Hunger exists in every corner of Colorado, and it affects people from all walks of life. Feeding America estimates that food insecurity in Colorado has increased by nearly 20% due to the pandemic. That means 1 in 8 people—almost 700,000 of our neighbors, including nearly 185,000 children—is unable to access the food they need, an increase from 1 in 10 in 2019.

• Hundreds of thousands of children and families living in Colorado face hunger and food insecurity every day.
• The pandemic has most impacted families that were already facing hunger or one paycheck away from facing hunger.
• Households with children are more likely to experience food insecurity.
• Every community in our state is home to families who face hunger, including rural and suburban communities.
• Many households that experience food insecurity do not qualify for federal nutrition programs and need to rely on their local Feeding Colorado food banks for support.