CASPER, Wyo. — A USDA grant allowing the Food Bank of Wyoming to purchase fresh food directly from Wyoming suppliers has been eliminated in the latest round of sweeping cuts to federal agencies.
The Food Bank of Wyoming received the grant through the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program, or LFPA, allowing the nonprofit to build a network of Wyoming family farmers and ranche
The food bank says they are especially thankful to receive local, nutritious produce to distribute to Hunger Relief Partners and Mobile Pantries across Wyoming. Potatoes are a great food item for this project as they generally have a longer shelf life than other fresh produce, which allows Food Bank of Wyoming to offer fresh, locally grown produce without the increased risk of spoilage.
This week a single dollar can make a world of difference. The Wyoming Food Bank of the Rockies is Wyoming’s only food bank. They are working to fight hunger in Wyoming and they’re not doing it alone. Through Saturday, community organizations that focus on the effects of hunger and other social issues every day are holding a food and funds drive...