Free Groceries in Longmont – Extended Through March 2021
Free Groceries in Longmont – Extended Through March 2021
In response to ongoing and increased food insecurity as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Friends of Longmont Youth (FLY) has recently extended its free grocery program through March of 2021. In partnership with the Longmont Youth Center, Community Food Share, Longmont Food Rescue, and Weld Food Bank, FLY offers weekly groceries at three locations around Longmont. Open to all, the grant-funded grocery program has supplied over 75,000 pounds of produce, proteins, pastas, rice, snacks, and other nutritious items since June.
“The need for food support continues to be an issue for many Longmont families,” said Meca Delgado, Treasurer of the board of FLY. “Families are still facing unemployment, bills are still piling up, and this food goes a long way in alleviating both hunger and financial strain.”
To reduce hurdles to accessing food, individuals and families do not need to register for the program in order to participate, and there are no income qualifications. Drive-up and walk-up services are available. FLY and its community partners follow COVID-19 safety protocols at all locations and require participants to wear masks per County and State health guidelines.
The three grocery distribution sites are:
- Mondays, 3:30 pm-5 pm: Emery Street Apartments – 1440 Emery St.
- Tuesdays, 11 am-12:30 pm: River Valley Mobile Home Park – 10910 Turner Blvd.
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Fridays, 3:30 pm-5 pm: Cloverbasin Village – 630 South Peck Dr.
Please note that sites may be rescheduled due to weather and/or Federal Holidays. Additional information and updated schedules can be found by visiting longmontcolorado.gov/food.
For more information about the Community Meals Program, please contact Kyl Caragol at kyl.caragol@longmontcolorado.gov or 303-774-3770.
