🍐 A heartfelt thank you to Paul Wilson and the team at Rivermaid Trading Co., California’s #1 pear grower, for their compassionate donation of pears to help those in Asheville impacted by the recent hurricane. As a fifth-generation family farm, Rivermaid Trading Co. blends tradition with innovation, ensuring that families in need receive fresh, nutritious produce during challenging times like this. Your kindness is truly making a difference in the lives of many. 💚🌿 #CommunitySupport #FarmToFamily #StandingWithAsheville #CaliforniaGrown #FoodBanks
California Association of Food Banks
Non-profit Organizations
Oakland, California 1,922 followers
We lead the collective effort to end hunger in California.
About us
The California Association of Food Banks is working to create a hunger-free California. Harnessing the voice of our 40+ member food banks of California, we influence public policy, collaborate with local farmers to get fresh food into our food banks, and provide nourishment to millions of food insecure families and individuals.
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www.cafoodbanks.org
External link for California Association of Food Banks
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Oakland, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1995
- Specialties
- Food Banking, Advocacy, CalFresh Outreach, and Farm Collaborations
Locations
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Primary
1624 Franklin St
Oakland, California 94612, US
Employees at California Association of Food Banks
Updates
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October is Filipino American History Month! 🎉 We honor the rich history, culture, and countless contributions of Filipino Americans, who have helped shape the fabric of our communities. From advocacy to agriculture, Filipino Americans continue to inspire positive change and build a brighter future for all. Join us this month in celebrating their stories, heritage, and achievements! 🇵🇭 #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth #FAHM #CommunityStrong #CelebrateDiversity
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📊 Dive into our latest blog to explore the key data sources we feature in our newly released Economic Indicators Dashboard, including measures like the Official Poverty Measure, California Poverty Measure, and Real Cost Measure. Understanding these numbers can help food banks guide their programs, advocacy, and partnerships to better serve those facing hunger. 🤝 Discover how data on poverty levels and income thresholds play a role in addressing food insecurity. Read more on our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/gmz_m3ZZ #EndHunger #FoodInsecurity #CAFB #CommunitySupport
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#SummerEBT, the newest entitlement program, provides food benefits over the summer. But kids need food during all school breaks and emergency closures. The Stop Child Hunger Act #HR4379 by Rep Mike Levin would extend and increase these benefits for millions in #CA. #EndChildHunger
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#CA led the way with #SchoolMealsforAll, now let’s make it a reality for every child. Access to food is as critical to learning as textbooks and calculators. Let’s nourish children so they are ready to learn! Representative Ilhan Omar #HR3204
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During a recent visit to Redwood Empire Food Bank, CAFB had the opportunity to see their incredible volunteers in action, cooking up healthy meals to share at food distributions! 🍽️ It's inspiring to see such innovative and heartfelt ways to serve and connect with their community. 💛 #CommunityImpact #FoodForAll #EndHungerCA
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In 2023, CA’s #FoodBanks were powered by more than 2,200 paid staff members. But food banks cannot operate without the help of the community. For #HungerActionMonth this September, join us in the movement to #EndHunger by taking time to volunteer with family, friends, or your work. Find a food bank near you at cafoodbanks.org/members
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California produces nearly half of the nation’s fruits and vegetables, yet more than 1 in 5 California households face hunger, with higher rates of food insecurity for families with children. Because of this, CA’s #FoodBanks work with more than 6000 partner agencies to distribute food in CA. For #HungerActionMonth this September, join us in the movement to #EndHunger by volunteering at a local food distribution. Check your local food bank’s website at cafoodbanks.org/members!
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Everyone needs nutritious food to thrive. CA’s #FoodBanks provide targeted support to #children, college #students, older adults, & #unhoused people. This September, during #HungerActionMonth let’s unite to #EndHunger. Every action counts—whether you donate, advocate, volunteer, or spread the word online! 💵⚖️🫶🌐
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In 2023, CA’s #FoodBanks served more than 6 MILLION people per month, a 20% increase since 2022 with only 4% in additional food resources. Because of vast structural inequities, much higher levels of #FoodInsecurity are experienced by Black and Hispanic/Latine households, with White Californians experiencing food insecurity at rates lower than the general population. For #HungerActionMonth this September, join us in the movement to #EndHunger for ALL Californians. Access to food is a fundamental human right!