1. If you resolved to be more active… Volunteer […]
Summer vacation isn’t over yet. In many school districts, it can last up to 90 days—and for kids and teens who rely on school meals—these last few weeks can feel like forever. There are hungry children in our community—like Lily, who used to love lunchtime. She’d have a sandwich, an apple, and peanut butter crackers. […]