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Founded in 1982, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to improve the quality of life for all Rhode Islanders by advancing solutions to the problem of hunger. The Food Bank serves as the central food distribution hub across a statewide network of 140 member agencies. Through donations, federal […]

One Year of Impact: Melissa’s First Year as CEO One year ago today, Melissa Cherney walked through the doors of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank as CEO for the first time. Since then, she’s traveled the state, gotten to know our member agencies, and has witnessed how Rhode Islanders show up for their neighbors […]

Raise a Glass, Make a Difference! Harbor Lights, in partnership with Hampton Water, have invited some beloved members of the RI Food Bank staff to be celebrity guest bartenders at their Drift Bar for a night! Thursday, August 6th from 5:00 – 7:30 PMHarbor Lights’ Drift Bar150 Gray St, Warwick, RI 0288921+Rain or shine Behind […]

Values in Action: 5 Food Pantries Recognized for Commitment to Core Values The Rhode Island Community Food Bank convened its member agency network at the 2026 Annual Agency Conference, bringing together representatives from our 137 member agency food pantry and meal sites, who are addressing food insecurity across every corner of Rhode Island. Five organizations […]

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