By Tory Abbott
A spark in COVID times That guiding principle has carried her through on a journey helping neighbors who struggle with food insecurity, which began in 2020 at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Back then, the retired University of Virginia … Continued
By Tory Abbott
A mission of solidarity River City Bread Basket, a guest-choice food pantry that opened in 2023, is at the heart of The Lifeworks Project. “The food we offer is important, and a big … Continued
15 years, thousands served What started with a few sites in Albemarle, Buckingham, and Nelson counties has grown into a network of 10 locations across our service area, from Arrington … Continued
With the federal shutdown still in effect, many people have questions about federal nutrition programs. Here is the latest information you should know: This situation continues to change quickly, and … Continued
By Tory Abbott
Why Hunger Action Month matters According to Feeding America, more people than ever in the U.S. are experiencing food insecurity. And that reflects our experience: The Food Bank served an average of … Continued
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The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank is proud to welcome Kari Jorgensen Diener as our new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). With more than 25 years of leadership experience working in … Continued
Voices from the pantry lines At the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, we see the impact of these programs every day across central and western Virginia. And we hear the … Continued
By Sandy Werner
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
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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
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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
