House GOP Encourages Coloradans to Donate Food During Their Building a Better Colorado Tour

ARVADA, Colo.—Colorado House Republicans announced their efforts to encourage Coloradans to donate nonperishable food items to their local food pantries on the second stop on their Building a Better Colorado Tour today. 

“Coloradans are generous people,” said State Rep. Libby Szabo, R-Arvada.  “We’re asking Coloradans to join us in donating food to those who have been hit hardest during this recession, especially as we head into the holiday season.”

Republican House members brought food donations and worked with volunteers to stock shelves with new donations. 

“Thanksgiving is just around the corner and many of us have a lot to be grateful for.  But not all our neighbors will have an opportunity for a family thanksgiving dinner without your help,” said Ernie Giron, executive director of the Arvada Community Food Bank. 

Giron added the following items are especially needed during the holiday season:

Canned pumpkin pie puree, pie crust mix, canned fruit, cake mix, cranberry sauce, stuffing, gravy, potato flakes, canned vegetables, turkey and hams.

Giron also encouraged people make donations for the  “Stop’n Drop Thanksgiving Food Drive” on Sat.,  Nov. 5^th at the Arvada Community Food Bank, 8555 W. 57th Avenue, Arvada, Colo.  Donations are accepted between 9:00 AM—12:00 Noon. 

Coloradans outside of Arvada are encouraged to donate food to their local food banks as well.

“Donating food is one of the most meaningful ways to help in our communities,” added Speaker of the House Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch.  “Whether you donate a can of green beans, a jar of peanut butter or a Thanksgiving turkey, whatever you can give will help build a better Colorado.” 

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