Annual dinner showcases culinary students, thanks top supporters and friends
By Gwen Guerke, Communications Coordinator It goes without saying that the Food Bank of Delaware’s Annual Dinner is regarded as a special evening. The event is our opportunity to honor…
By Gwen Guerke, Communications Coordinator You’re never too old to learn something new, and the dozen Kent County senior citizens who participated in the Food Bank of Delaware’s Senior Cooking…
Who doesn’t want strong bones and muscles? Fourth graders at Bancroft Elementary were certainly excited about the prospect of having strong bones and muscles from consuming more calcium! A group…
Senior Recipe Club classes offer new ways to prepare food
By Gwen Guerke, Communications Coordinator Some common perceptions may not be a reality, such as senior citizens know how to prepare healthy, nutritious and economical meals. Sure, they may have…
Partner Spotlight: Backpack Program at G.W. Carver Center
By Gwen Guerke, Communications Coordinator Many of the participants in the Food Bank of Delaware’s Backpack Program are in elementary and middle school. However, at the G.W. Carver Center in…
Partner Spotlight: After-School Nutrition Program at Gauger Middle School’s 4-H Program
By Kim Turner, Communications Director Every weekday morning, a group of dedicated volunteers work alongside Food Bank of Delaware staff in both Newark and Milford to prepare healthy after-school meals. Volunteers spend…
Partner Spotlight: Backpack Program at Philip C. Showell Elementary
By Gwen Guerke, Communications Coordinator Each Friday, 61 students at Philip C. Showell Elementary School in Selbyville receive a bag of shelf-stable food for the weekend. These students participate in…
Bank of America and Food Bank of Delaware Unveil Brand New Community Nutrition and Education Vehicle
Bank of America and the Food Bank of Delaware unveiled a brand new Community Nutrition and Education vehicle this morning at an event outside Bank of America’s downtown Bracebridge complex….
Partner Spotlight: Backpack Program at Gallaher Elementary
By Kim Turner, Communications Director Last year we distributed more than 129,000 bags of weekend food through our Backpack Program, a meal program for children who are at risk of…
By Ashley Michini, $tand By Me Financial Coach It’s never too late to take control of your financial situation. Money can be stressful, but you have the power to take…
