It’s the 25th anniversary of the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive! The food bank hosted a kickoff at its distribution center, and we’re encouraging the community to provide donations by their mailboxes on Saturday, May 13.
In Honor of All Working Moms
This Mother’s Day, join me in honoring all working moms by supporting mothers who need some help feeding their families.
In Honor of My Strong Single Mom
During my time at the food bank, I’ve met so many women who are working and raising children like I was, but doing it without enough food. And as hard as it was for me, I know it can be much harder.
Making Earth Day Bright!
A donation of leafy greens from BrightFarms made Earth Day a little fresher for lots of families in our area.
The Disconnect Between the Healthcare Debate and What We Know About Prevention
In the national health care debate, there is one fact that both the left and the right agree on: Americans spend the majority of our dollars on end-of-life crisis care and very little on prevention. Why?
Health, the future, and that guy with the tacos.
The surgeon general and the President’s Council on on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition celebrated the Council’s 60th anniversary at the food bank today. Why? Because both have concluded the same thing we have: that food is at the heart of health.
Calling on Affordable Retailers
Our community needs grocery stores – not just corner stores – within reach of every neighborhood.
Stemming the Rising Tide of Suburban Hunger
Hunger knows no age, no race, no religion and increasingly, no zip code. The Capital Area Food Bank is committed to tackling this tough challenge, and to finding ways to reach children, seniors, and families with good food no matter where they live.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car and CAFB Team Up on Wellness
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is making a big investment in hunger relief and wellness in our area. To kick things off, they joined us for a day of volunteering!
On The Twelfth Day of Giving, My Food Bank Gave to Me…
By giving generously this holiday season, we can all make a big difference. 12 friends of the food bank have also signed up to match any gift made before the clock strikes midnight tonight, up to $100,000. Join us!