Colorado Springs residents answered the call on Thursday, turning American Furniture Warehouse into a bustling hub for the Season of Sharing Food Drive. By the 6 p.m. newscast, volunteers had loaded a 16th full pallet of non‑perishable items, each pallet weighing just over 1,000 pounds. Care and Share Food Bank CEO Nate Springer said the haul will fill an entire semi‑truck, providing a substantial boost to families struggling this winter.
Impact on local families
Springer explained that every dollar donated will fund 2.5 meals for families in need. The food bank is still tallying the total weight of the collection, which will include both the donated goods and monetary contributions. “It’s a tangible way for our community to step up for one another,” Springer said.
Challenges faced by Colorado households
The past couple of years have been especially hard for Colorado families. Federal funding cuts and a recent government shutdown left many households with fewer resources during Thanksgiving. Despite those setbacks, Springer noted that the number of families served by Care and Share has actually risen compared with a year ago, even as the overall food supply has tightened.
How you can still help
Although the on‑site collection is complete, the drive remains open for donations. Residents who missed the event can still contribute by clicking the link provided in the broadcast or by visiting the food bank’s website. Additional contributions will continue to fund meals for families throughout the holiday season.
Community spirit in action
The success of the food drive underscores the power of local volunteers and businesses working together. American Furniture Warehouse opened its doors, and dozens of community members turned up in force, demonstrating the strong family‑centered values that define Colorado Springs. This collective effort not only supplies food but also reinforces the town’s commitment to caring for its most vulnerable neighbors.
As the season progresses, Care and Share encourages anyone who can spare a few canned goods, boxed meals, or a monetary gift to do so. Every contribution, large or small, helps ensure that Colorado families have a warm, nourishing holiday.
Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.
