Visionaries
Stop & Shop
Stop & Shop is a steadfast partner of the Food Bank, donating food, funds and manpower in support of our work. Stop & Shop is a presenting sponsor of the Food Bank’s Empty Bowls fundraiser and of the WJAR Souper Bowl of Caring Telethon. The grocer donates turkeys during the holiday season, conducts register donation campaigns and volunteers at the Food Bank. Learn more about Stop & Shop’s philanthropic efforts.
IGT
As a steadfast champion in the fight against hunger, IGT’s generous and ongoing sponsorship of the Empty Bowls event plays a crucial role in helping the Rhode Island Community Food Bank nourish neighbors in need. Their support enables us to stock the shelves of our statewide network of member agencies with nutritious staples, fresh produce, and culturally relevant foods. We’re grateful for IGT’s unwavering commitment to creating a healthier, hunger-free Rhode Island.
Bank Newport
We extend our heartfelt thanks to BankNewport for their multifaceted support of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. As a sponsor of the WJAR Souper Bowl of Caring Telethon and our signature Empty Bowls event, BankNewport plays an essential role in our mission. In addition, their generous operating grant sustains our year-round efforts to serve 84,000 Rhode Islanders each month through our statewide network of member agencies.
Shaw’s Foundation
Thank you to the Shaw’s Foundation for awarding the Food Bank a $30,000 Nourishing Neighbors Nutrition Security Grant in support of our statewide SNAP outreach and application assistance program. This vital program helps low-income, food insecure individuals and families enroll in federal nutrition programs, such as SNAP and WIC, and retain their benefits for as long as they are eligible. We couldn’t do this important work without your support. Learn more about Nourishing Neighbors.
Amica
The Food Bank would like to thank Amica for their generous sponsorship of our Empty Bowls 2025 event, and awarding us a $20,000 grant to support our statewide SNAP outreach and application assistance program. Federal nutrition benefits, like SNAP, are a vital support to food insecure families and help shorten the lines at Food Bank food pantries and meal sites. The Food Bank’s SNAP Outreach program improves successful enrollment in SNAP, helping families gain financial stability. Learn more about Amica’s philanthropic efforts.
Washington Trust
Washington Trust’s long-standing partnership with the Rhode Island Community Food Bank continues to drive meaningful impact—from their generous sponsorship of the Empty Bowls event to their spirited annual Peanut Butter Drive and additional grant funding. Together, these efforts allow us to distribute healthy, nourishing food across our entire network—from Woonsocket to Westerly. We’re proud to count Washington Trust among our most committed community partners. Learn more about Washington Trust’s community involvement here.
