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Our Impact

A healthy community starts with food.

Yet many neighbors in the Blue Ridge are food insecure.

That’s why the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank is working hard to realize its vision of nourishing food and good health—for everyone, every day.

And because we rely on community support to achieve our mission, our impact is your impact, too.

"This food is so important to us. I can make sure I take home healthy things for us to eat. I want to make sure I give my kids the best."

— Katherine, guest
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Our collective impact

July 2024 – June 2025

171,200
people served each month*
54,380
children served each month*
29,550
seniors served each month*
27 million
meals provided
32 million
pounds of food
10 million
pounds of produce

*monthly averages

Food transforms lives

Local children, seniors, and families of all sizes who are living with hunger are being held and helped by this community. They are receiving food and hope. Together, we are reaching underserved populations, serving more nutritious food, and providing the resources our guests need to live healthier, happier lives.

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Child Nutrition

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Senior Nutrition

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Mobile Food Distributions

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Health Initiatives

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"You never know who’s struggling with hunger. Somebody could be putting on a good front, but behind closed doors, they’re trying to figure out how they’re going to feed themselves and their family… It’s nice to know that you’re taking care of other people because that’s how a community is supposed to work."

— Grace, volunteer
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The communities we serve

Discover our 25-county service area, programs, and network of more than 400 partners.

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We need many hands and hearts to achieve our shared vision. Explore ways that you can get involved.