December 7, 2021
Rehoboth: Community Resource Center extends help, services to neighbors
It’s an understatement to say that the Community Resource Center in Rehoboth – one of the Food Bank of Delaware’s network of community partners — is a busy place; it’s bustling. Even though this center off the proverbial beaten path, it’s become a destination for people who need food and support. Located yards off the…
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A network of volunteers, food pantries support hungry neighbors
At the Food Bank of Delaware, every day we recognize that our volunteers are the heart and soul of this organization. In addition to the loyal volunteers who help in the Volunteer Rooms at both our Milford and Newark sites, a small army of Food Bank of Delaware Hunger-Relief Partners provide hands-on help at local…
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December 3, 2021
Food box relieves stress, provides nourishment for homebound senior
Like many of our neighbors who are senior citizens, Kari struggles not just with a myriad of health problems, but also with lack of transportation, as well as the challenges of living off a monthly Social Security check. In spite of all the daily challenges, Kari maintains a positive attitude bolstered by knowing she will…
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December 2, 2021
Sixteen graduates end 2021 with new careers
The accomplishments of 16 students from the Food Bank of Delaware’s Culinary and L.O.G.I.C. (Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing and Inventory Control) training programs were celebrated this morning at a graduation ceremony. The graduates have officially completed their coursework and are now ready for entry-level employment. The new graduates are: Culinary Michael Gibson Danyelle Gregory Zachery…
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BEHIND THE SCENE| Soup’s On sales benefit Culinary School students, community palates
The Food Bank of Delaware’s Soup’s On initiative continues to simmer to a win-win for our Culinary School students and for folks in the community who welcome a tasty soup, hearty bread, specialty butter . . . at a reasonable price. We talked to Chef Tish, chef instructor at our Milford site, to learn more…
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December 1, 2021
Nine graduates lauded for accomplishments after completing Food Bank Culinary School training
Nine members of The Culinary School at the Food Bank of Delaware’s Milford site celebrated their achievements today during a graduation ceremony. The sounds of cow bells and applause filled the air as families and friends cheered on their graduates. The new graduates are: Charles Anderson, Doug Anderson, Eric Bailey, Adam Carpenter, Nishemia Crain, Juan…
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November 29, 2021
Community Engagement Coordinator offers food and listening ear
Since July, the Food Bank of Delaware’s Community Engagement Coordinator Penelope Velasco has been a familiar face at our food distribution sites – both the mass distributions statewide as well as the pop-up sites that serve neighborhoods in which residents have been identified as food insecure. Velasco is part of Delaware’s 2021 Pilot Program for…
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November 19, 2021
Food Bank helps create a sense of food security for young family
Pictured: A DoorDash driver picks up a box of food from the Food Bank for delivery. At the Food Bank of Delaware, we know that food insecurity – and the issues surrounding it—doesn’t discriminate; it impacts our neighbors of all ages. Kendal is a young mom of two very small children – a 2-year-old and…
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Food Bank’s delivery program helps neighbors who fall between the cracks
Some circumstances contributing to food insecurity are not always obvious to those who are in good health, have family support, and transportation. For example, Joan’s challenging situation is not unique. The 60-year-old Elsmere resident became physically disabled six years ago when a rare kidney infection and extended hospitalization left her unable to walk, despite a…
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November 18, 2021
First-ever Forks on the Farm dinner a success
The first-ever Forks on the Farm dinner was held on the Food Bank Farm on November 12 under a moonlit sky. After a morning filled with rain, the skies cleared for a beautiful farm-side evening. The Food Bank farm farm was transformed into a dreamy, rustic venue where guests enjoyed a candlelit alfresco dinner prepared…
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