Food Bank News & Updates
North Bay fire relief is still a priority
Our friends at the Napa Valley Food Bank are not only contending with the aftermath of the North Bay fires, but they also suffered the
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The post below written by Executive Director Larry Sly was originally posted in 2015 and is as relevant today as it was then. We are
Look what YOU did in 2017!
The Food Bank was able to provide more food than ever before and expand a few critical programs. Take a look at some of the
Addressing Hunger and Healthy Eating During the Holidays and Year-Round
At a time of year associated with holiday cheer and sharing, we know there are too many families and individuals in our community who struggle
Hope turned to success for Liz
You may remember we wrote about Liz and her family last month. If you missed it, you can read it here. A year ago
Having Fun While Raising Funds
Moraga Turkey Shoot Golf Tournament The 5th Annual Senior Men’s Golf Association Tournament held in late October at Moraga Country Club raised more than $52,000
Liz’s hope for the holidays
Liz was struggling to make ends meet for her family after a difficult divorce drained her savings and an injury prevented her from working. At
Tips for Hosting an Epic Holiday Party to Benefit the Food Bank
Here are some tips on how to easily fight hunger at your holiday gatherings. When you party with a purpose, you’re providing holiday meals
7 Tips for a Successful Holiday Food and Fund Drive
Hosting a food or fund drive is easier than you think! With these tips you will be on your way to helping provide food to
Wildfire Disaster Response
Immediately after the North Bay Area fires started, the Food Bank activated its coordinated disaster relief plan with food banks in the Bay Area. The strength
Update on Fires Affecting Local Food Banks
Food Bank provides assistance to communities impacted by North Bay fires As devastating fires continue to burn throughout the North Bay, community members, local nonprofits,
The Community Produce Program Adds 12 Additional Locations in Contra Costa County
We are very grateful for the Thomas J. Long Foundation’s support that has given the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano the opportunity to
No Immigration Action at Food Banks during Harvey
Food assistance needed without fear As part of the response plan for Hurricane Harvey, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Department (ICE) and U.S. Customs
Accolades about being green are turning us red!
This summer the Food Bank was presented with the Green Business Award from the City of Fairfield. We were recognized for our reuse and recycling
State of the Food Bank
It’s important to us to be transparent with our valued supporters. The 2016-2017 fiscal year recently came to a close and the numbers are in. Here’s
