May 1, 2017
Food Bank of Delaware declares winners of fifth annual CANgineering competition
An Etch-A-Sketch, Mr. Celery, a farm scene, state of Delaware replica and other structures made of nonperishable foods were among the winners of the Food Bank of Delaware’s fifth annual CANgineering competition. In an effort to help stock the food bank’s shelves and ensure that hungry Delawareans have access to healthy foods, the Food Bank…
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Culinary school impacts students’ lives in the best ways possible
Nelson Porto is all smiles these days. Yes, he’s working long hours, but there’s a huge pay off . . . financially, emotionally, mentally. He’s doing something he loves, and he’s earning a decent income. In fact, he is proud to have two jobs: one at The Rookery South and the other at Baywood in…
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April 28, 2017
Food Bank of Delaware honors outstanding supporters at annual dinner
Last night, the Food Bank of Delaware honored nine supporters who have played a critical role in the early stages of the organization’s Creating a Bold Future capital campaign. The campaign seeks to raise $10.5 million to fund the retrofit of the Food Bank’s future home at 222 Lake Drive in Newark. In addition to…
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April 27, 2017
Culinary student shows it’s never too late to learn
At 54 years old, Nuria McNamara says it’s never too late in life to learn something new. In December, Nuria went to her local social services office to apply for SNAP benefits. While there, she learned about the Delaware WONDER program. Delaware WONDER (Work Opportunity Networks to Develop Employment Readiness) is led by Delaware Health…
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April 26, 2017
Volunteer Spotlight: Nivek Gahunia
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! Throughout the month we will highlight the stories of volunteers who are committed to creating a community free of hunger! Twice a week Nivek Gahunia spends time volunteering at the Food Bank. Volunteers like Nivek are the heart and soul of the Food Bank of Delaware. Last year, the Food…
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April 25, 2017
Volunteer Spotlight: Mindy Brown
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! Throughout the month we will highlight the stories of volunteers who are committed to creating a community free of hunger! Mindy Brown started volunteering at the Food Bank about 20 years ago when she was still a high school student. Since then, she’s been coming on and off throughout the…
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April 24, 2017
Volunteer Spotlight: Linda Russell
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! Throughout the month we will highlight the stories of volunteers who are committed to creating a community free of hunger! Linda Russell has been volunteering at the Food Bank for just over a year now. Four years ago she retired from Wilmington Trust. “After three years, I had done what…
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April 21, 2017
Culinary School student finds second chance for success
Darnell Jervey received a culinary certificate from another local culinary training program in early 2016, but admits he didn’t take it seriously. A few bumps in the road led Darnell to Delaware’s Department of Corrections. On work release now, Darnell is committed to turning things around, not only for himself, but his two daughters. He…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Shivang Patel
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! Throughout the month we will highlight the stories of volunteers who are committed to creating a community free of hunger! Shivang Patel is fairly new to the Food Bank’s Newark volunteer room, but he’s already emerged as a leader. He volunteers at least twice a week and found out about…
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April 20, 2017
Volunteer Spotlight: Chrissie Brown
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! Throughout the month we will spotlight volunteers who are making a difference at the Food Bank of Delaware! Chrissie Brown from Bank of America is one of the many volunteers helping us alleviate hunger! Recently, Wes Chandler, our Senior Volunteer Coordinator in Newark, sat down with Chrissie to learn more…
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