How the Restoring You Food Drive Makes a Difference in Local Communities

At Caliber, we believe in driving change beyond just the roads. Through our Food Drive initiative, powered by the unwavering support of our teammates, customers, and partners, we are making a tangible impact on combating hunger in communities across the United States. With contributions from all corners of our network, our food drive efforts have partnered with incredible organizations like the North Texas Food Bank and the Food Bank of the Rockies to bring meals, hope, and possibility to those who need it most. 

We want to highlight the vital work of some of our partnering food banks and the statistics that underscore just how significant the impact is in their communities.

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Partnering with the North Texas Food Bank 

The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) serves as a lifeline for thousands of individuals in crisis. Its mission is clear yet monumental, as Texas leads the nation in hunger for the second consecutive year. The NTFB operates across a 12-county service area where the overall food insecurity rate has grown to 16.1%, up from 14.2% in 2022. This translates into 744,370 people—including 254,420 children—in the North Texas region who face uncertainty about their next meal. 

To combat this, NTFB makes its impact through: 

  • Physical and Supplemental Meals: Last year, NTFB provided access to 118 million physical meals, 90% of which were designed with nutrition in mind. Additionally, they facilitated access to 19.4 million meals through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). 
  • School Pantries and Programs for Kids: To address childhood hunger, NTFB partners with over 40 campuses and operates “Food 4 Kids,” a program that supplies chronically hungry children with weekend meal bags filled with nonperishable items. 
  • Support for Seniors: NTFB delivers boxes of essential supplies to seniors through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program. 

Remarkably, every $1 donated to NTFB can provide access to three meals, showcasing the power of community contributions. 

Our Role in Supporting NTFB 

During our Food Drive, your generosity has helped funnel resources to this essential operation, ensuring that families and individuals in North Texas can put nourishing meals on the table. It’s not just about food; it’s about dignity and the collective effort to uplift those in challenging circumstances.

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Amplifying Impact with the Food Bank of the Rockies

The Food Bank of the Rockies shares how interconnected factors like cost of living, housing, and healthcare amplify food insecurity. Now serving areas across 23 counties in Wyoming and 32 counties in Colorado, this organization continues to grow its reach as the demand surges. According to the USDA, 47 million Americans, including 13 million children, face food insecurity, with 1 in 9 Coloradans experiencing difficulty accessing food. 

Here’s how the Food Bank of the Rockies makes a difference:

  • Daily Meal Distribution: By collaborating with local partners, they provide enough food for 185,000 meals every single day. 

  • Focused on Kids: Their work includes addressing the unique needs of 1 in 7 children in Colorado who face hunger. 

  • Efficiency and Transparency: Through efficient operations, 96 cents of every dollar donated goes directly toward food distribution. 

Your Contributions Mean More Than Meals

Thanks to your involvement in our Food Drive, we’ve been able to extend support to the Food Bank of the Rockies, empowering them to serve meals and meet individuals where they are. Whether it’s supplementing nutrition for a child whose caregiver is in between jobs or helping a family coping with a medical crisis, your impact was felt far and wide. 

Hunger Is a Shared Challenge, But Also a Shared Opportunity

Food insecurity is about more than missing meals; it’s about what hunger takes away. It limits the potential of children in classrooms, the productivity of workers, and the well-being of seniors. Yet, as both the North Texas Food Bank and Food Bank of the Rockies demonstrate, we have the power to intervene and reclaim hope for those in need.  

Your support during our Food Drive doesn’t just deliver food, it delivers community, empathy, and the promise of a better tomorrow. 

Join Us in Continuing the Fight Against Hunger 

At Caliber, we are not just a company; we’re a community. Together, with your help, we can transform lives one meal at a time.  

Be the difference. Get involved in our Food Drive at RYFoodDrive.com, and let's keep driving toward a hunger-free future.