Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank

Serving our #BRFamily across 11 parishes since 1984.

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We’re excited to share that our Summer Feeding Program is expanding to 13 sites this year, bringing more free meals to children and teens across our community! Families can text “FOOD” or “COMIDA” to 304-304 and enter their address to find the closest summer meal sites.

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Through sponsoring programs like the Backpack Program in Ascension Parish, BASF is making a difference in the fight against hunger in their community. Learn more by clicking below!

#BRFoodBank #FoodBank #FightHunger

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One of our newer programs, the School Pantry Program, is making a meaningful impact by partnering with local schools to provide regular access to nutritious food for children.

Click below to learn more about the impact it is making!

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WEATHER UPDATE: Pointe Coupee Parish. https://t.co/lyfBJPiyfV

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Why does the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank purchase food instead of relying solely on food donations? Because it allows to us feed more people! By leveraging bulk buying and partnerships, we can provide up to 3 meals for every $1 donated.

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We're rollin' in! See when we will be near you in February! https://t.co/SAjNp5UOYb

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Weather Update: Iberville Parish. https://t.co/fXhiCis2Ww

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IMPORTANT UPDATES: https://t.co/WUb6z6uc95

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IMPORTANT UPDATES:

Due to the weather, we will be closed today and Wednesday, January 22 and plan to reopen on Thursday, January 23. Mobile distributions have also been rescheduled for safety. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Weather Update: Pointe Coupee Parish. https://t.co/LzNRjATFsS

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Weather Update: Iberville Parish. https://t.co/kVxM8KBHar

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Through partnerships with 54 healthcare facilities, our Food is Medicine program meets patients where they are to provide them with nutritious food and resources like SNAP assistance. Learn more about the program by clicking below!

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Thank you to the Price LeBlanc Family and the community for your support during this year's Hunger Action Month! With the help of the Price LeBlanc Family, over $400,000 was raised to fight hunger in our service area.

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In mid-2020, we embarked on a significant expansion of our cold storage capacity to increase the amount of fresh produce we could receive and to offer healthier food options. Click below to learn more about our cold storage capacity!

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We are honored to be named one of Baton Rouge Business Report’s 2024 Best Places to Work. Thank you @brbizreport for recognizing the dedication and passion that drives our team at the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank!

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Meet Ariane Dent, Senior Programs Coordinator at the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank! For over two years, she’s led initiatives like the BackPack and Mobile Pantry Programs in our service area. Learn more about Ari and her role by clicking below!

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Meet Alma Alexander, a dedicated monthly donor who's been giving back to her community since 2000 and the winner of our summer giveaway grill donated by @BBQ_Guys.

Click below to read more about Alma and her heart for giving back!

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Let's Stamp Out Hunger! Residents will receive a special Stamp Out Hunger paper bag in the mail the week prior to the Stamp Out Hunger date. Fill the provided bag and place next to your mailbox prior to the time of regular mail delivery on Saturday, May 11th.

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Weather Update: Assumption Parish. https://t.co/6JRwsbZgKS

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Mobile Distribution Update for Baton Rouge. https://t.co/RDnP4NTiMh