Amid inflation, SNAP benefits did not cover the cost of a meal in 99 percent of counties in 2022. Adjustments to SNAP narrowed—but didn’t close—that gap.
Does SNAP Cover the Cost of a Meal in Your County?
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Is honey a better alternative sweetener to granulated sugar?
Raw honey contains trace amounts of antioxidants and may have antimicrobial properties while granulated sugar does not. Both honey and sugar are made of simple carbohydrates,
2023 Community Advocates Training (CAT) Graduation
On June 28th the Food Bank of the Southern Tier held a graduation ceremony for the most recent class of the Community Advocates Training (CAT) Program. The venue for the graduation ceremony was The L on Breesport Rd. There were 10 total graduates from the program in...
Staying Cool in the Summer Heat
The weather is quickly heating up! Whether you’re outside for work or pleasure, it’s important to know your risk factors and prepare to keep yourself safe in the summer heat. According to the CDC, several factors affect a person’s ability to cool themselves down, such...
Meet Our Outreach Partners: Tompkins County Office for the Aging
The Health and Nutrition team is proud to partner with several organizations in Tompkins County to provide community health outreach to interested partners. We want to take some time to introduce these awesome teams, including Tompkins County Office for the Aging. “NY...
Ensuring Food Security: The Vital Role of The Food Bank in the Summer
As the warm summer months arrive, the significance of food banks becomes even more crucial in combating hunger and ensuring food security. While summer is often associated with vacations, outdoor activities, and leisure time, it is important to remember that many...
2023 Kids Farmers Market schedules
Below are the locations and times of this year's Kids Farmers Markets. You can click on the image to enlarge. What is the Kids’ Farmers Market? The Kids’ Farmers Market is a no-cost distribution that provides fresh fruits and vegetables to children who are at risk of...
Food Bank of the Southern Tier names Mark Bordeau as next President/CEO
The Food Bank of the Southern Tier is thrilled to announce the appointment of a new President & CEO, Mr. Mark Bordeau, effective August 14. Mr. Bordeau brings a wealth of experience and strategic vision to the organization, as the Food Bank continues to advance...
Powerhouses of Compassion: Warehouse and Production Departments at the Food Bank of the Southern Tier
Last year, the Food Bank of the Southern Tier and our community partners saw the greatest demand for food in our more than 40-year history. We were only able to meet this need by the unwavering dedication of our unsung heroes. On this National Logistics Appreciation...
Partner pantry illustrates the value of caring that the Food Bank strives to foster.
A recent story from one of our partner pantries illustrates the value of caring that the Food Bank strives to foster. Pantry Coordinator, Jessamine Stone, shared how giving people dignity can change the dynamic of a situation. A woman came in for the first time...