Supporting Our Neighbors Through the SNAP Crisis
As Rhode Islanders continue to feel the impact of the government shutdown on the SNAP program, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank is doing everything in our power to ensure that our neighbors have the food they need. Thanks to generous community support and prompt action from our team, since late October, we’ve purchased nearly 1 million pounds of food, being distributed through our 137 member agencies statewide.
This food is already making its way onto pantry shelves and dinner tables. We’ve purchased highly-requested food staples, including: peanut butter, tuna, chicken drumsticks, pork tenderloin, shelf stable milk, pasta, tomato sauce, different varieties of rice, eggs, cereal, beans, canned vegetables, olive oil, canned meals, soups, and macaroni and cheese. We’re also preparing to create kids’ boxes, senior boxes, and additional to-go bags for unhoused individuals to reach even more Rhode Islanders experiencing food insecurity.
With demand on food pantries doubling or more than doubling in some areas of the state, every additional pound counts, and every act of generosity helps make this work possible. We are so grateful for your support!
Tune In Tomorrow: WPRI 12 Day of Giving
Thursday, November 13th is WPRI 12’s Day of Giving to benefit the RI Community Food Bank! Tune in anytime to WPRI 12 or log on to their website: crews will be broadcasting from the RI Food Bank warehouse, encouraging generosity from every corner of our state.
If you’ve been thinking about supporting the Food Bank this holiday season, the Day of Giving is a great time to pitch in: our generous supporters at Arpin International Group and Washington Trust are matching dollar-for-dollar the first $110,000 donated through the campaign!
Founded in 1982, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank (“the Food Bank” or “RI Food Bank”) serves as the central hub for food distribution across its state-wide network of 137 member agencies, ensuring that nutritious food reaches those who need it most. Through donations, federal programs, and community partnerships, the Food Bank works to improve the quality of life for all Rhode Islanders by advancing solutions to the problem of hunger.
The RI Food Bank is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Rhode Island Community Food Bank︱rifoodbank.org︱(401) 942-6325︱200 Niantic Avenue, Providence RI 02907︱contactus@rifoodbank.org
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