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Advocates Speak Their Truth, with Your Help
You helped provide a golden opportunity for 11 new graduates from the Food Bank’s Community Advocates Training Program to put their skills to the test over the summer. First, five members made live presentations during a graduation ceremony and spoke of the hardships,...
Your Support Helps Communities Adjust to Change
With your help, the popular School Food Centers being used in 18 communities across our six-county region have grown from the roots of the BackPack Program, which provides food to students to take home over the weekend. These centers have taken the best parts of the...
Getting to Know Mark Bordeau
Mark Bordeau recently joined the Food Bank as President and CEO, bringing more than two decades of experience in the hunger relief and nonprofit sectors, as well as nine years as a Food Bank board member. Mark shares his thoughts on the new position, how his...
Thanksgiving Food Safety and Recipes
Let’s Talk About Turkeys.... The Food Bank has put together Thanksgiving Food Safety and Recipes Packet to help ensure your family has a food-safe Thanksgiving! Check it out!
It’s Time for Check Out Hunger 2023!
The Food Bank of the Southern Tier is excited to announce the launch of its annual Check-Out Hunger event, in partnership with Wegmans, now through November 29th.
Spooky and Sweet: Halloween Banana Popsicles
As the leaves change colors and the air becomes crisper, it can mean only one thing - Halloween is right around the corner. It's the season of costumes, pumpkins, and, of course, sweet treats. But you don't have to sacrifice your healthy eating habits for the sake of...
Spooky Spider Deviled Eggs: A Hauntingly Delicious Halloween Treat
Halloween is just around the corner, and it's time to conjure up some spine-tingling delights for your spooky soirée. If you're looking for a devilishly good appetizer that will send shivers down your guests' spines, then look no further than Spooky Spider Deviled...
Deliciously Sweet and Moist Blueberry Bread: A Perfect Treat for Any Occasion
Deliciously Sweet and Moist Blueberry Bread: A Perfect Treat for Any Occasion
Pumpkins Aren’t Just for Carving: Exploring the Culinary and Nutritional Wonders
When we think of pumpkins, the first image that comes to mind is often a grinning jack-o'-lantern adorning our doorstep during Halloween. However, these vibrant orange gourds have a lot more to offer than just their decorative appeal. From tantalizing culinary...
Sodium Nitrate in Food: Uses, Risks, and Healthier Alternatives
Sodium nitrate, a chemical compound with the formula NaNO3, is a common food additive used in various processed foods for its preservative and flavor-enhancing properties. While it serves essential functions in food preservation, there are concerns about its potential...