April 9, 2024
Serious industrial accident, student looks at bright future
It’s pretty obvious that Dawson is enjoying L.O.G.I.C. training at the Food Bank of Delaware’s new Milford facility. He always greets everyone with a smile and a friendly wave – everyday! Dawson’s part of the first class in Milford, and he’ll graduate in May. He’s been sending out resumes’ and planning for a bright, productive…
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Culinary training provides hope for mom and her children
Kyrie, a Rehoboth Beach resident, says she always had an interest in cooking, but never thought about a career in the food service industry until her mother saw a social media post about the Food Bank of Delaware’s Culinary School. Kyrie says she did a bit of research on our web site then thought “Let…
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March 13, 2024
L.O.G.I.C Student Spotlight: John Strawbridge
By Gabby Fernandez, Communications Intern Since January, John and his classmates have been training in the Food Bank’s Newark warehouse learning the ins and outs of the operations/logistics field. They learn warehouse machinery and have an opportunity to earn four certifications including Certified Logistics Associate and Certified Logistics Technician credentials from the Manufacturing Skills Standards…
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L.O.G.I.C. Student Spotlight: Stanley Gatewood
By Gabby Fernandez, Communications Intern Stanley and his fellow L.O.G.I.C. classmates are just weeks away from completing their program at the Food Bank! Since January, students have been undergoing hands-on training in the Newark warehouse, gaining valuable experience in operations and logistics. They’ve become proficient in operating warehouse machinery and have the chance to earn…
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December 21, 2023
Graduates end 2023 with promising new careers
This morning we celebrated the accomplishments of 22 students who successfully completed our culinary and warehousing/logistics training programs! The graduates expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to participate in these life-changing programs. They include: Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing and Inventory Control (L.O.G.I.C.) Deborah Bridgeford Joan Brown Brandon Evans Kendrick Miller Linnon Mills Jayvon Moore Jadon…
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December 20, 2023
L.O.G.I.C. Spotlight: Jahmar Williams
Jahmar Williams and his fellow L.O.G.I.C. (Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing and Inventory Control) classmates graduate from the 14-week training program tomorrow! Since October, Jahmar and his classmates have been training in the Food Bank’s Newark warehouse learning the ins and outs of the operations/logistics field. They learned warehouse machinery and had an opportunity to earn…
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December 19, 2023
Graduation gets emotional – in a good way; pass the tissues
Happy tears flowed this morning at the Food Bank of Delaware’s Class of 2023 Milford Culinary School graduation. This eight-member class will go down in history as the 37th – and final class – to graduate from the Mattlind Drive facility. Grand opening ceremonies for the Food Bank’s new 70,000- square-foot facility at 102 Delaware…
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December 18, 2023
L.O.G.I.C. Student Spotlight: Leroy Sims
Leroy Sims and his L.O.G.I.C. (Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing and Inventory Control) classmates graduate from the 14-week training program on Thursday! Since October, Leroy and his classmates have been training in the Food Bank’s Newark warehouse learning the ins and outs of the operations/logistics field. They learn warehouse machinery and have an opportunity to earn…
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November 30, 2023
L.O.G.I.C. Spotlight: Deborah
Deborah and her L.O.G.I.C. (Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing and Inventory Control) are weeks away from celebrating their graduation from the program! Since October, students have been training in the Food Bank’s Newark warehouse learning the ins and outs of the operations/logistics field. They learn warehouse machinery and have an opportunity to earn four certifications including…
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L.O.G.I.C. Spotlight: Joan Brown
Joan Brown and her L.O.G.I.C. (Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing and Inventory Control) classmates are just weeks away from graduating! It’s been a fulfilling experience for Joan so far. Before enrolling in the program, Joan was a caretaker for children. She learned about L.O.G.I.C. through a flyer; she has always been interested in learning to operate a…
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