When more than 300 guests are waiting to be served at one of the Food Bank’s biggest fundraising events of the year, staying calm isn’t just a nice quality—it’s essential….
Food Bank of Delaware Completes Food is Medicine Accelerator, Prepares to Launch Pilot Program
The connection between food and health has never been clearer. Across the country, healthcare providers and community organizations are increasingly recognizing that access to nutritious food can play a vital…
Stand By Me helps neighbors build stronger futures
Stand By Me offers free personal and financial coaching to Delaware residents through a partnership with United Way of Delaware. Trained coaches help participants create budgets, reduce debt, improve credit,…
Striving + resilience yields thriving in a new career
We are so proud of Kanika Dukes Hazzard — and her journey deserves a spotlight. On Dec. 18, Kanika graduated from our Culinary School in Milford. By January 5, she…
When Greg Coumatos was recognized as the Food Bank of Delaware’s June Employee of the Month, he was quick to downplay the reason for the honor. “This is something any…
Meet GiGi: Culinary School Graduate and Entrepreneur
For GiGi, cooking has always been more than a hobby. It’s been a lifelong passion that has now grown into a business focused on creating healthier treats for people with…
Opinion: As Costs Rise, Delaware Families Feel the Strain
By Cathy Kanefsky, President and CEO, Food Bank of Delaware Recently, the Food Bank of Delaware gathered with partner agencies at Legislative Hall to shine a light on the growing…
Culinary School training boosts food truck entrepreneur’s success
Something about the sweet-and-spicy smoke from real-deal barbecue has a way of stopping people in their tracks. It draws first-timers and loyal regulars alike to the bright red food truck,…
Culinary training, hard work leads to professional success
Back in 2024, when Kyrie “Kay” Villella enrolled in first Culinary School held in our then-brand-new Milford facility, she could have never imagined where those first steps – plus a…
Food Bank of Delaware, Community Partners Gather at Legislative Hall to Highlight Impact of Rising Costs
The Food Bank of Delaware joined community partners, food pantries and organizations from across the state at Legislative Hall on Tuesday to shine a light on the growing impact of…
