Advocacy
At Denver Food Rescue (DFR), our mission goes beyond recovering surplus food and sharing it with our community. We are committed to driving systemic change by advocating for policies and initiatives that foster food justice, health equity, and sustainability.
Southwest Food Coalition (SWFC)
As a member of the Southwest Food Coalition (SWFC), DFR coordinates with over 40 partners in southwest Denver to address food system challenges. SWFC is a collaborative group of food champions working to increase food access for everyone in Southwest Denver. Our ongoing participation contributes to a collective vision of a food system that is community driven, resilient, strong, and efficient.
Provecho Collective
DFR is proud to support the Provecho Collective, formerly the Blueprint to End Hunger. Their new name reflects their expanded focus on food justice and food sovereignty, while their vision remains the same: a Colorado where everyone can access the food they choose, where they want it, and when they need it. DFR’s advocacy ensures that equity and sustainability remain central to achieving these ambitious goals.
Healthy Food For Denver's Kids (HFDK)
Children in Denver face disproportionately high rates of food insecurity, which impacts their health, education, and well-being. DFR actively supports initiatives like Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids (HFDK) to ensure that children have access to healthy, nutritious food. By advocating for universal school meals and supporting programs that provide resources to children, we work to ensure Denver’s kids have the nourishment they need to thrive.
Learn more about how you can support DFR’s advocacy efforts or get involved by reaching out at info@denverfoodrescue.org. Together, we can build a brighter, healthier future for all Denver residents!
Heart & Hand
As one of the most well-known youth organizations in the country, Boys & Girls Clubs provide young people with The Cope Club serves nearly 1,000 members each year and participates in a variety of community events. The Club also features the Teen Center equipped with computer stations, books and research resources, and serves as a quiet place for teens to concentrate on their studies and have fun. They have had a No Cost Grocery Program since 2015.
As one of the most well-known youth organizations in the country, Boys & Girls Clubs provide young people with opportunities to engage in programs that help them achieve academic success, take charge of their health by building healthy habits that will stick with them throughout their lives, and foster the skills they need to become leaders in their communities.
A major proving ground for all things early childhood, 
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