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Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a harmful budget bill that would slash funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and other critical public benefit programs. Find out more about the legislation's impacts on SNAP and what they mean for Coloradans—and what actions would be most impactful right now.
At the Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger, we recognize the vital role that our AANHPI neighbors and leaders play in shaping a more just and abundant food system that belongs to everyone—from growing and cooking to owning businesses and advancing local solutions.
Last year was all about transformation for the Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger, both in how we show up in community and how we lead. Dig into our 2024 Impact Report to see what we accomplished together—and where we’re headed next.
We’re introducing two new toolkits to help nonprofits navigate funding and policy changes with clarity and confidence. Join us for a virtual walkthrough on Friday, May 9, and gain early access to the toolkits.
The Blueprint and other anti-hunger advocates across the state are urging Governor Jared Polis to reject harmful proposals that would limit what Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants can buy. Join us in saying no to SNAP restrictions!
In early May, staff from the Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger and Hunger Free Colorado are heading to Washington D.C. to meet with members of Colorado’s Congressional delegation—and we want to bring your voice with us!
Are you interested in community organizing and building community power but new to policy and advocacy? Apply to join the Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger’s next Advocacy Leadership Academy by Monday, April 21!
A bipartisan state bill would make it easier for all Coloradans to get nutrition support from qualified professionals, regardless of their income, insurance, or location. Our Policy Director, Greta Allen (who’s also a registered dietitian), shares why this is a key step toward a more just and inclusive healthcare system.
We’re speaking out against the federal cancellation of $1.13 billion in investments meant to support local farmers, schools, and food banks and pantries through the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement (LFPA) and Local Food for Schools (LFS) programs.