Our Impact
food packages were distributed to
children this past year.
The Backpack Program provides food for children who are at risk for hunger over the weekend. Volunteers help us fill the packs with child friendly foods before they are delivered at schools and our child feeding sites. During the school year, we work with school counselors and teachers to identify students who are in great need of food over the weekend. Over the summer, we provide these food packs at our Summer Feeding sites and through our Emergency Food Program.
Currently, the Backpack Program operates in:
If you are seeking additional information about the Backpack Program, please call our Child Programs Coordinator at (970) 356-2199 x302.
Notice: Voluntary Recall of Fresh Jalapeño Peppers
Weld Food Bank is notifying our community of a voluntary recall affecting fresh jalapeño peppers (Pepper Chili Jalapeño, Product of Mexico) due to the potential presence of Salmonella.
This product was distributed through Weld Food Bank between July 17 and July 28, 2026. No voluntary recalled product was distributed to our agency partners.
Please note: The Anaheim peppers currently being distributed by Weld Food Bank are not affected by this recall and remain safe to consume. Only the fresh jalapeño peppers distributed during the dates listed above are included in this recall.
If you received fresh jalapeño peppers from Weld Food Bank during the affected dates, please do not consume them and discard the product.
Thank you for your understanding as we work to ensure the safety of the food we distribute.
