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Pinedale, WY – Local teachers spend between $50 and $150 of their own money annually to ensure students don’t go hungry in class. Recognizing that well-nourished students behave better and learn faster, the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation has awarded a $2,000 grant to the Pinedale Community Food Basket to continue the Wrangle Hunger Snack Club through the 2026-27 school year.

Since its launch in 2024, the Wrangle Hunger Snack Club has been a vital resource for low-income families in Sublette County School Districts #1 and #9, including local homeschoolers. To date, dedicated volunteers have assembled and distributed 557 nutritious snack bags during monthly food distributions.

"By simply meeting this basic need, we reduce disruptions, increase productivity, and support a more positive and focused classroom atmosphere," says Pinedale Elementary teacher Michayla Blatnick.

The Pinedale Community Food Basket, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, serves families at or below 185% of the USDA poverty level. Beyond snacks, the organization provides supplemental food assistance, emergency funds, and household essentials, while connecting neighbors to critical community resources.

For families already struggling, a daily snack is a small item that represents a large financial hurdle. This grant ensures that students can keep their focus on their desks rather than their stomachs.