The article below strikes a note because our daughter volunteers for a food bank/ministry. She sees people who live in our very own county in the USA who are virtually starving and relying upon the food bank for aid.
Read what was on the NBC4 Website as News yesterday:
“VERONA, Va. — The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank Network and its food pantries said they are experiencing a food crisis and desperately need donations.
The network and its member pantries said they served more than 68,000 people in June, 10,000 more people than they served last June. They have also distributed about 23 percent more food than last year.
Officials said they are facing a shortage because of increasing demand combined with fewer edible donations from grocery manufacturers, the federal government and food drives.
The network has issued a list of items it needs organized by month. In August, the network is asking for donations of canned meats.
For more information, citizens can call 800-296-FOOD (3663) or visit www.brafb.org. “
Donations are down because food prices are up. As usual, those who are already in need are cut the most severely in a crisis. Storing up for our own needs is fine, really it is, but forgetting those who are in need is not.
We can all donate something to a local food bank. Even if that ‘something’ of nutritional value is small it can make a huge difference in this time of crisis.
Popular Questions
Why do food banks need donations to manage a food crisis?
Food banks need donations to purchase and distribute enough nutritious food when demand rises during a food crisis. Financial gifts can help them buy staple items in bulk, cover transportation costs, and respond quickly when donated supplies are limited. Regular donations also support consistent food access for families, older adults, and individuals facing hardship.
What donations help a food bank manage a food crisis most effectively?
Food banks often need shelf-stable items such as rice, beans, pasta, canned vegetables, canned protein, cereal, and cooking oil. Monetary donations are especially useful because food banks can purchase high-demand products at discounted rates and fill specific shortages. Before donating food, check the organization’s current needs, expiration-date rules, and drop-off instructions.
How can businesses support a food bank that needs donations during a food crisis?
Businesses can provide financial contributions, organize employee food drives, or donate suitable surplus inventory. Grocery stores, farms, restaurants, and manufacturers may also coordinate with the food bank to redirect safe, usable food before it becomes waste. A recurring donation or scheduled product commitment can help the food bank plan distribution more reliably.
How can individuals donate to help food banks manage a food crisis?
Individuals can give online, donate approved food items, or volunteer with sorting, packing, and distribution. Monetary gifts allow food banks to respond to urgent shortages and buy the foods recipients need most. Donors should contact their local food bank first to learn which items, payment methods, and volunteer times are currently available.
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