December 11, 2025
What an Accomplishment: Kitchen School Students Conquer Obstacles to Achieve Success
At the Food Bank of Delaware, we never miss a chance to celebrate a win—and Thursday’s graduation ceremony for our Kitchen School in Milford was one of those moments that…
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December 10, 2025
Kitchen School Graduation: Celebrating Courage, Creativity and Community
Today we celebrated a milestone moment, the graduation of the 14th class of The Kitchen School, our 12-week culinary training program for adults with disabilities. Families, friends, staff and community…
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November 19, 2025
When the Safety Net Fails: Stories from the Government Shutdown
When the federal government shutdown went into effect in early October we began to prepare for potential increases in demand. Federal employees were uncertain about getting paid, and on November…
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November 12, 2025
Volunteer Spotlight: Connie
By Zaria Dalton, Communications Volunteer For many volunteers, the groups and friendships formed at the Food Bank start to feel like family. This is certainly true for Connie Houston. As…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Amber
By Zaria Dalton, Communications Volunteer If there is anything the Food Bank of Delaware is missing, it is certainly not dedicated volunteers. We are lucky to have people in our…
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November 6, 2025
Delaware’s Universal Breakfast Bill: Bright Start for Every Student
Delaware educators, parents, and students alike are celebrating the recent passage of the Universal Breakfast Bill — officially House Bill Substitute 1 for HB 91 — which provides free breakfast…
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It’s not just hunger: Food insecurity undermines health in of myriad ways
If you were asked to list the risks of food insecurity, you might quickly mention hunger pangs or illness. That can certainly be part of the day for those who…
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October 14, 2025
Guiding Students Toward Brighter Futures: New LOGIC instructors
At the Food Bank of Delaware, we often say “Food for today, and food for tomorrow.” Food fills a hungry stomach in the moment, but opportunity can change a life…
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October 13, 2025
Food Bank of Delaware kicks off Thanksgiving food drive
With Thanksgiving just weeks away, the Food Bank of Delaware is calling on the community to help ensure every Delaware family has a holiday meal to enjoy. The organization today…
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September 30, 2025
Supporting Newark Families: Inside the Newark Area Welfare Committee
For more than 90 years, the Newark Area Welfare Committee (NAWC) has quietly provided food, emergency assistance, and hope for families across Newark. What began as a small food cupboard…
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