Ent Credit Union deepens commitment to hunger relief announcing multi-year partnerships on Hunger Action Day
Announcement comes as federal SNAP changes begin impacting food access nationwide
COLORADO SPRINGS & DENVER – As federal changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) begin impacting food access nationwide, Ent Credit Union joined Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado and Food Bank of the Rockies on Tuesday, Sept. 9, to mark Hunger Action Day with symbolic check presentations in volunteer-filled warehouses. The events, held during Hunger Action Month, celebrated more than just a financial gift, they marked the beginning of multi-year partnerships rooted in shared values and a commitment to community resilience.
The timing is critical. Changes to SNAP, enacted as part of recent federal tax legislation, began taking effect on Sept. 1, 2025, impacting millions of Americans nationwide. In Colorado, more than 615,000 residents rely on SNAP benefits, according to the Colorado Department of Human Services. Feeding America reports that 744,950 people in Colorado face hunger, including 172,540 children. With food prices rising and federal support shifting, food banks are bracing for increased demand and deeper gaps in access.
“Financial health begins with basic needs, and food is one of the most fundamental,” said Annie Snead, Ent Credit Union executive director of philanthropy and community relations. “This isn’t just about opening our checkbook — it’s about showing up, listening, and investing in long-term solutions alongside our partners to meet a pressing community need.”
Ent’s 2025 support for hunger relief has reached nearly $190,000 to date, spanning college pantries, weekend meal programs, and grassroots initiatives across Colorado. In addition to multi-year commitments to Care and Share and Food Bank of the Rockies, Ent is proud to support Aims Community College, Brent Eley Foundation, Food to Power, Help & Hope Center, Loveland’s Community Kitchen, Metropolitan State University of Denver, The Pantry of Fremont, Project Angel Heart, Pueblo Community College, and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. These partnerships reflect a strategic, statewide approach to addressing food insecurity.
Tuesday’s announcement also highlights the strong alignment between Ent and Wings Credit Unions, as the two organizations prepare for a merger of equals anticipated in 2026. As part of Hunger Action Month, Wings Financial Foundation is making a similar, significant multi-year community commitment in Minnesota, reflecting the shared values of both organizations. This unified commitment to fighting hunger in our communities is the first example of how Ent and Wings will work together to expand its community impact now and into the future.
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About Ent Credit Union
Founded in 1957, Ent is Colorado’s largest credit union, serving more than 550,000 members with nearly $10 billion in assets and 60 service centers across the Front Range. As a not-for-profit, community-chartered credit union, Ent is committed to improving members’ financial quality of life through better rates, lower fees, and exceptional products and services. Recognized by Newsweek as one of the best regional credit unions of 2025, Ent continues to expand its philanthropic impact, with more than $3 million in donations planned for Colorado nonprofits this year. Ent is an Equal Housing Opportunity and Equal Opportunity Lender, federally insured by the NCUA. For more information, visit ent.com.
About Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado
At Care and Share Food Bank, our mission is to ensure equitable and sustainable access to nutritious food and education by partnering with neighbors, communities, organizations, and supporters across Southern Colorado because we believe no one should go hungry. Our vision is to place people first to maximize access to nutritious food and meet the unique needs of each neighbor we serve. Our core values are people, resilience, integrity, dignity, equity, and excellence. For more information: careandshare.org.
About the Food Bank of the Rockies
Food Bank of the Rockies is the largest hunger-relief organization in the Rocky Mountain region, serving all 23 counties in Wyoming and 32 counties in Colorado, plus a portion of Gunnison County. Since 1978, we’ve put the power of community to work for our neighbors in need. Through partnerships. Through programs. Through people. Through you. Everything we do is fueled by the support of our community and donors, and 96 cents of every dollar goes directly to distribution. With support from our community and hundreds of Hunger Relief Partners, we distribute enough food daily for over 185,000 meals. For more information: foodbankrockies.org.