Category: Food Insecurity
At Nevin Elementary School, supporting students goes beyond the classroom. By taking care of the whole child, students are better able to learn, grow, and thrive.
Domitila is retired, but has custody of her grandson. Helping him thrive includes receiving food assistance from the Food Bank.
Families like Laura’s depend on programs like the Food Bank’s Backpack Program to help feed their families when school is not in session.
The LA Regional Food Bank’s Backpack Program helps alleviate hunger for thousands of children across LA County.
Through the BackPack Program, students and their families receive nutritious food to take home, helping bridge the gap between school meals.
When Help Can’t Wait: How Food Assistance Supports Neighbors Like Lidia and Rue When It Matters Most
For Lidia, food assistance is crucial as she goes through the loss of employment and a parent. Meanwhile, Rue is feeling the effects of inflation.
Nicole’s family was impacted by the wildfires. Food distributions and the Backpack Program help her family in the recovery process.
Holiday staples, such as turkeys, have increased in price. Learn more on how the Food Bank prepared for the upcoming holiday season.
Are you, or someone you know, in need of food assistance and need to find a food pantry? Learn more on how to find help.
This September, Hunger Action Month, the Food Bank asks supporters to help fight hunger by joining Around the Table. This blog post wraps up the campaign.