A few lucky staff members had the opportunity to take a Beginning Beekeeping Course at University of DC hosted by the DC Beekeepers Alliance. Our staff learned how to help manage bee populations, which are essential because they pollinate the fruits and vegetables we eat and food for animals which we then consume. Read More
The Capital Area Food Bank recently hosted 40 volunteers who each represented one of the “Divine Nine” original historically black sororities and fraternities. Together, they sorted food items in our warehouse and participated in a Face Hunger session -- a hands-on simulation and discussion activity that raises awareness and understanding of hunger. Read More
We're still in the heart of summer, when produce is plentiful. Here at the Food Bank's Urban Demonstration Garden, we're growing some delicious veggies all summer long, which are given away to food assistance partners and ultimately make their way to members of the community! But what can you do with this nutritious produce? How about some spicy eggplant! Read More
On the heels of the grand opening of its new US headquarters in Arlington, Nestlé employees are making an impact for neighbors in the Washington region. Read More
For families dealing with food insecurity, summer can be a struggle as their kids lose access to school meals. The Food Bank works to alleviate summer hunger through our Summer Meals programs, so kids can feel full and ready for summer adventures! Read More
Hannah Spanner runs the pantry and fresh food distribution program at Faith United Methodist Church. For her, serving the community with dignity and equity is what it's all about. Read More
The Capital Area Food Bank works with many incredible corporate and foundation partners. These supporters are diverse and represent an array of sectors and issues, but they’re unified by one thing: passion for making a positive impact in our community. Read More
Arisai is working hard, but the earnings from her job don’t always enable her to purchase the kinds of food she’d like to for her son, which can be expensive. That’s why she’s glad that his after care program partners with the Capital Area Food Bank as one of its 2,000 After-School Meals sites. Read More
We’re always on the lookout for ways to say “thank you” to our incredible volunteers, and April – National Volunteer Month – presented a great opportunity to do that with an “Evening of Gratitude.” Read More
ConnectEd is a collaborative workshop for Capital Area Food Bank partners to discuss how food and nutrition impact the health of the communities they serve. In March, CAFB joined Giant Food nutritionists and guests from the American Heart Association and Georgetown Hospital to host a ConnectEd session. Read More
