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Volunteer Picnic June 2023
On Thursday, June 15th, the Food Bank of the Southern Tier held a picnic for some of our great volunteers. Here are some of the pictures from that event. ...
Showing Empathy Strengthens Client-Pantry Connection
When determining how best to help someone in need, the best approach is to simply ask them.
That philosophy has helped Jessamine Stone go from a dissatisfied food pantry client to a very satisfied coordinator of the same pantry, with a happy client group to match.
Hawaiian Chicken
This Hawaiian Chicken recipe can be prepped and used for an easy dinner later in the week.
Crispy Beet Roots
Our JSY nutrition educator Sam loves beets! Try out her crispy beetroot recipe.
Easy Pecan-Crusted Catfish
Catfish are coming soon to the Food Bank menu. Try this classic Southern pecan-crusted catfish recipe!
Watermelon Black Bean Salsa
Watermelons are here! Try out this delicious watermelon black bean salsa recipe. This recipe is one of the JSY nutrition educators’ favorites!
Indian Spiced Vegetables
Photo Credit:“chickpea spinach curry” by F_A/ / CC BY 2.0Chickpeas are an excellent source of plant-based protein, fiber, iron, and folate. They're also low in fat and calories, making them a great addition to a healthy diet. Plus, they're super versatile and can be...
Remembering Mark Lisi
The recent passing of our lead Mobile Food Pantry Driver Mark Lisi was a tremendous loss to everyone at the Food Bank of the Southern Tier and to so many volunteers and program recipients who knew him as the “face” of the Food Bank. He was truly an ambassador for the...
Importance of Community Drives Giving
When you walk into any large space at Williams Toyota in Elmira, it is hard to miss what Vice President Dalton Williams calls “the guiding light we revisit daily.” It’s a poster-sized list of what Dalton refers to as the Playbook — a set of rules the company, as well...
Cherry Dumplings
Cherries will be in season soon! Save and try this healthy desert recipe.