Business Details
44 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Source for Food Assistance and Community Support
Arvada Community Food Bank was founded in 1982 by concerned citizens in Arvada, Colorado. Over four decades, we have grown into one of the largest emergency food providers in the metro Denver area. Our mission centers on providing food, help, and hope to struggling families through a wide range of services, including emergency food assistance, financial aid, public benefits application support, and health services. We expanded our offerings in 2014 to include programs addressing poverty alleviation, such as client computer access and emergency rent assistance. In 2019, we introduced shower and laundry services, a free health clinic, and nutrition programs.Our team of dedicated staff and hundreds of volunteers serves thousands of families annually across Arvada, Wheat Ridge, Golden, Westminster, Thornton, North Denver, and Federal Heights. We operate with core values of compassion, integrity, efficiency, and innovation, ensuring we meet immediate needs while fostering long-term self-sufficiency. Our transparency and accountability are demonstrated through publicly available financial reports and annual audits. We rely on community support through donations, partnerships, and volunteer efforts to sustain and expand our impact.
Services
Food Pantry
Emergency Food Bags
TEFAP Program
Everyday Eats
Mobile Pantry
Home Delivery
Financial Assistance
Public Benefits Help
Shower Services
Laundry Services
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience addressing food insecurity in the Denver metro area.
- Our comprehensive programs combine emergency food aid with poverty alleviation resources.
- We serve 12+ communities across northern Colorado with tailored assistance solutions.
- Our free health clinic and hygiene services address holistic client needs.
- We maintain full transparency with publicly available financial reports and audits.
What people say
Kind and friendly staff
Generous portions
Lifeline during tough times
Well-organized food selection
Appreciative volunteers
Services
Food Pantry
Our food pantry provides fresh and shelf-stable groceries to families in need through in-person shopping. Clients select items based on household needs, with special programs for seniors and children. We distribute over 1.5 million pounds of food annually.
Emergency Food Bags
Emergency food bags offer immediate hunger relief for individuals facing urgent food shortages. These pre-packed bags contain balanced meals and essential groceries for short-term sustenance while connecting clients to ongoing assistance programs.
Financial Assistance
We provide temporary financial support for rent, utilities, and other critical expenses to prevent homelessness. Our case managers help clients navigate application processes and connect with long-term resources for financial stability.
Mobile Pantry
The mobile pantry brings fresh produce and groceries directly to underserved communities through scheduled truck routes. This service expands access for residents without reliable transportation to our main facility.
Home Delivery
Home delivery service provides groceries to individuals with mobility challenges or health conditions preventing in-person visits. Volunteers deliver nutritionally balanced food boxes on a regular schedule to ensure consistent access.
People
Sandy Martin
President and Chief Executive Officer
Sandy Martin leads Arvada Community Food Bank with over 20 years of nonprofit management experience. She oversees strategic operations and community partnerships while maintaining financial transparency through publicly accessible reports.
Rocky Baldassare
Chief Operations Officer
Rocky Baldassare manages daily operations and logistics for food distribution programs. With a background in supply chain management, he ensures efficient delivery of over 1.5 million pounds of food annually.
Leanne Cadman
Chief Communication and Resource Officer
Leanne Cadman directs outreach efforts and resource development. She coordinates volunteer programs and donor relations, maintaining Arvada Community Food Bank's presence as a trusted local resource since 2014.
James Normandin
Food and Safety Director
James Normandin supervises food safety protocols and inventory management. His expertise ensures proper handling of perishable and non-perishable items across all distribution channels.
Shannon MacDonald
Assistance Programs Director
Shannon MacDonald oversees financial aid and public benefits programs. She works directly with clients to address immediate needs while connecting them to long-term support systems for self-sufficiency.
Questions
What services does Community Table offer?
We provide food pantries, emergency food bags, mobile distribution, home delivery, financial assistance, public benefits help, showers, laundry services, and health clinic access.
Who qualifies for assistance?
Our services are available to anyone facing food insecurity or financial hardship in the northern Denver metro area regardless of income level or documentation status.
How can I volunteer?
Volunteers help sort food, assist clients, and support operations. Visit our website to complete an application and choose your preferred service hours.
Can I donate food or funds?
We accept both food donations during specified hours and monetary contributions through our secure online portal. 92% of donations directly support client services.
Is there eligibility documentation required?
No formal documentation is needed for food assistance. Financial aid applicants may need to provide basic residency and hardship verification.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Arvada, Wheat Ridge, Golden, Westminster, Thornton, North Denver, and Federal Heights residents through our main facility and mobile programs.
