About FoCo Cafe
FoCo Cafe (Feeding Our Community Ourselves) is a nonprofit restaurant in Old Town Fort Collins that builds community by providing nutritious, locally-sourced meals to all, regardless of ability to pay. We don't offer handouts – instead, we provide a hand-up by empowering community members to contribute in ways that work for them, fostering dignity and respect for all who enter our doors.
Our Meal Exchange program has seen extraordinary growth in 2024, serving over 6,100 meals in just nine months – nearly triple the number from the same period last year. This program, which now represents the majority of our meals served, allows community members to volunteer their time and talents in exchange for a meal. Whether someone makes a monetary donation or contributes through service, everyone receives the same high-quality, locally-sourced food and welcoming experience.
Beyond our cafe walls, we maintain vital community resources including our Freedge (free community refrigerator), Kindness Cupboard (non-perishable food pantry), Giving Tree (essential items), and 24/7/365 hydration station. These initiatives ensure our community has continuous access to necessities.
What makes FoCo Cafe unique is our ability to bring together people from all walks of life – business professionals, students, families, and those experiencing food insecurity share meals and conversation in our welcoming space. These connections break down social barriers and build a stronger, more resilient community.
As a small, dedicated team supported by volunteers, we're serving more community members than ever while fostering a more connected, compassionate Fort Collins. Your support ensures that everyone in our community has a seat at the table and can contribute to making Fort Collins a better place for all.