Joussell Lopez was a young teenager when he emigrated from Nicaragua to the United States to be with his family. Now, he’s in his last semester at Northern Virginia Community College before he’ll transfer to George Mason University. He’s passionate about ensuring others have access to the same educational opportunities - and have access to enough food to be successful in school. That's why he's become a member of the food bank's Client Leadership Council. Read More
The food bank is excited to launch our 2021 client survey. Read More
Since March of 2020, the food bank's wonderful volunteers have helped pack and distribute nearly 350,000 emergency food boxes, which play an important role as one of many, contactless ways we get food to neighbors in need during this challenging time. Here’s an inside look at how these emergency food boxes come together – and how they get out our doors to those who need them. Read More
In honor of Giant’s 85th anniversary on February 6, we are reflecting on just some of the ways they have been – and continue to be– the best kind of friend. Read More
As part of the food bank's Client Leadership Council, members hear from experienced advocates from across the region who have used their perspectives and experiences with food insecurity to raise their voices for change. In January, the Council kicked off 2020 with a special visit from seasoned advocate Amy Jo Hutchinson. Read More
Kick off 2021 with this at-a-glance guide for how to help people in your community each month of the year. Read More
While the pandemic turned life upside down for all of us in 2020, it also showed the power of our community and renewed our deep commitment to the food bank’s most central purpose: ensuring our neighbors have the good food they need. Explore the impact made possible by our incredible community of supporters in the 2020 Annual Impact Report. Read More
English muffin, bagel, or tortilla baked with sauce and cheese – Pizza Bites! Pair with carrot slices or chopped broccoli. Flour Tortillas stuffed with scrambled… Read More
Toss Cherry Tomatoes and mozzarella cheese balls with olive oil and garlic. Brussels sprouts: Toss with oil and salt. Roast on a baking sheet for… Read More
Chopped kale with boiled eggs, sunflower seeds, and shredded carrots. Chopped Romaine lettuce, corn kernels, black beans, shredded cheese and toasted (and crushed) flour tortillas. Read More
