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· Jan 13
Hunger is a policy choice. To prevent it, we must invest in policies that guarantee affordable housing, healthcare, a social safety net, and thriving wages. We'll be posting here about the policies we're advocating for this legislative session. Follow along to take action! #COLeg #COPolitics
Another state win. HB25-1274 will send two measures to our ballots this fall to maintain existing funding for the Healthy School Meals for All Program to meet the growing need for school meals & secure additional funding to support nutrition staff and strengthen partnerships with local farmers!
June 12, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Another state win. HB25-1274 will send two measures to our ballots this fall to maintain existing funding for the Healthy School Meals for All Program to meet the growing need for school meals & secure additional funding to support nutrition staff and strengthen partnerships with local farmers!
The Diabetes Prevention & Obesity Treatment Act successfully passed the Senate and the House! Our community was especially passionate about this bill, testifying in support of it to the Senate Health & Human Services committee. The bill now awaits Governor Polis's signature to become law.
June 4, 2025 at 7:36 PM
The Diabetes Prevention & Obesity Treatment Act successfully passed the Senate and the House! Our community was especially passionate about this bill, testifying in support of it to the Senate Health & Human Services committee. The bill now awaits Governor Polis's signature to become law.
The SNAP Restaurant Meals Program has officially become law in Colorado! Colorado will apply to the USDA to implement this program, allow older adults, people with disabilities, and those experiencing homelessness who have SNAP benefits to purchase hot or prepared foods at participating restaurants.
June 3, 2025 at 7:36 PM
The SNAP Restaurant Meals Program has officially become law in Colorado! Colorado will apply to the USDA to implement this program, allow older adults, people with disabilities, and those experiencing homelessness who have SNAP benefits to purchase hot or prepared foods at participating restaurants.
Our state senator, Matthew Ball, paid us a visit at Metro Caring to hear about the issues affecting our community—and what we're doing about them! Thanks, Senator Ball for taking time to learn about our work.
June 2, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Our state senator, Matthew Ball, paid us a visit at Metro Caring to hear about the issues affecting our community—and what we're doing about them! Thanks, Senator Ball for taking time to learn about our work.
The SNAP Restaurant Meals Program bill passed and became law in Colorado! This expands SNAP benefits so people who are experiencing housing instability, older adults, and disabled people can use SNAP dollars to get hot meals, not just cold grocery items.
May 20, 2025 at 11:57 PM
The SNAP Restaurant Meals Program bill passed and became law in Colorado! This expands SNAP benefits so people who are experiencing housing instability, older adults, and disabled people can use SNAP dollars to get hot meals, not just cold grocery items.
Congress is proposing unprecedented cuts to SNAP that would slash benefits, expand harsh work requirements, and shift costs to states like Colorado—threatening food security for hundreds of thousands of Coloradans. Urge Congress to reject these devastating cuts and protect SNAP now!
Urge Congress to Reject Cuts to SNAP and School Meals!
Urge Congress to Reject Cuts to SNAP and School Meals!
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May 14, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Congress is proposing unprecedented cuts to SNAP that would slash benefits, expand harsh work requirements, and shift costs to states like Colorado—threatening food security for hundreds of thousands of Coloradans. Urge Congress to reject these devastating cuts and protect SNAP now!
"As a child, I benefited from free and reduced meals growing up in Colorado. They were a lifeline to me and continue to be for countless other kids whose parents grow the very food that nourishes communities across the state." - Brizai Gomez Cortes, Lead Organizer buff.ly/0zIASlX
Letter: Programs to Feed Kids Are Worth the Investment
"Healthy School Meals for All and the local food purchasing program is making a positive difference for students, our schools and our communities, however, without sustained funding, we risk losing…
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April 30, 2025 at 11:57 PM
"As a child, I benefited from free and reduced meals growing up in Colorado. They were a lifeline to me and continue to be for countless other kids whose parents grow the very food that nourishes communities across the state." - Brizai Gomez Cortes, Lead Organizer buff.ly/0zIASlX
"Healthy School Meals for All is more than a policy — it’s a promise to every child that they matter, that they’re seen, and that they won’t be left behind simply because their family is struggling." Thái Nguyễn. This bill is our chance to make sure that no child has to learn on an empty stomach.
April 30, 2025 at 4:19 PM
"Healthy School Meals for All is more than a policy — it’s a promise to every child that they matter, that they’re seen, and that they won’t be left behind simply because their family is struggling." Thái Nguyễn. This bill is our chance to make sure that no child has to learn on an empty stomach.
House Bill 25-1274 passed out of the Senate Finance Committee and is headed to Appropriations. KKTV CBS 11 just did a piece on this important bill. Check it out: buff.ly/lJLaeU1 #COLeg #COPolitics
April 29, 2025 at 11:57 PM
House Bill 25-1274 passed out of the Senate Finance Committee and is headed to Appropriations. KKTV CBS 11 just did a piece on this important bill. Check it out: buff.ly/lJLaeU1 #COLeg #COPolitics
The Restaurant Meals Program bill passed the Senate Appropriations Committee! The bill is headed to the full Senate floor this week.
April 17, 2025 at 4:19 PM
The Restaurant Meals Program bill passed the Senate Appropriations Committee! The bill is headed to the full Senate floor this week.
Healthy School Meals for All is a successful program that keeps our kids fed. Let's give voters the chance to fully fund it. This bill, which would add initiatives to our ballot, is being heard by the House this week. Email your Rep to let them know how important it is! buff.ly/tRPohFT
April 16, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Healthy School Meals for All is a successful program that keeps our kids fed. Let's give voters the chance to fully fund it. This bill, which would add initiatives to our ballot, is being heard by the House this week. Email your Rep to let them know how important it is! buff.ly/tRPohFT
First generation farmer, advocate and CEO of Hearty Provisions, Roberto Meza was in the Boulder Daily Camera making it clear that Healthy School Meals for All and HB 25-1274 doesn't just help kids. It also boosts our local economies. Read: buff.ly/yxtSzud
April 14, 2025 at 11:57 PM
First generation farmer, advocate and CEO of Hearty Provisions, Roberto Meza was in the Boulder Daily Camera making it clear that Healthy School Meals for All and HB 25-1274 doesn't just help kids. It also boosts our local economies. Read: buff.ly/yxtSzud
Kids deserve healthy foods! We need your help to protect Healthy School Meals for All. This program is at risk due to a major budget shortfall—but HB25-1274 offers a sustainable funding solution through two proposed 2025 ballot measures. Email your legislators now! buff.ly/3ey47A3
April 14, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Kids deserve healthy foods! We need your help to protect Healthy School Meals for All. This program is at risk due to a major budget shortfall—but HB25-1274 offers a sustainable funding solution through two proposed 2025 ballot measures. Email your legislators now! buff.ly/3ey47A3
Local educator at Denver South High School, Pablo Rivera, is speaking out in support of House Bill 25-1274: “This legislation would make sure this program is fully funded to keep kids fed."
April 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Local educator at Denver South High School, Pablo Rivera, is speaking out in support of House Bill 25-1274: “This legislation would make sure this program is fully funded to keep kids fed."
"Colorado’s Healthy School Meals for All program has been shown to save families about $1,300 per year per child." Colorado House Bill 25-1274 would ensure long-term stability and full funding of this program. 👏👏👏
GUEST OPINION: Healthy school meals Is a smart investment
While our state is facing some tough decisions this year as it relates to our budget, families in our area are dealing with their struggles. About 37% of Colorado households
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March 26, 2025 at 4:19 PM
"Colorado’s Healthy School Meals for All program has been shown to save families about $1,300 per year per child." Colorado House Bill 25-1274 would ensure long-term stability and full funding of this program. 👏👏👏
Wondering about the current status of all the bills we're supporting? Find out here! buff.ly/hPxRjZu #COLeg #COPolitics
Metro Caring's 2025 Legislative Priorities - Metro Caring
This legislative session, we could improve healthcare, SNAP benefits, and programs to reduce homelessness. All to end hunger at its root.
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March 20, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Wondering about the current status of all the bills we're supporting? Find out here! buff.ly/hPxRjZu #COLeg #COPolitics
SB25-048 The Diabetes Prevention & Obesity Treatment Act passed the Health & Human Services Committee last week! We were proud to be there with our community leaders who testified in support. Next step: Senate Appropriations Committee #COPolitics #COLeg
March 19, 2025 at 4:19 PM
SB25-048 The Diabetes Prevention & Obesity Treatment Act passed the Health & Human Services Committee last week! We were proud to be there with our community leaders who testified in support. Next step: Senate Appropriations Committee #COPolitics #COLeg
"...My diabetes is genetic. This is one of the scariest parts of it because I have three kids and five grandkids. I want my children to be able to take as many precautions to avoid getting what their mom has. But what can they do if their insurance doesn’t cover it? This bill would help." - Roberta
March 18, 2025 at 11:57 PM
"...My diabetes is genetic. This is one of the scariest parts of it because I have three kids and five grandkids. I want my children to be able to take as many precautions to avoid getting what their mom has. But what can they do if their insurance doesn’t cover it? This bill would help." - Roberta
"I have been a Type 1 Diabetic for 49 years this month. This disease affects all races, demographics and generations. An early diagnosis can be helpful only if an individual is given the tools to manage their new condition." -Jocelyn
March 18, 2025 at 4:19 PM
"I have been a Type 1 Diabetic for 49 years this month. This disease affects all races, demographics and generations. An early diagnosis can be helpful only if an individual is given the tools to manage their new condition." -Jocelyn
"Living with this disease is not easy. Even when you have all the medication you need, even when you’re a healthy weight, even when you follow all the guidance, it’s still a crab shoot. That’s why I’m so passionate about preventing this disease. This bill would help us prevent diabetes." - Eric
March 17, 2025 at 11:57 PM
"Living with this disease is not easy. Even when you have all the medication you need, even when you’re a healthy weight, even when you follow all the guidance, it’s still a crab shoot. That’s why I’m so passionate about preventing this disease. This bill would help us prevent diabetes." - Eric
Our Lead Organizer, Brizai, joined our partners @hungerfree.bsky.social to testify in support of Healthy School Meals for All last week. We need to fully fund this successful program that provides 60,000+ meals to our kids every day.
March 13, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Our Lead Organizer, Brizai, joined our partners @hungerfree.bsky.social to testify in support of Healthy School Meals for All last week. We need to fully fund this successful program that provides 60,000+ meals to our kids every day.
Community leaders from our Diabetes Among Friends program are at the Capitol today testifying in support of SB25-048 to require private insurance companies to cover pre-diabetes treatment!
March 13, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Community leaders from our Diabetes Among Friends program are at the Capitol today testifying in support of SB25-048 to require private insurance companies to cover pre-diabetes treatment!
Our Lead Organizer, Brizai, testified to the House Education Committee last week in support of Healthy School Meals for All. "At Metro Caring, we see families forced to choose between rent, healthcare, and food... HB25-1274 would allow voters to approve additional funding to keep kids fed."
March 13, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Our Lead Organizer, Brizai, testified to the House Education Committee last week in support of Healthy School Meals for All. "At Metro Caring, we see families forced to choose between rent, healthcare, and food... HB25-1274 would allow voters to approve additional funding to keep kids fed."
We're adding HB25-1274 Healthy School Meals for All Program to our legislative agenda. In 2022, Coloradans voted to make breakfast and lunch free for all students regardless of family income. This bill would allow voters a chance to approve fully funding and implementing this successful program.
March 12, 2025 at 11:57 PM
We're adding HB25-1274 Healthy School Meals for All Program to our legislative agenda. In 2022, Coloradans voted to make breakfast and lunch free for all students regardless of family income. This bill would allow voters a chance to approve fully funding and implementing this successful program.
Reposted by Metro Caring
The Healthy School Meals for All program is an investment in the health of our kids & our local economies!
Read our full press statement here: bit.ly/AdvocatesUrgeSupportforHSMABill
Spanish: bit.ly/DefensoresApoyoComidasEscolaresSaludablesparaTodos
#KeepKidsFed
Read our full press statement here: bit.ly/AdvocatesUrgeSupportforHSMABill
Spanish: bit.ly/DefensoresApoyoComidasEscolaresSaludablesparaTodos
#KeepKidsFed
March 6, 2025 at 5:56 PM
The Healthy School Meals for All program is an investment in the health of our kids & our local economies!
Read our full press statement here: bit.ly/AdvocatesUrgeSupportforHSMABill
Spanish: bit.ly/DefensoresApoyoComidasEscolaresSaludablesparaTodos
#KeepKidsFed
Read our full press statement here: bit.ly/AdvocatesUrgeSupportforHSMABill
Spanish: bit.ly/DefensoresApoyoComidasEscolaresSaludablesparaTodos
#KeepKidsFed