Food Bank of Delaware

Food Lion Feeds Hunger Relief Day at the Delaware State Fair
2025-07-21 | Delaware State Fair, 18500 S Dupont Hwy, Harrington, Delaware, 19952
Bring 5 Food Lion brand boxed or canned goods to the Delaware State Fair on Monday, July 21 and receive one free gate admission!

The Farmer and The Chef
2025-09-11 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | DE
Featuring farm-sourced fare from Southern Delaware’s top chefs, this open-air event in the Food Bank of Delaware’s 3.5-acre garden in Milford combines farm-fresh ingredients with Delaware’s top culinary talent. Guests will enjoy tasting samples from each farm and chef duo, live music, beverage pairings, Food Bank Garden tours, a silent auction, and more.

Cooking Class with Executive Chef Tim Hunter
2025-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Food Bank of Delaware Newark Headquarters, 222 Lake Drive, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Prepping Ahead for a Busy School Year
Learn time-saving tips, kid-friendly recipes, and how to plan nutritious meals that make weeknights easier. Whether you’re a busy parent or just looking to get organized in the kitchen, this hands-on class will set you up for stress-free school days.

Tidewater Utilities Golf event
2025-09-19 08:30 (America/New_York) | DE
Join Food Bank of Delaware supporters and Tidewater Utilities, Inc., for a day of sunshine, swings, and spirited competition on the lakeside course! Whether you’re here to golf, sponsor, or simply enjoy the atmosphere, this annual charity golf outing promises good vibes, great company, and an even better cause.
Since 2008, Tidewater’s Charity Golf Outing has raised over $330,800 for Delaware nonprofits—thanks to community champions like you. Let’s tee up another unforgettable day and make a difference together!

Fall Job and Resource Fair
2025-10-22 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Food Bank of Delaware, 222 Lake Drive, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Looking for employment or want to make a career change? Want to connect with community resources? Join us for our Fall Community Resource and Job Fair! Job fair participants will also have an opportunity to visit our on-site mobile pantry!

Pop-Up Fall Dinner with The Culinary School
2025-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Food Bank of Delaware, 222 Lake Drive, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Presented by Chase
You’re invited to a plated four-course dinner prepared and hosted by the Food Bank of Delaware culinary team and our impressive students! Savor the flavors of Autumn, and don’t miss this dining experience – only 40 spots are available!
STARTER
Herb butter& warm crusty bread
Farm fresh radishes and baby carrots
SOUP
Farm grown butternut bisque
White wine poached apple, fried sage, creme fraiche, sage-infused honey
SEAFOOD
Mussels in leek cream sauce
Aged gouda gratin
MAIN COURSE
Dijon & white wine Cornish game hen
Swiss chard ricotta gnudi, roasted carrots
DESSERT
Mini pumpkin cheesecake with caramel sauce & apple cider reduction
Enjoy a bottle of red or white wine for the table
Price is $150/couple and proceeds benefit culinary training programs at the Food Bank of Delaware!

DART Stuff the Bus - Rehoboth Beach
2025-11-03 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Giant Food, 19312 Lighthouse Plaza Blvd., Rehoboth Beach, DE, 19971
Drop off your nonperishable food donations to DART First State’s Stuff the Bus Thanksgiving food drive!

DART Stuff the Bus - Dover
2025-11-04 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Target, 148 John Hunn Brown Rd, Dover, DE, 19901

DART Stuff the Bus - Stanton
2025-11-05 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | ShopRite of First State Plaza, 1600 W. Newport Pike, Wilmington, DE, United States

DART Stuff the Bus - Rodney Square
2025-11-06 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Rodney Square, Market St, Wilmington, DE, United States

DART Stuff the Bus - North Wilmington
2025-11-07 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | ShopRite of Brandywine Commons, 1300 Rocky Run Parkway, Wilmington, DE, United States

Bloom Energy Stars and Strides 5k
2025-11-08 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Bloom Energy, 200 Christina Pkwy, Newark, DE
Lace up your sneakers and help raise money for Delaware veterans! Partial event proceeds will benefit the Food Bank of Delaware!

DART Stuff the Bus - Newark
2025-11-08 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | ShopRite of First State Plaza, 1600 W. Newport Pike, Wilmington, DE, United States

iHeartRadio Turkey Round Up - Harrington
2025-11-13 13:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Food Lion of Harrington, 2004 Midway Drive, Harrington, DE, United States
iHeartRadio will be collecting frozen turkeys, nonperishable donations and monetary donations as part of its annual Turkey Round Up! Drop off your frozen birds and other holiday essentials!

iHeartRadio Turkey Round Up - Dover
2025-11-13 13:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Food Lion of Dover, 1030 Forest Avenue, Dover, DE, United States
iHeartRadio will be collecting frozen turkeys, nonperishable donations and monetary donations as part of its annual Turkey Round Up! Drop off your frozen birds and other holiday essentials

iHeartRadio Turkey Round Up - Middletown
2025-11-13 13:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Food Lion of Middletown, 501 W Main Street, Middletown, DE, United States

Thanksgiving Cooking Class with Chef Tim Hunter
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Food Bank of Delaware, 222 Lake Drive, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Chef Tim will guide participants through tips, techniques, and recipes to help you get a head start on holiday prep, from planning your menu to perfecting classic dishes. Whether you’re hosting for the first time or looking to sharpen your skills, this hands-on class is the perfect way to get ready for the big day!

Thanksgiving Cooking Class with Chef Tim Hunter - Milford
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Food Bank of Delaware Milford, 102 Delaware Veterans Blvd., Milford, DE, 19963, United States

42nd annual Caroling on the Circle/Georgetown Christmas Parade
2025-12-04 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | DE
Sussex County government will kick off the celebration in Georgetown starting at 6 p.m. that night with the 42nd annual Caroling on The Circle event, pepping up the community with the sounds of the season before giving way to the Town of Georgetown’s Christmas tree lighting and the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce’s Christmas parade, set for 7 p.m.
Attendees are asked to bring a nonperishable food donation for the Food Bank.

Movies on Tap: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
2025-12-05 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | DE
Join Movies on Tap for a special holiday movie to benefit the Food Bank of Delaware!
$25 ticket admission includes popcorn, two drinks (21 + over-encouraged) & movie ticket.
100% of ticket proceeds to benefit: Food Bank of Delaware

Breakfast with Santa
2025-12-06 10:00 - 12:30 UTC | Food Bank of Delaware Milford, 102 Delaware Veterans Blvd., Milford, DE, 19963, United States
The Milford Cafe will be open on Saturday, December 6 for a special Breakfast with Santa!
Free admission for kids 13 and under*
Adults (14+) pay just $12.
Pancakes & sausage, hot chocolate, coffee and orange juice will be served.
*Limit 2 kids per adult ticket
Kids are encouraged to bring a canned good.

Winter Warmer 5k
2025-12-28 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Autumn Arch Beer Project, 810 Pencader Drive, Newark, Delaware, 19702
Celebrate the end of 2025 and the beginning of winter with a hearty run and a cold beer.

Baking Class with Chef Tim Hunter (Milford)
2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Food Bank of Delaware Milford, 102 Delaware Veterans Blvd., Milford, DE, 19963, United States
Join us for a fun and interactive community cooking class led by Executive Chef Tim Hunter, with a special focus on baking! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned home baker, you’ll learn tips, techniques, and delicious recipes in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Come ready to mix, knead, and taste your way through an unforgettable baking experience!

Valentine's Pop-Up Dinner and Opera
2026-02-12 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Food Bank of Delaware Milford, 102 Delaware Veterans Blvd., Milford, DE, 19963, United States
You’re invited to an immersive evening featuring a five-course farm-to-table dinner prepared and served by the Food Bank of Delaware’s culinary team and students, followed by an intimate performance by OperaDelaware.

Sussex County Golf Tournament
2026-04-07 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Rehoboth Beach Country Club, 221 West Side Drive, Rehoboth Beach, DE, 19971, United States
Hit the greens for a great cause!
Join us on April 7 at the beautiful Rehoboth Beach Country Club for our inaugural Sussex County golf tournament. Enjoy a day of golf, camaraderie and coastal views, while making a meaningful impact.
All proceeds benefit the Food Bank of Delaware’s Backpack Program, helping ensure children across the state have nutritious meals to take home on weekends when school meals aren’t available.
Stay tuned for additional details including registration form!

Spring Plant Sale in Milford
2026-05-02 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Food Bank of Delaware Milford, 102 Delaware Veterans Blvd., Milford, DE, 19963, United States
Join us for our spring plant sale! The Food Bank agricultural team will be selling vegetable, herb and flower starts for your summer gardens! Proceeds benefit the Food Bank Garden and Farm! Free to enter. Plants and food from the cafe for sale (we accept check, credit card and cash)

Stamp Out Hunger Postal Food Drive
2026-05-09 | DE
Help Stamp Out Hunger on Saturday, May 9! Simply place a bag of nonperishable foods by your mailbox prior to mail delivery and your letter carrier will take care of the rest!

Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation Milk Run 5k
2026-05-16 09:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Ramsey’s Farm, 440 Ramsey Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
On Saturday, May 16th, 2026, the Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation is hosting the 13th Annual 5K Milk Run/Walk at Ramsey’s Farm in Wilmington, DE. All net proceeds will go to The Ministry of Caring’s Milk for Children Fund, the Food Bank of Delaware Backpack Program and the Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation’s efforts to advance agricultural literacy.

Spring Plant Sale in Newark
2026-05-16 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Food Bank of Delaware, 222 Lake Drive, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Join us for our spring plant sale! The Food Bank agricultural team will be selling vegetable, herb and flower starts for your summer gardens! Proceeds benefit the Food Bank Farm and Garden! Free to enter. Plants and food from the cafe for sale (we accept check, credit card and cash)

Mission in Motion (Formerly Forks on the Farm)
2026-06-12 17:30 - 21:00 UTC | Food Bank of Delaware, 222 Lake Drive, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
A one-of-a-kind gathering that honors the people and ingredients at the core of the Food Bank of Delaware’s mission. The evening begins with cocktails and farm-fresh appetizers among the fields before guests move into the very heart of our operation, the warehouse, for a plated dinner and an exciting live auction.
Dining where our mission comes to life every day offers a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse of the work that feeds our neighbors. Surrounded by the magic of the farm, the energy of our team and the warmth of community, we hope you’ll be inspired to help ensure every Delaware family has a nourishing meal on the table.
