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Colorado Springs Food Aid Crisis: Shelters Expand Amid Closure

9/7/2025

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Story summary

The Church of the Lord of Glory in Colorado Springs closed its Manna food ministry, disrupting local food assistance.
This closure in late August left many community members without essential resources.
Care and Share Food Bank anticipates a loss of 2-3 million pounds in food supplies this fiscal year.
Local pantries face rising demand, serving 800-1,000 people monthly due to inflation and reduced SNAP benefits.
The St. Francis House in St. Augustine is expanding to support more families experiencing homelessness.
The Goff Family Shelter will open in early 2026, enhancing capacity and essential services.

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Story summary

The Church of the Lord of Glory in Colorado Springs closed its Manna food ministry, disrupting local food assistance.
This closure in late August left many community members without essential resources.
Care and Share Food Bank anticipates a loss of 2-3 million pounds in food supplies this fiscal year.
Local pantries face rising demand, serving 800-1,000 people monthly due to inflation and reduced SNAP benefits.
The St. Francis House in St. Augustine is expanding to support more families experiencing homelessness.
The Goff Family Shelter will open in early 2026, enhancing capacity and essential services.