Food For A Food Bank. A registered food bank which previously distributed prepacked low-risk foods now distributing higher-risk foods such as peeled vegetables and prepared foods. Arrasmith said the food bank served 7000 to 8000 people annually before COVID-19 a number he believes went up during the pandemic.
Its best to check your local food bank to get area-specific recommendations for example are apples welcome or problematic but heres a general list of items that most food banks need. Food banks are grassroots community organisations aimed at supporting people who cannot afford the essentials in life. Food banks act as food storage and distribution depots for smaller front line agencies.
2 days agoThe pandemic brought historic demand on Tarrant Area Food Bank and the need in the 13 counties it serves is still high.
The agencies receive food from the Community Food Bank and distribute that food to those in need free of charge. A registered food bank which previously distributed prepacked low-risk foods now distributing higher-risk foods such as peeled vegetables and prepared foods. Or you can send a donation to The Foodbank 56 Armor Place Dayton OH 45417. And usually do not themselves give out food directly to people struggling with hunger.
