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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
Finding Purpose One Day at a Time
Meet Barbara Johnson. She is just one face of many who receive food assistance while struggling to make ends meet every month. Barbara has visited One Way Deliverance Ministry for a couple of years now and she says that every time she has come, the staff has treated her with
Q&A with Board Member Dane Babin
In part of an ongoing series, we will be sharing thoughts and ideas on the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank in a Q&A format so that you can get to know our board members better and also learn how we are working to better serve those in need. We recently