Making donations to food banks is an easy way to help those in need.
Local food banks need support around the holidays and all year long.
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Local food banks have been hit hard and need is rising.
senior vice president of No Kid Hungry
As of [March 17, 2020], 39 states had closed schools entirely.
Fortunately, as of July 2022, the health risks posed by the pandemic have lessened over time.
However, Davis notes that the need and the financial impact has not abated.
Today, one in six kids face hunger in the U.S. Food insecurity exists everywhere, saysZuani Villarreal, the senior director of communications forFeeding America.
For this reason, donating to food banks is more important than ever.
Why donate to food banks specifically?
How do I donate to a local food bank?
The donation process will vary from food bank to food bank.
To find your local food bank, Villarreal advises visitingFeedingAmerica.organd entering your zip code into the food bank locator.
senior vice president of No Kid Hungry
From there, she recommends connecting with that local food bank.
Typically, theyll have a most-needed list of items of things you’ve got the option to donate.
Financial donations are also welcome at most food banks as are volunteers.
Volunteerism is a huge need at all food banks, Guerra says.
And the donation of the dollar goes a long way also.
Other local meal programs such as Meals on Wheels also rely on volunteers to deliver and prepare meals.
No Kid Hungry has a texting line to help, she says.
Families can text FOOD or COMIDA to 304-304 to find community meal sites for their kids.
What food (or other) items can be donated?
Guerra adds that low-sodium canned vegetables, rice, and canned fruit are also needed.
There are some items that food banks generally dont take as donations such as homemade items, Guerra says.
Keep the expiration dates in mind as well.
Many nonperishable items have a shelf life well beyond their sell-by date, Guerra says.
So, Villarreal recommends using your best judgment.
Depending on the food bank, some also accept other items as donations.
To receive donations, nothing is required and no questions are asked.
Because seniors are most at risk for COVID-19, Meals On Wheels is especially a valuable resource right now.
you might donate money or volunteer your time in your city.
While the organization doesnt accept food, you’ve got the option to donate monetarily through its site.
Visit its site for more information.
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