Food Bank For New York City

Team Magenta from T-Mobile rolled up their sleeves with the Food Bank For New York City, packing nutritious meals and spreading smiles to our #NYC neighbors. Thank you to all who volunteered. Together, we're fueling the community with compassion and care! #GiveBack #Volunteer

We are saddened to share the news of the passing of one of our beloved community partners and founder of the Agatha House Foundation, Jeannette Joseph-Greenaway. When Jeannette first joined forces with Food Bank For New York City nearly a decade ago, her unwavering dedication to serving her Bronx neighbors was immediately evident. She always asked, "What else can I do?" and enthusiastically approached every challenge. From navigating SNAP benefits to Mobile Pantry operations, Jeanette's commitment never wavered. Jeannette actively participated in various Food Bank programs and other initiatives, including special Mother's Day food distributions, summer programs, hot meal distributions during the pandemic in collaboration with local restaurants, Easter Egg hunts, Christmas toy distributions, and organizing tours for our donors. She served as a consultant to our organization and a valuable thought partner for emergency food programs across NYC. She also participated in Food Bank's masterclass series, sharing her expertise with other agencies to help them serve New Yorkers in need more efficiently. Jeannette was an unwavering resource, embodying the spirit of kindness and collaboration. As a Food Bank Agency Advisory Committee Member, Jeannette played a pivotal role in shaping our strategies, exploring new opportunities, and offering feedback to enhance Food Bank's operations. She led workshops, provided guidance to partner agencies, and remained passionate about improving our collective impact on the community. Jeannette's dedication to serving others persisted even while she was in the hospital, where she was actively planning a community baby shower with her team. She never slowed down, never took a break, and worked tirelessly until the very end. Her fighting spirit was truly commendable. We remain committed to preserving Jeannette's legacy and collaborating with her team, including her daughters and husband, to ensure her vision lives on. Her profound impact resonates with many of our Food Bank staff members personally, inspiring us to honor her memory and do more for the community. Jeannette welcomed us into her home and Agatha House and volunteered alongside some of our own families. As we mourn this significant loss, we celebrate the light Jeannette brought into our lives and are inspired to continue her monumental legacy.

The vibes were immaculate at Greywind Restaurant and Bakery this week, where our Eat For Good event raised enough to provide over 285,000 meals for New Yorkers! The dynamic menu, designed by James Beard Award-winning chefs Dan Kluger and Stephanie Izard, showcased their perfect culinary synergy. A great meal and an even greater cause - we look forward to many more evenings like this. Thank you to everyone who attended, and a huge shout out to our event sponsors: Bank of America, Tito's Handmade Vodka, Sanpellegrino, and Kind of Wild Wines! #NYC #EatForGood #GiveBack

From the Deutsche Bank NY Headquarters to the five boroughs, our 2nd annual Food Bank 2 Go was a success! 200 volunteers packed 2,000 pantry boxes, providing 18,000 meals to families across the city. A huge thank you to Deutsche Bank and all of the volunteers - together we're working towards a food secure #NYC!

Our very own Leslie G. sheds light on the pressing issue of child hunger in NYC in a recent op-ed featured in amNewYork. As #NYC schools switch to summer break, many kids experience reduced access to nutritious meals, leaving families to face the challenge of providing additional meals for their children who heavily rely on free school meals.   In a city where 23.5% of children live in food-insecure households—equating to over 416,000 kids struggling to access sufficient nutrition—support from food banks, summer programs, and soup kitchens becomes crucial.   Despite the availability of resources, many eligible children miss out due to a lack of awareness or accessibility. It's imperative to enhance access to food assistance programs and resources, like those offered by Food Bank in partnership with community allies.   Dive into the full article to discover how we can unite in the fight against child hunger in NYC: https://bit.ly/4bQLmTT

With the cost of a barbecue at an all time high, every hot dog counts! 🌭 Thank you to Nathan's Famous, Inc. for continuing to help us feed communities around #NYC with their yearly Fourth of July donation of 100K hot dogs. #FourthofJuly #Giveback

Thank you, advocates and change-makers! Your support has been vital in restoring funding for the Community Food Connection program in the FY25 New York City Budget. This program is essential in providing food for community organizations across every borough. We appreciate our city’s leaders for backing food and services for older adults, expanding MyCity to include childcare assistance, and continuing to support the Mayor’s Office of Food Policy. At Food Bank, we understand the significance of these investments in addressing the city’s affordability crisis for families. The crucial need for consistent funding for food pantries and soup kitchens has become more evident with an 80% surge in visits to the food assistance network since before the pandemic. We must remain dedicated to securing the necessary funding to support families facing food insecurity and rising food costs. Sign up to join our action team and read the full statement from our CEO and President, Leslie Gordon: https://bit.ly/3XRDI8b

🌟 Opportunity Alert! 🌟 We are excited to announce that Food Bank for New York City is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Volunteer Engagement team through the NYC Civic Corps program. If you're passionate about making a real difference in the fight against food insecurity, this is your moment to shine! As a Civic Corps member, you will: - Build, develop, and enhance volunteer programs by recruiting, managing, and engaging volunteers - Gain essential skills in community engagement - Drive meaningful change in NYC's most underserved communities Don't miss this chance to contribute to a cause that truly matters. Apply now and be a part of something bigger! 📅 Deadline: June 30, 2024 🔗 Apply Here: https://on.nyc.gov/3VE2WEp

Immense gratitude to Stop & Shop for their incredible support at our Bronx Mobile Pantry yesterday! Their dedicated associates provided nutritious food to our community members and presented us with a generous donation. As a long-time partner, Stop & Shop plays a vital role in helping us drive the mission of food security for all New Yorkers. 🧡 Together, we’re making a lasting impact!

You’re invited to a culinary event like no other! 🧡 Join us at Eat For Good, where James Beard Award-winning chefs Dan Kluger (Greywind Restaurant and Bakery) and Stephanie Izard (Girl & the Goat) are teaming up for the first time ever. This special collaboration is part of Food Bank For New York City’s Dinner Series, bringing together top chefs to combat food insecurity. Get your tickets today to enjoy a night of incredible food while making a difference in our community: https://bit.ly/3XxDu65