How a food pharmacy helped support a healthier pregnancy
When Funmilayo Ayodele was pregnant with her first child, managing her health wasn’t easy. Affording the fresh fruits, vegetables and other nutritious foods recommended… Read More
How local watermen are helping feed Maryland families
On a bright morning along Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the Choptank River is calm as father-and-son watermen Mike and Cody head out on the water. Read More
Summer meals: What’s on the plate?
A healthy summer starts with a balanced plate. When school lets out for summer, kids lose access to a reliable source of breakfasts and… Read More
Silver Market: Bringing fresh food to seniors with dignity and care
On the third Wednesday of each month, Yvonne is already looking forward to what’s ahead. She knows she will be visiting the Capital Area Food… Read More
Expanding food access for military families
When Megan Rowley first arrived at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) in late 2021, she wasn’t planning to start a food pantry. Like many military spouses,… Read More
Senior Hunger Conference 2026: Turning insights into action
DC seniors experience one of the highest rates of food insecurity in the country. But through collaboration across sectors, organizations are working to ensure seniors… Read More
A look inside Weller Road Elementary’s Family Market
At Weller Road Elementary in Montgomery County, Md., families can pick up free, fresh groceries each month —… Read More
Where does your donation dollar go?
You can make a huge impact right where you live through your support of the Capital Area Food Bank!… Read More
Meet some of our superstar volunteers
The Capital Area Food Bank couldn’t do the work of providing access to nutritious food across the region without our incredible volunteers. Each year, thousands… Read More
Afterschool meals helping kids learn and grow
Before digging into their meals, the students at Jubilee Housing’s afterschool program pause for a quick moment together. “Thank you for the food before us,… Read More
