October 17, 2022
Staff, volunteers keep our agricultural operations growing fresh food
Despite this summer’s heat and the humidity, the Food Bank of Delaware’s farm – a year ‘round operation at our Newark facility – was quite productive, benefiting the community we serve. Agriculture Programs Director Kyle Brolis reports that more than 50 different fruits, vegetables, and herbs grew on the 5-acre site. And some crops produced…
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September 15, 2022
Weekly produce box: ‘. . . vegetables I would never be able to afford’
Michelle fights back tears as she expresses her gratitude for the services she receives from the Food Bank of Delaware. This 46-year-old New Castle woman became disabled five years ago after an auto accident. Although she had a 25-year career as a hair stylist, Michelle said she was driving and fell asleep at the wheel…
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September 6, 2022
CSA program’s fresh fruits, vegetables help disabled veteran
John spent his working life in military careers, first as a U.S. Navy submariner during the Cold War, and later in the National Guard in Operation Desert Storm. Now, this Bear resident is a disabled veteran; much of his time is dedicated to getting treatment for medical-related issues and dental problems attributed to his service….
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CSA’s fresh fruits and vegetables mean healthier meals for local family
Rosie, not her real name, says she is delighted by the fresh vegetables and fruit packed into her weekly Community Supported Agriculture produce box. Most of the produce is grown right on the Food Bank’s own farm in Newark! Life for this Middletown resident has been a struggle since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic….
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August 29, 2022
Summer produce boxes help make ends meet, offer new tasty treats
Jessica’s a working mom, but for her — like many people — today’s inflationary economy has created a serious budget crunch. Sometimes her paycheck doesn’t stretch far enough to pay all the bills and cover cost of food for her household of eight: her mom and her six children ranging in age from 6 to…
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August 25, 2022
Summer CSA produce box helps family recover from COVID losses
The COVID-19 virus devastated Michelle’s family finances. While caring for her family – her son came down with COVID first, then her mom, and then her boyfriend – she had to take off from work, but had no PTO benefits remaining. “I’m not back on track, and this has been since May. I’m really trying…
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August 16, 2022
Just what the doctor ordered: Food Bank of Delaware’s CSA box
It’s one thing to say “Make healthy food choices at the grocery store.” But there are many people who would love to buy healthy food, and quickly realize – as Newark resident Sara did: “It’s expensive to eat healthy.” Before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sara spoke to her primary care provider at Westside…
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August 9, 2022
‘I go without eating to be sure the bills are paid.’
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Vicki volunteered for the Food Bank of Delaware. Back then she also was able to make donations to our organization and encouraged co-workers to contribute as well. “When I got let go, I started needing them [the Food Bank], said the Newark-area resident. “Now, I do have some employment, but it’s…
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August 1, 2022
CSA fruits, vegetables help working mom stretch budget
Sticking to a budget is tough in today’s economy – even for folks working full-time. Just ask Lisa! This Milford mom is grateful to have a job she enjoys, reliable transportation, and a home. It’s challenging, though, to buy healthy food for two teens when she has a limit of $300 for food every two…
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July 21, 2022
Food Bank of Delaware Partners with Compact Membrane Systems to Reduce Food Waste
The Delaware First State Food System awarded a grant to the Food Bank of Delaware to work with Compact Membrane Systems’ (CMS) atmosphere control technology to increase the shelf life of donated produce. The goal of this project is to test and validate that the CMS Membrane System can double the shelf life of tested…
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