C.A.N.S. Around The Oval 2025 is officially underway, kicking off the 39th year of one of the oldest and largest community food drives in Larimer County.
The monthlong Colorado State University tradition brings together students, faculty and community members to raise food and funds for the Food Bank for Larimer County and Rams Against Hunger + Basic Needs at CSU. This year’s goals are to raise $50,000, collect 18,000 pounds of food and expand education on food insecurity and basic needs.
Participants range from CSU colleges and student groups to local schools and community organizations. Teams can earn points by collecting food, donating funds and attending CANversations, which are discussions about food security. Winners will be announced after Collection Day Oct. 15.
Maddie Potter, a third-year engineering student who co-leads the Scott Scholars Volunteer Committee, is spearheading the C.A.N.S. push for the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering. Potter talked about her team’s past efforts outside King Soopers and their plans to expand that strategy this year…