Care and Share food bank in southern Colorado faces a $11M funding shortfall and increased demand as food insecurity rises.

Local food bank, Care and Share, in southern Colorado faces a shortfall of 11 million dollars in federal funding, and an increase in the number of families seeking assistance. The food bank serves around 25,000 more families than last year, as food insecurity rises due to expenses such as rent, utilities, and insurance. The state's funding for food security has decreased from 14 million last year to 3 million this year, and food pantries are experiencing longer lines as the need for assistance grows.

May 29, 2024
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