Expanding food access, one prescription at a time
Food is medicine. When people have access to the groceries they need to manage chronic health conditions, they feel better and live healthier lives. But… Read More
Ramping up Support During the Federal Government Shutdown
As the federal government shutdown approaches the one-month mark, we’re seeing increased need for food assistance across our community. Federal workers and contractors who have… Read More
From Client Leadership Council Member to Program Leader: Chelsi’s Full-Circle Journey
Just over four years ago, Chelsi Lewis moved back to the DMV, determined to finish her college degree and build a better future for her… Read More
Nourishing Student Success at Prince George’s Community College
On a busy afternoon at Prince George’s Community College, Khloe-Ann Carnegie settles at a campus table, pulling out her favorite snack, a GoGo Squeez applesauce,… Read More
Hunger Report 2025: Food insecurity in DMV remains elevated, deepens in severity
The challenge of hunger in the Greater Washington region is persistent and deepening. New data from the Capital Area Food Bank’s latest… Read More
Celebrating 1 Year of Impact in Northern Virginia
One year ago, we opened the doors to our expanded and improved Bedford Falls Foundation Northern Virginia Distribution Center. For more than 30 years, the… Read More
Ways to take action during Hunger Action Month
September is Hunger Action Month! Each September, people across the country join together to raise awareness about hunger and take action to help solve it. Read More
Seeking Support After Service: Adam’s Story
On a hot summer day outside of the Basilica of the National Shrine, cars lined up slowly. Weaving their way through the parking lot one… Read More
When Good Food Meets Good Care: Mark’s Story
When Mark Dais walks through the doors at Unity Health Care’s East of the River Health Center, he’s quick with a smile and a friendly… Read More
How Xandra, CAFB’s food growing specialist, keeps the garden blooming
Our sprawling Urban Demonstration Garden is abloom. From towering stalks of corn to bushes heavy with ripe tomatoes, our half-acre garden is thriving, thanks in… Read More
