Food Bank For New York City

From the Deutsche Bank NY Headquarters to the five boroughs, our 2nd annual Food Bank 2 Go was a success! 200 volunteers packed 2,000 pantry boxes, providing 18,000 meals to families across the city. A huge thank you to Deutsche Bank and all of the volunteers - together we're working towards a food secure #NYC!

Our very own Leslie G. sheds light on the pressing issue of child hunger in NYC in a recent op-ed featured in amNewYork. As #NYC schools switch to summer break, many kids experience reduced access to nutritious meals, leaving families to face the challenge of providing additional meals for their children who heavily rely on free school meals.   In a city where 23.5% of children live in food-insecure households—equating to over 416,000 kids struggling to access sufficient nutrition—support from food banks, summer programs, and soup kitchens becomes crucial.   Despite the availability of resources, many eligible children miss out due to a lack of awareness or accessibility. It's imperative to enhance access to food assistance programs and resources, like those offered by Food Bank in partnership with community allies.   Dive into the full article to discover how we can unite in the fight against child hunger in NYC: https://bit.ly/4bQLmTT

With the cost of a barbecue at an all time high, every hot dog counts! 🌭 Thank you to Nathan's Famous, Inc. for continuing to help us feed communities around #NYC with their yearly Fourth of July donation of 100K hot dogs. #FourthofJuly #Giveback

Thank you, advocates and change-makers! Your support has been vital in restoring funding for the Community Food Connection program in the FY25 New York City Budget. This program is essential in providing food for community organizations across every borough. We appreciate our city’s leaders for backing food and services for older adults, expanding MyCity to include childcare assistance, and continuing to support the Mayor’s Office of Food Policy. At Food Bank, we understand the significance of these investments in addressing the city’s affordability crisis for families. The crucial need for consistent funding for food pantries and soup kitchens has become more evident with an 80% surge in visits to the food assistance network since before the pandemic. We must remain dedicated to securing the necessary funding to support families facing food insecurity and rising food costs. Sign up to join our action team and read the full statement from our CEO and President, Leslie Gordon: https://bit.ly/3XRDI8b

🌟 Opportunity Alert! 🌟 We are excited to announce that Food Bank for New York City is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Volunteer Engagement team through the NYC Civic Corps program. If you're passionate about making a real difference in the fight against food insecurity, this is your moment to shine! As a Civic Corps member, you will: - Build, develop, and enhance volunteer programs by recruiting, managing, and engaging volunteers - Gain essential skills in community engagement - Drive meaningful change in NYC's most underserved communities Don't miss this chance to contribute to a cause that truly matters. Apply now and be a part of something bigger! 📅 Deadline: June 30, 2024 🔗 Apply Here: https://on.nyc.gov/3VE2WEp

Immense gratitude to Stop & Shop for their incredible support at our Bronx Mobile Pantry yesterday! Their dedicated associates provided nutritious food to our community members and presented us with a generous donation. As a long-time partner, Stop & Shop plays a vital role in helping us drive the mission of food security for all New Yorkers. 🧡 Together, we’re making a lasting impact!

You’re invited to a culinary event like no other! 🧡 Join us at Eat For Good, where James Beard Award-winning chefs Dan Kluger (Greywind Restaurant and Bakery) and Stephanie Izard (Girl & the Goat) are teaming up for the first time ever. This special collaboration is part of Food Bank For New York City’s Dinner Series, bringing together top chefs to combat food insecurity. Get your tickets today to enjoy a night of incredible food while making a difference in our community: https://bit.ly/3XxDu65

We are thrilled to share that our President and CEO, Leslie G., has been recognized as one of Crain's New York Business 2024 Notable LGBTQIA+ Leaders! Join us in celebrating this well-deserved achievement, as we honor Leslie's unwavering commitment to fostering inclusivity and equity for Food Bankers in the workplace and for all of our New York City neighbors. Let's also recognize the LGBTQIA+ leaders who continue to inspire future generations and pave the way toward a more equitable future. See the full list to learn more about Leslie and the other leaders shaping positive change in our communities: https://lnkd.in/ekHyzbrR #Equality #Inclusion #PrideMonth

Whether you're sharing a meal with loved ones or taking time to reflect, Juneteenth is a profound reminder of the journey toward freedom, justice, and equality for all. It calls us to recognize the inhumanity of our past and renew our commitment to a better future. At Food Bank, we proudly honor #Juneteenth as a day of important recognition and progress.

This week at the Community Kitchen, we not only provided our regular meal and food distribution services but also celebrated Father's Day in style 🧡 Community members enjoyed snacks, games, and an exciting cornhole competition!