Food Bank Blog

Frontline Q&A – Program Updates from Staff
As our COVID-19 response continues, we took a few moments to check in with staff members who manage and coordinate some of our various food

Frontline Q&A – Produce Programs
Nick Clark – Community Produce Program Administrator What are clients saying? People are sincerely grateful for the produce they get through the Community Produce Program.

Frontline Q&A – Senior Programs
Matt Harray – Direct Service Program Manager How do we help seniors? Senior Food Program distributions take place twice a month and are held at

Frontline Q&A – Child Programs
Anna Gorman – Child Programs and Extra Helpings Administrator How do we nourish kids? We’re continuing to partner with school districts in Contra Costa and
“This food really helps.”
There are a million different reasons why people are turning to the Food Bank right now… “My husband just had an operation, so we do
Update on our COVID-19 response
Dear Food Bank Family, We understand it’s more important than ever to stay connected in these uncertain times. The number one thing we want people
Behind the Scenes of our COVID-19 Response
In the past two weeks, we have seen a dramatic increase in the demand for our services. We anticipate that need will grow exponentially as
Behind the Scenes – Programs
Leading the new fight on hunger In the past two weeks we have seen a dramatic increase in the demand for our services. We anticipate
Behind the Scenes – Operations
Leading the new fight on hunger In the past two weeks we have seen a dramatic increase in the demand for our services. We anticipate
Behind the Scenes – Development
Leading the new fight on hunger In the past two weeks we have seen a dramatic increase in the demand for our services. We anticipate
COVID-19 Behind the Scenes – President and CEO
Leading the new fight on hunger In the past two weeks we have seen a dramatic increase in the demand for our services. We anticipate
COVID-19 Behind the Scenes: Communications
Leading the new fight on hunger In the past two weeks we have seen a dramatic increase in the demand for our services. We anticipate
Good news in tough times
Dear Food Bank Friends, We are grateful to be part of such a dedicated community. As partners, our goal is to keep you informed of
Your COVID-19 Service FAQs Answered!
Understandably, many questions are coming in and we’re doing our best during this evolving situation to keep everyone informed about how they can best support
How you can help during this time of crisis
Dear Food Bank Friend, How are you holding up? We’re only about a week and a half into our mandated shelter in place, and we