No Kid Hungry Summer Meals Hotline
Summer is a difficult time for children relying on school meals, resulting in hunger for many. Not only do children go without, but often parents go without meals to feed their children first. A national nonprofit, Share Our Strength, is working to end this struggle for families with the No... Read No Kid Hungry Summer Meals Hotline's Story
Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank to Benefit from “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.”
On April 22, 2019, Walmart, Sam's Club and Feeding America launched the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign, a nationwide initiative calling the public to take action in the fight against hunger. Walmart and Sam's Club kickstarted the campaign with a $3 million donation to Feeding America and member food banks,... Read Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank to Benefit from “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.”'s Story
Stamp Out Hunger – May 11, 2019
Start collecting your nonperishable food items for the 27th Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive presented by Home Bank on Saturday, May 11, 2019, hosted by the United States Postal Service and the National Association of Letter Carriers. Last year, this nationwide one-day food drive collected over 71.6 million pounds... Read Stamp Out Hunger – May 11, 2019's Story
Empty Bowls – April 13, 2019
What is Empty Bowls? Empty Bowls is an international project to fight hunger, personalized by artists and art organizations on a community level. This event will take place at the EBRP Goodwood Library in Baton Rouge on April 13, 2019. You are invited to attend this special event in its... Read Empty Bowls – April 13, 2019's Story
Elementary Students Give to Fight Hunger
One group of elementary students wanted to make a difference this holiday season by hosting a candygram fundraiser. This group was comprised of eight students from the Park Elementary School in Baton Rouge. As part of the school’s Student Leaders group, fourth graders Malik Selvage, Makayla Keelen, Kentavions Williams, and... Read Elementary Students Give to Fight Hunger's Story
Restaurant Week 2019: January 21-26
Get ready Baton Rouge, because DIG’s Restaurant Week is back! From Monday, Jan. 21, to Saturday, Jan. 26, diners will be able to enjoy three-course meals at 50+ of Baton Rouge’s best restaurants for a fraction of the cost. Prices range from $15 – $40 per person. Even better? Snap that photo and... Read Restaurant Week 2019: January 21-26's Story
Opening Hearts – Giving Big in a Small Business World
A local T-shirt company continues to make their mark in Baton Rouge as people purchase their shirts showcasing the spirit of Louisiana. But it is the company’s spirit of giving that is truly establishing a legacy of making a difference in the lives of others. Meredith Waguespack started Southern Football... Read Opening Hearts – Giving Big in a Small Business World's Story
What Hunger & Compassion Looks Like on the Front Lines
Barbara Rogers is the Pastor, Founder and Overseer of One Way Deliverance Ministry. She has been a pastor for 19 years and says she has seen so much, both from her time in New Orleans during Katrina, and now here for many years after relocating her ministry to Baton Rouge.... Read What Hunger & Compassion Looks Like on the Front Lines's Story
The Importance of Nutrition in Fighting Hunger
Kick-starting a New Year can be an exciting time with the promise of new beginnings and a fresh start. During this time, many individuals turn their focus to creating new, healthy habits. But did you know that many Feeding America food banks across the country have not only strived to... Read The Importance of Nutrition in Fighting Hunger's Story
Different Ways You Can Give to Help Feed Those in Need.
While we always accept gifts of food and funds throughout the year, there are some unique ways you can donate to the Food Bank that will help support our mission. Read on to learn more about how you can invest in the Baton Rouge community to help those in need.... Read Different Ways You Can Give to Help Feed Those in Need.'s Story