Conversations about nutrition between the dietitians and young patients with diabetes at Children’s National Hospital often have led to the same obstacle: the foods that… Read More
When it comes to solving complex issues like hunger, sourcing and distributing meals is only the first step. A core part of our work… Read More
Mieka Wick is the Executive Director of The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation, which for years has been a significant investor… Read More
Roberta has a career in home healthcare, but needed a little extra help this year affording food for the holidays. She knew the food bank would be there for her to help make the season special. Read More
A new year is just ahead. Get ready to kick off 2022 with this at-a-glance guide for how to help people in your community each month of the year. Read More
Dr. Arethusa Kirk is the National Senior Medical Director for Community and State with UnitedHealthcare — one of the largest health insurers in the nation… Read More
In the living room of an upper-level apartment, baby Sophia smiles from the comfort of a pink rocker, decorated with unicorn-and-flower-print fabric. A calm… Read More
On October 28, the Capital Area Food Bank received $150,000 from the Enterprise Rent-A-Car Foundation to address food insecurity in the greater Washington region. The… Read More
A new option for affordable groceries has arrived in Maryland! The food bank is thrilled to announce the expansion of its Curbside Groceries initiative into Prince George’s County. Curbside Groceries, which currently operates in DC’s Ward 8, is a mobile grocery truck designed to create equitable access to nutritious food at affordable prices by serving residents in areas with few nutritious grocery options. Read More
Food bank partner Jubilee Housing has continued to serve children throughout the pandemic, providing hot meals and snacks to keep kids healthy and energized year round. Their programs engage children in experiential learning opportunities in science, engineering, art, and math, as well as civic engagement. Just as importantly, the program provides a deep sense of community that extends beyond its building walls. Read More
