Behind the Scenes of our BackPack Program
People may think they know about our BackPack Program, but we want to give you an inside look during Hunger Action Month. Just because school is starting up again, that does not guarantee students will no longer be hungry. Our BackPack Program provides pre-K through fifth grade students with healthy... Read Behind the Scenes of our BackPack Program's Story
New Program To Help School Children Make Healthier Choices
With school back in session, children and caregivers are faced with the important decision of a snack after school. Fruits and vegetables are very important in a child’s diet. Still, they seem to be last on a young child’s mind when they choose a “snack” for themselves. We have adapted... Read New Program To Help School Children Make Healthier Choices's Story
Restaurant Week 2019: July 29 – August 3
Get ready Baton Rouge, because DIG’s Restaurant Week is back, presented by Baton Rouge Metro Airport! From Monday, July 29, to Saturday, August 3, 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 –... Read Restaurant Week 2019: July 29 – August 3's Story
Anti-Hunger Advocacy Day at the Capitol
On May 23, 2019, food banks, community organizations, partner agencies, advocates and legislators from around Louisiana came together for Feeding Louisiana’s Anti-Hunger Advocacy Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. For the first time in five years, this day allowed attendees to hear from some of the champions in the fight... Read Anti-Hunger Advocacy Day at the Capitol's Story
Studies show Louisiana has the highest rate of senior hunger along with other compelling statistics
September is Hunger Action Month around the nation but during this month, it is important to focus on the statistics around hunger in our service area. For instance, did you know Louisiana is the number one state in the country in senior hunger? A study done by Feeding America, State... Read Studies show Louisiana has the highest rate of senior hunger along with other compelling statistics's Story
Q&A with Board Member – Alicia Robertson
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... Read Q&A with Board Member – Alicia Robertson's Story
SCHOOL IS OUT. VOLUNTEERING IS IN.
Do you need a fun and lively place to bring your youth group or camp this summer? Well look no further than the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. With a limit of 50 volunteers per shift, we provide an opportunity for your summer group to have fun while making an... Read SCHOOL IS OUT. VOLUNTEERING IS IN.'s Story
With New Technology Comes A New Volunteer Opportunity
As part of our "from Hunger to Hope" Capital Campaign, Mr. Ron Zappe from Zapp’s Potato Chips planned to support the food bank with a donation of one of his bulk packaging machines. When Mr. Zappe passed away, his family honored his memory by donating funds to allow us to... Read With New Technology Comes A New Volunteer Opportunity's Story
Kicking off the Summer With Cooking Matters
We have started the summer with our first Cooking Matters course through the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. On June 5, 2019 at West Feliciana Parish Library our Nutrition Services Manager, Jordyn Barlow, and Nutrition Services Coordinator, Courtney Jumonville, held the first of six classes for West Feliciana Parish. ... Read Kicking off the Summer With Cooking Matters's Story
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