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Guests tell their stories We often hear powerful testimonies from individuals who share their reasons for turning to food pantries and the profound impact this support has on their lives. … Continued

Partner Impact & Innovation Grants Under Michael’s leadership, the Food Bank prioritized building the capacity of its partner network. In 2017, he championed the launch of Food Bank donor-funded Partner … Continued

A lot more produce Michael’s vision to provide more healthy and nutritious food for guests started with a push that makes a lot of sense if your goal is to … Continued

Reaching rural neighbors: Produce boxes In the Western Region (Verona) distribution center, volunteers pack produce boxes. Previously, the Food Bank purchased pre-packed produce boxes from an external supplier for guests … Continued

What Is SNAP? The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP, is the most effective anti-hunger program in the United States, serving more than 40 million Americans each month. … Continued

School Breakfast Program Take the federal School Breakfast Program as a prime example. It was the Black Panther Party who, in the late 1960s, recognized the devastating impact of child … Continued

Here’s what you can do As the holidays approach, there are many ways you can make a difference for families living with food insecurity. Here are three ideas: “Not so … Continued

Food banking is always evolving As CEO of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, I can attest that our organization has evolved dramatically over the past few decades, especially the … Continued

Meet Jessica and Juliza Jessica (right) and her daughter Juliza (left) visit the Neighborhood Produce Market in Harrisonburg to pick up free groceries for her household. She shares, “Everything is … Continued