Happy new year! We’ve been reflecting on all of the ways you helped us in 2023 – and the incredible impact you’ve made on your community.
In fact, we’re wondering if you realize just how much you made possible last year… so we made this quiz to test your knowledge. Get ready to give yourself a pat on the back!
1. How many neighbors have you helped the Food Bank provide food to every MONTH in recent months?
- 150,000
- 275,000
- 300,000
- 465,000
2. Where did you help make food available to our neighbors in need?
- Schools
- Soup kitchens
- Child care facilities
- Food pantries
- Senior centers
- All of the above
3. What percentage of the food you help us provide to our neighbors every month is fresh protein, dairy and produce?
- 25%
- 40%
- 60%
- 200%
4. Which of these veggies were we able to purchase from small, women- and BIPOC-led farms this year thanks to you?
- Leeks
- Carrots
- Beets
- Strawberries
- All of the above
5. How many Food Bank volunteers spent time sorting, packaging and distributing food to our neighbors in need over the past year?
- 1,000
- 6,500
- 8,000
- 20,000
6. Which of these foods were we able to distribute in November and December thanks to supporters like you?
- Whole chickens
- Sweet potatoes
- Butter
- Cantaloupe
- All of the above
ANSWERS
1. 465,000 – The number of people we served continued to grow throughout 2023. We now serve more people than we did at the height of the pandemic, and we couldn’t do so without your support.
2. All of the above – In addition to our own food distributions throughout Contra Costa and Solano Counties, we partner with more than 260 local nonprofit partners who work with us to distribute food. We also support a network of school pantries. Check out this map to see everywhere your support reaches!
3. 60% – Thanks to you, we’re proud to say that more than half of the food we distribute is fresh! Providing nutritious food is part of our goal to improve the long-term health of our neighbors. Neighbors often tell us that fresh fruits and vegetables are their favorite items!
4. All of the above – By buying local, we’ve been able to provide our neighbors with super-fresh produce grown in their own backyards, while ensuring your donations also benefit our local economy. Read more.
5. 8,000 – Our dedicated volunteers gave their time so we could continue to get food to those who need it most. We are so grateful for their commitment to our neighbors in need.
6. All of the above – Your donations over the holiday season helped us provide seasonal, fresh produce and the ingredients that are central to so many holiday dishes and treats.
THANK YOU for everything you helped accomplish in 2023!
You’ve allowed us to get healthy food to our neighbors when and where they need it most, and for that we are extremely grateful. Happy New Year and thank you again – we can’t do what we do without hunger fighters like you!
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