On Tuesday evening, several Casper families gathered at the Food Bank of Wyoming’s distribution center in Evansville to help ensure that other families across the state will not go hungry this Thanksgiving, Oil City News reports.
While the Food Bank routinely relies on volunteers to assist with packing fresh produce and nonperishable food items, the organization also sets aside special evenings for families to bring their children to help with the efforts.
The evening began with a meal donated by Texas Roadhouse, after which around 30 volunteers worked alongside Food Bank staff in assembly lines. Together, they packed 216 bags of fresh produce and 240 boxes of shelf-stable items. These food packages are destined for mobile pantries in Sheridan and Lyman.
Among the produce prepared were heirloom carrots from small farms in Colorado and Wyoming, showcasing local agricultural contributions to the initiative.
The Food Bank of Wyoming has faced heightened challenges this year, driven by increasing demand and rising food prices. A recent report highlighted that one in seven Wyoming residents experiences hunger, including one in five children.
In response, the Food Bank has significantly increased its efforts, distributing 25% more food statewide during the 2024 fiscal year, which ended in June.
The Food Bank of Wyoming welcomes donations and volunteers to help address hunger in the state. For more information on how to contribute, visit their website.
