Blog : Food Bank of Delaware

June 24, 2024

Culinary Alumnus thriving in restaurant career

To say that Culinary School alumnus Leroy Dixon is thriving in his culinary career at the Middletown Crooked Hammock is an understatement. Since graduating from our 14-week culinary training program…

June 13, 2024

As advocates for people with disabilities, we spoke nationally

Our Chief Impact Officer, along with two executives representing Harrington Raceway & Casino, presented as workplace advocates for adults with disabilities at the 2024 National Restaurant Association Show on May…

June 10, 2024

UD grad students partner with Food Bank on cultural foods project

The Food Bank of Delaware’s Nutrition team is partnering with University of Delaware graduate Nutrition Program & Planning graduate students in an ongoing project to help our neighbors living with…

Shepherd’s Office: Food, support offered with acceptance

The Shepherd’s Office has become a local landmark in Georgetown. Those in need know it’s a safe place to get a meal, clothing, personal hygiene kits, and support. Others recognize…

May 30, 2024

The commitment? ‘A community free of hunger!’

Legislative Day is a pretty big deal for us here at the Food Bank of Delaware. It’s an opportunity to speak face to face with our elected officials on behalf…

May 15, 2024

Food insecurity on the rise in Delaware

Feeding America released its annual Map the Meal Gap study today, showing a sharp increase in the number of food insecure Delawareans in 2022. These numbers are a clear indicator…

May 3, 2024

Success: Work you love with a great all-around team

It’s definitely a win when a Food Bank of Delaware Culinary School alumni lands a full-time job in the food service industry. It’s another win when he loves what he’s…

May 2, 2024

Food Bank of Delaware celebrates latest Kitchen School graduates

It’s graduation season! Today was a day of celebration at the Food Bank of Delaware in Newark. Graduation ceremonies for students who have completed our 12-week featured all the pomp and…

May 1, 2024

Kitchen School students graduate with confidence, high expectations

Smiles, laughter, and a few tears highlighted graduation ceremonies for The Kitchen School – the first in our new facility – as nine graduates experienced feelings of success and optimism…

April 30, 2024

Stand By Me program helps Dover woman reduce debt, buy home

Like many of our neighbors who reach out to the Stand By Me program, Julie was faced with the impact a low credit rating had on her life. So, she…