I have prepared this Vision 2015 Investor’s Report on the recent performance of the Vermont Foodbank that has helped feed 153,000 Vermonters, including nearly 40,000 children, who struggle with hunger every day. Collection and Distribution of Food In 2014, we distributed 9 million pounds of nourishing food, exceeding our goal by nearly 10%. This bounty [...]
The Great American Milk Drive is a national initiative aimed at providing highly desired and nutrient-rich gallons of milk to hungry families who need it most. The local effort benefits the Vermont Foodbank and involves Hannaford Supermarkets, Cabot Creamery Cooperative, Booth Bros. Dairy, Monument Farms Dairy, the New England Dairy Promotion Board’s Must Be the [...]
Dear Friend of the Foodbank, As we reflect on the previous year, there is so much to be thankful for. At the Vermont Foodbank, we are especially thankful for you. Your generosity helped us provide meals to a record number of families who struggle with hunger in our community. But before you raise your glass [...]
Dear Friend of the Foodbank, Would you like to make the holidays happier for thousands in Vermont? There's still time! A gift today to the Vermont Foodbank will help fill hungry tummies and put smiles on the faces of those who desperately need our help this holiday season. There are children in our community who [...]
This is a guest post from our friends at Magic Hat Brewing: After many years of partnership, magnificent Mardi Gras parties and hundreds of volunteer hours, HOPE Works is passing the torch as the beneficiary of Magic Hat’s annual Mardi Gras Weekend in Burlington to pursue new endeavors. Magic Hat wishes to extend a thousand [...]
On Sunday, November 16, Price Chopper kicked off their annual giving program, “Check Out Hunger,” which runs through Saturday, December 13. The program consists of two elements. Customers can: “round up” their change to the nearest dollar amount and it will be added directly to their grocery bill, and/or purchase a food donation of select [...]
