Blog : Food Bank of Delaware

January 30, 2025

From Kitchen School to Career Success: Brianna’s Journey

At the Food Bank of Delaware, we believe that food is more than just nourishment—it’s an opportunity for growth, learning, and a better future. For graduates of The Kitchen School…

‘ . . . Another day clean’: Culinary school offers hope, positivity

During class in our Milford Culinary School, Kelly appears calm and focused on the task at hand. What her demeanor doesn’t reveal is the trauma, the turmoil, the terror, and…

January 15, 2025

One year of HOPE in Milford

It’s hard to believe, but we cut the ribbon on the new Milford facility exactly one year ago today. The new facility has already become a cornerstone of the community,…

January 13, 2025

Step by step, Wilmington mom works toward financial stability

When Maria – not her real name – attended a seminar for prospective home buyers, she learned about a free financial coaching program, Stand By Me. She enrolled, then faced…

‘A huge need!’ Mobile pantry helps neighbors

When Melissa Campino, one of our outreach coordinators, goes out in the community she connects with neighbors who need food assistance but may not know where or how to get…

December 23, 2024

2024: A Year in Review

2024: Year in Review It’s safe to say that 2024 has been a very challenging year for our neighbors; we know the need is greater than what Delawareans experienced during…

December 19, 2024

Volunteer Spotlight: Bill Shupe

By Nina Negrin, Communications Intern At the Food Bank of Delaware, volunteers like Milford-resident Bill Shupe are at the core of our mission. His path to volunteering began after graduating…

Celebrating Determination

This morning, we proudly celebrated the graduation of our latest classes of The Culinary School and L.O.G.I.C. (Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing and Inventory Control) in Newark. The ceremony was a…

December 18, 2024

Food truck owner encourages students’ confidence

At the Food Bank of Delaware, emotions run high special ceremonies – like our Dec. 17 gradation – never become routine. We recognize that success means overcoming obstacles, dealing with…

December 16, 2024

‘It matters!’ Priest believes in supporting Food Bank’s mission

Food Bank of Delaware Board Member Corie Priest’s (pictured left with Food Bank of Delaware President and CEO Cathy Kanefsky and Vice President of External Affairs Chair Robinson) connection to…