Beyond the Flames: How Food Distributions Are Helping Families Recover from Wildfires in Los Angeles County
In the aftermath of devastating wildfires that swept through parts of Los Angeles County, the physical danger from the flames may be over, but the ripple effects continue to impact families long after the smoke clears. From lost jobs and disrupted living situations to emotional...
How Food Banks Build Resilient, Thriving Communities Around the World
Food banks are often seen simply as places where people in need receive groceries — but their role is far deeper and more transformative. Worldwide, food banks are helping build resilient communities, addressing not only hunger but also social vulnerability, economic insecurity, and environmental challenges....
Worsening Food Insecurity in Waterloo Region: A Growing Crisis Demands Action
As communities across Canada grapple with rising needs, the Food Bank of Waterloo Region has sounded a stark warning: food insecurity isn’t improving — it’s getting worse. A recent report shows record-high demand for food assistance in the region, revealing that emergency food programs are...
Vermont Foodbank Puts Community Feedback and Peer Learning at the Center of Its Grant Strategy
As food insecurity continues to affect communities nationwide, organizations like the Vermont Foodbank are evolving not just how they distribute food, but how they support the wider network of local partners that serve people in need. In a recent feature by Food Bank News, Vermont...
5 Practical Ways to Save Money on Food Without Sacrificing Nutrition
Feeding yourself or your family well while also making every dollar count can feel like an uphill battle — especially when food prices seem to climb faster than paychecks. At United Food Bank & Services in East Hillsborough County, Florida, the organization hears from members...
Stretching Your Food Budget: Smart Ways to Save Without Sacrificing Nutrition or Joy
Managing a food budget can be challenging, especially as grocery prices continue to rise and household expenses compete for limited resources. For many individuals and families, stretching food dollars while still preparing nutritious, satisfying meals is not just a goal—it’s a necessity. The good news...
Ending the Year with Double Impact: Orlando Corporation Matches Donations to Food Banks Mississauga’s Holiday Drive
As 2025 draws to a close, Food Banks Mississauga is urging the community to end the year with generosity that goes even further — thanks to a powerful matching donation initiative led by the Orlando Corporation. From December 23 to 31, 2025, every monetary gift...
A Generous Pledge With Deep Impact: The Slaight Family Commits $10 Million to Support Food Programs in the GTA and Across Canada
In a moment of escalating need, when food insecurity has reached unprecedented levels in Ontario and across Canada, the Slaight family has stepped forward with a profoundly impactful act of generosity. On December 10, 2025, United Way Greater Toronto announced that the Slaight family would...
How a Simple Cookie Filled Hearts and Pantries: Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign Raises $134,518.74 for Barrie Charities
As the holiday season approached this year in Barrie, Ont., something truly heart-warming was baking—not just in Tim Hortons ovens, but in the spirit of giving throughout the community. The 2025 Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign once again proved that a simple act—buying a...
Let’s Feed More Families® Across the Country This Holiday Season: A Call to Compassion and Action
Every year as the holiday season approaches, Canadians are reminded not just of celebration and gratitude — but also of the difficult realities many of their neighbours face. This year, Food Banks Canada and its partners are once again sounding the call to action with...