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Giving From a Heart That Knows Hardship
We often see faces in a line or names on a sign in sheet, but behind each one is a…
Learn MoreSylvia’s Experience Shows How Food Partnerships Support Real Families
Sylvia Simon didn’t imagine she would be raising six grandchildren while dealing with disability, long-term illness, and a fixed income.…
Learn MoreMeet the ODonnells, A Family Growing Beyond Their Past
We don’t always get to meet the people we serve or hear real stories of their daily lives. Often, the…
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This year’s Midwest Food Bank Pennsylvania golf outing generated a net profit of $37,680, making it our most successful golf outing to date supporting hunger relief. Because of the generosity of sponsors, golfers, volunteers, and supporters, those funds will help Midwest Food Bank provide more than 300,000 meals to individuals and families facing food insecurity […]
Midwest Food Bank New England has completed the first of two newly wrapped semi-trailers, giving our fleet a bold new look that reflects the mission we carry every day. Produced by The Sign Connection in Vernon, CT, the new trailer graphics showcase the heart of Midwest Food Bank while increasing visibility as our trucks travel […]
The 2026 Out-Drive Hunger Golf Classic brought together supporters from across New England for a day of friendly competition and meaningful impact. Held June 17 at Blackledge Country Club in Hebron, Connecticut, the tournament welcomed 198 golfers across two courses. Throughout the day, participants enjoyed great weather, fellowship, and the opportunity to supportMidwest Food Bank […]
For Tom Pilch, volunteering is simply about helping people. As one of ten siblings, Tom learned early to appreciate what he had and to look for ways to give back. After working his way through high school and college, he spent 42 years in the packaging industry before retiring. Today, he brings that same work […]
For Focus Food Pantry, every visit is about more than providing food. It’s about building relationships, restoring hope, and walking alongside families as they work toward a brighter future. The ministry was founded on a simple calling: to be the hands and feet of Jesus each day. That mission continues to guide every volunteer, every […]