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February 2025 Newsflash
Thank you for reading this month's newsletter. Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Volunteer Opportunities. Special Day of Giving for the Mountaineer Marketplace. Donor Highlight: City of Gunnison and Gunnison County. Read the February Newsflash...
January 2025 Newsflash
Happy New Year! We at the Pantry hope it’s a fruitful one filled with growth and possibilities. We also hope you’re staying warm amid the recent (very) cold snap. Neighbors Helping Neighbors. 2024 Reflections. Volunteer Opportunities. New Staff Highlight: AmeriCorps Food Security Coordinator, Natalie Pax. Read the January Newsflash...
December 2024 Newsflash
We want to take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve shared together and to express our heartfelt gratitude. Your support and engagement have made a difference. Neighbors Helping Neighbors Update. Volunteer Opportunities. Gunnison Community Thanksgiving. Giving Season. Read the December Newsflash...
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November 2024 Newsflash
Thanksgiving holds a special place in our hearts at the Pantry. It’s a season that highlights the profound generosity and kindness of our community, a spirit we are privileged to witness year-round. Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Volunteer Opportunities. Giving Tuesday and CO Gives Day. Business After Hours Stocks Shelves. Gunnison Community Thanksgiving.
October 2024 Newsflash
Happy Fall, the weather is changing, and the Pantry is gearing up for the holiday season. We have lots of exciting things going on come November and December. Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Volunteer Opportunities. Gunnison Community Thanksgiving. Funder Highlight: The Origami Sisters. Red Bucket Locations – Help the Pantry Distribute Thanksgiving Meals! Read the October Newsflash…
September 2024 Newsflash
Signs of fall are beginning to show- a personal favorite is the Gunnison Chambers People’s Choice Awards! September is Hunger Action Month. Neighbors Helping Neighbors Update. Volunteer Opportunities. Funder Highlight: The Partnership of the Episcopal Church in the Gunnison Valley. Red Bucket Locations Near You! Volunteer Highlight: Andres Pimentel. Food Pantry Fun – PB&J Competition at the Mt. Crested Butte Food Truck Festival. Read the September Newsflash…
GCFP Blog
County antes up $30K toward Food Pantry’s new home
The Gunnison County Commissioners gave a nod of approval for the Gunnison Country Food Pantry’s Food for Life expansion project, chipping in a grant of $30,000 to help finance the pantry’s purchase and renovation of its future facility at 405 W. Tomichi, site of the former Colorado Fitness gym.
Town donates $50,000 for Gunnison Country Food Pantry
The Crested Butte town council unanimously approved a $50,000 contribution for the Gunnison Country Food Pantry. The money will be spent on the pantry’s recently purchase building and renovation.
Pantry Palooza raises funds for food security
The Gunnison Country Food Pantry held its Pantry Palooza on June 5th at the I Bar Ranch to raise funds to provide food assistance in the Gunnison Valley.
Young at Heart Disbands
After a long history in the valley, Young at Heart, a volunteer organization serving Gunnison seniors since 1963, has disbanded. The Gunnison Senior Center, part of the Gunnison Parks and Recreation Department, has taken over the group’s former functions.
Elks Lodge fights hunger with Food Pantry gift
Gunnison Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler Janine Garnes presented checks totaling $5,500 to the Gunnison Country Food Pantry. The gift was made possible through the Beacon Grant and the Spotlight Grant, which are funded by the Elks’ National Foundation.
Sneak peek of the new pantry
Community members attended a sneak peek on Feb. 19 of the building Gunnison Country Food Pantry has acquired to serve as the future pantry. Pictured, GCFP Vice President Katie Dix explains to donor Bob Wojtko plans, costs and a timeline for renovation of the facility.