Hunger Action Month Kickoff
September is Hunger Action Month – a month where people all over America stand together with Feeding America and the nationwide network of food banks to fight hunger. It’s a month to spread
History of the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank
In 1984, the economy in Baton Rouge was among the worst in the country and many people in the community were in need. The downtown churches and social relief agencies, all members of
Most Asked Questions on Social Media
Q: Can I receive food at the Food Bank? Not directly. Food is collected and warehoused at GBR Food Bank, then distributed to the 115+ member agencies we serve throughout the area –
You Are the Saving Grace for Our Seniors
As a reflection of today’s economic uncertainty, many senior citizens find themselves in need of food assistance for the first time in their lives. After a lifetime of work, many seniors in our
Fighting Hunger, One BackPack at a Time
The end of summer marks the beginning of the school year for students. And while some children won’t be too excited about going back to school, others are looking forward to it. To
Volunteering Knows No Age Limits
For his 7th birthday, Antonio Thomas, II wanted to celebrate turning one year older differently than other children. While most first-graders would wish for money or toys for their birthday, Antonio only had