Back-to-school season is usually a time of excitement and fresh starts. But for many families, it can also bring financial stress. At the Richmond Food Bank, 18% of our clients are school-aged children, serving as a reminder that not every student begins the year with the supplies and nutrition they Read more…
At the Richmond Food Bank, we are proud to spotlight one of our outstanding community partners: Montrose Properties. Their commitment to sustainable development goes hand in hand with their deep investment in community well-being. This summer, Montrose has stepped forward as a matching donor for our Brighter Days, Fuller Plates Read more…
Want to grow healthy food while conserving water? Join us for an informative workshop where you’ll learn essential techniques for growing an edible garden – even in dry or drought-prone conditions. You’ll leave with the knowledge to build your own water-wise food garden plus a take-home resource guide packed with Read more…
This summer, hundreds of children in Richmond will face the long break without the school meals they depend on. At the Richmond Food Bank, we’re working hard to ensure no child goes hungry and that school-aged kids and their families have reliable access to nutritious food throughout the summer and Read more…
Are you ready to grow your own food? After a couple years off, we’re excited to bring back our gardening workshops this year! Join us as we kick off the season with a hands-on workshop all about seed starting. Whether you’re new to gardening or just want to brush up Read more…
We are proud to share the impact of your generosity and dedication, which has enabled us to support our neighbors through another year. Our 2024 infographic can be viewed here. Amid rising food prices and a growing demand for assistance, 2024 was another year of growth and adaptation for the Read more…
As we gear up for the season of gratitude and generosity, there’s no better way to kick off the giving spirit than by participating in Giving Tuesday. Every year, Giving Tuesday falls on the Tuesday following the US Thanksgiving and as the name implies, it is a day for giving Read more…
Happy holidays! Here is our holiday schedule for late December 2024 to early January 2025. Please note that there will be NO grocery distribution from Monday, December 23rd, 2024 to Saturday, December 28th, 2024. During this week, our office will be open from Monday-Friday 9am to 3pm. Our first grocery Read more…
This holiday season, Peterson is generously matching donations up to $10,000 once again! This marks the ninth consecutive year Peterson has committed to this incredible initiative, doubling the impact of donations made to the Richmond Food Bank Society. We are deeply grateful for this ongoing support, which amplifies the difference Read more…
Save the date! The Richmond Food Bank is hosting an Open House event on Friday, September 27th from 12pm-2pm. This event is a fantastic opportunity to engage with our community, celebrate new milestones, and learn more about our mission and impact. Here’s what you can look forward to: A Fresh New Look Read more…