We meet people’s immediate need for nutritious food while building a movement to end hunger at its root.https://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lrgo7fy2p623Another 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!12 Jun 2025 19:36 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lrgo7fy2p623https://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lqski2wnsp22The 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.04 Jun 2025 19:36 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqski2wnsp22https://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lqpzzhl2hp2jThe 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.03 Jun 2025 19:36 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqpzzhl2hp2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lqnjkbek3k2dOur 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.02 Jun 2025 19:36 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqnjkbek3k2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lpnc2wkmbs26The 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.20 May 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lpnc2wkmbs26https://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lp3pnbzj5j2hCongress 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! https://secure.everyaction.com/9PdM1z2znUWLTxutSh_f2w2?emci=9eb953ae-2c30-f011-8b3d-6045bded8cca&emdi=bf6865da-3430-f011-8b3d-6045bded8cca&ceid=438921814 May 2025 00:12 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lp3pnbzj5j2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lo2yqqlhtt2y"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 https://www.longmontleader.com/letters-to-the-editor/letter-programs-to-feed-kids-are-worth-the-investment-1058761730 Apr 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lo2yqqlhtt2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lo275osbjg2z"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.30 Apr 2025 16:19 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lo275osbjg2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lnyibkebzh2aHouse 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 #COPolitics29 Apr 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lnyibkebzh2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lmzj3rpygp26The Restaurant Meals Program bill passed the Senate Appropriations Committee! The bill is headed to the full Senate floor this week.17 Apr 2025 16:19 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmzj3rpygp26https://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lmxs7moivq23Healthy 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/tRPohFT16 Apr 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmxs7moivq23https://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lmsrbpo5zq27First 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/yxtSzud14 Apr 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmsrbpo5zq27https://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lmskeckf272oKids 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/3ey47A314 Apr 2025 21:53 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmskeckf272ohttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lmshgxppal22Local 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."14 Apr 2025 21:01 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmshgxppal22https://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3llc6t3cg632p"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. 👏👏👏 https://buff.ly/pD8pQfi26 Mar 2025 16:19 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3llc6t3cg632phttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lktvmj6rpp2hWondering about the current status of all the bills we're supporting? Find out here! buff.ly/hPxRjZu #COLeg #COPolitics https://buff.ly/hPxRjZu20 Mar 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lktvmj6rpp2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lkqlknb6cs2qSB25-048 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 #COLeg19 Mar 2025 16:19 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkqlknb6cs2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lkouooirsr2d"...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." - Roberta18 Mar 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkouooirsr2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lko33o3zal2g"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." -Jocelyn18 Mar 2025 16:19 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lko33o3zal2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lkme7skepg2r"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." - Eric17 Mar 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkme7skepg2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lkcce2kg5y2hOur 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.13 Mar 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkcce2kg5y2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lkc6dynlsg2dCommunity 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!13 Mar 2025 22:45 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkc6dynlsg2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lkbir2uagu2pOur 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."13 Mar 2025 16:19 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkbir2uagu2phttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lk7rv4qpll2dWe'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.12 Mar 2025 23:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lk7rv4qpll2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lj6baunuoy27Legislative win! HB25-1002 has passed the Colorado House and Senate. If signed into law by @govofco.bsky.social, this bill will require every healthcare plan to cover more care for mental health and substance abuse disorders, overall helping Coloradans live healthier lives! #COLeg #COPolitics27 Feb 2025 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lj6baunuoy27https://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lj3v4k3uda2jThe Diabetes Prevention & Obesity Treatment Act will be heard this Thursday by the Senate Health & Human Services Committee. Check out who is on the committee and give them a call or email to encourage them to vote yes on making it easier for Coloradans to get healthcare! https://buff.ly/4kdibzz26 Feb 2025 17:19 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lj3v4k3uda2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/metrocaring.org/post/3lj26blm3ns2aLa ley del programa de comidas en restaurante fue introducida oficialmente al senado de Colorado la semana pasada. Esto ayudaría a las personas que tienen dificultades para cocinar y preparar comidas. #COLeg #COPolitics26 Feb 2025 00:57 +0000at://did:plc:f6fqsj4c7extfwcknbin5pdg/app.bsky.feed.post/3lj26blm3ns2a