Become a Partner Agency

How to Become a Partner

To distribute donated food, you can apply on behalf of your organization to become a partner with the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank.  A 501 (c)(3) or church designation and a site visit from a member of our Agency Relations team are required to qualify.

Resources You Will Need

Next Steps…

We appreciate your interest and look forward to hearing from you. For more information, contact the Partner Engagement Manager in your area:


Northern Region (Winchester Area)

Jacob Matz
Office: (540) 450-3023
jmatz@brafb.org

Western Region (Verona Area)
Robin Swecker
Office: (540) 213-8413
Mobile: (540) 849-9834
rswecker@brafb.org

Eastern Region (Charlottesville Area)
Hanna Strauss
Office: (434) 220-5428
hstrauss@brafb.org

Southern Region (Lynchburg Area)
Kristi West
Office: (434) 845-4129
Mobile: (434) 420-1724
kwest@brafb.org