This past summer I had the privilege of being an intern here at the Federation of Virginia Food Banks where I did advocacy work. Prior to this position, I had minimal experience in the world of food insecurity. As far as I was concerned the tiny food pantry near my house was a full-fledged food […]
Legal Food Frenzy 2022 Results
Over the course of the 11 day competition, the legal community stepped up to the plate once again and raised the equivalent of 1.4 million meals for neighbors in need.
July Newsletter
The Federation is pleased to announce its July Newsletter.
2020 Impact Report
COVID-19 has spiked the demand for emergency food assistance across Virginia. Read how the Federation has responded to an unprecedented demand this year.
Systemic Racism and Food Insecurity
The facts bear witness to a truth we already know – food insecurity and systemic racism are inextricably linked. Poverty rates for Blacks are more than twice that of white, non-Hispanic individuals and the problem of food access disproportionately affects minorities.