Food Bank of Wyoming addresses food insecurity ahead of holiday season

SHERIDAN (WNE) — With food insecurity reaching the highest level in a decade, Food Bank of Wyoming is dedicated to ensuring all Wyomingites can fill their plates with nourishing food this Thanksgiving.

“Whether it’s an unexpected car repair, a medical crisis or the elevated cost of living, no one should have to make the tough choice between providing food for their family or paying an essential bill,” said Food Bank of Wyoming Executive Director Jill Stillwagon. “That’s why the Food Bank is incredibly grateful for the support we receive from our community year-round, and especially during the holidays when a meal with family and friends is even more meaningful.”

Currently, one in seven people in Wyoming is experiencing hunger, including one in five kids.

In addition, the Food Bank of Wyoming saw a 25% increase in the amount of food distributed to neighbors across Wyoming experiencing hunger in fiscal year 2024, which ended last June.

This statistic underscores the critical need for ongoing support throughout the state.

To meet increased demand this holiday season, Food Bank of Wyoming is preparing by sourcing food items to be distributed to local communities through their mobile pantries and 150 Hunger Relief Partners; helping Hunger Relief Partners fill their shelves with Thanksgiving food items; and procuring food through its robust purchasing power using funds donated by individuals and corporate donors.

To help provide nutritious food to individuals and families this holiday season, the best way to support the Food Bank of Wyoming is by making a financial gift, which allows the Food Bank to make the greatest impact.

To find food resources or to learn more about upcoming food distributions and food pantry locations, visit wyomingfoodbank.org/find-food.

This story was published on November 27, 2024.