Empty Fridges, Full Hearts: Supporting Single Parents in the Fight Against Hunger

“I cannot remember the last time my fridge was full of food.” – Single parent of three
Food insecurity is a harsh reality for many families in our community. Nearly 20% of Colorado households with children report that their kids are not eating enough because food is unaffordable. At Project Self-Sufficiency of Northern Colorado, this statistic is deeply personal—79% of the single-parent families we serve rely on SNAP benefits. Hunger Free Colorado reports, “A Coloradan, on average, only receives $1.98 per meal in SNAP benefits, making it a challenge to put healthy food on the table for themselves and their family.” For parents striving to provide for their children, this often isn’t enough.

Many of our families also turn to county, church, and campus food banks and loved ones for support, yet the need remains great. Through Project Self-Sufficiency, we provide additional assistance, with an average disbursement of $252.79 per food request. For these families, access to nutritious food can mean the difference between survival and the ability to focus on creating a stable, thriving future.

More Than Meals: Building Self-Sufficiency
Food insecurity is just one of the many challenges our families face. We provide wraparound services, helping single parents address barriers to self-sufficiency while pursuing education, careers, and a brighter future for their children.

How You Can Help
Your support makes this work possible. By contributing, you ensure single parents have access to essential resources like food, empowering them to create lasting change for their families and their communities.
Invest in their futures by making a one-time or monthly gift today: >>Donate Now. Together, we can ensure no child goes hungry—and every family has the opportunity to thrive.

Resource:
Hunger Free Colorado