Category: Operations

Where Food Banks Source Their Food — and Why It Matters

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A hand wearing a glove is selecting pears from a box.

Hunger relief looks simple on the surface: Get food to people who need it. Behind every distribution, however, sits a complex supply chain that blends federal programs, private donations, and… Read more »

The U.S. Farm Bill: What Does It Mean to Food Banks

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Text promoting discussion about the U.S. Farm Bill's impact on the SLO Food Bank, set against a background of a crop field.

The U.S. Farm Bill is a piece of legislation from the United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA). While many think of the Farm Bill solely as the funding source for… Read more »

The History and Impact of the SLO Food Bank

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Food Bank San Luis Obispo: People loading supplies onto a truck with a forklift.

The SLO Food Bank has been a driving force in alleviating hunger in San Luis Obispo County for over 30 years. Through their continuous dedication and innovative approaches, they have… Read more »