Since 1982, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank has been distributing millions of pounds of food to those in need of assistance through their network of member agencies across the state. To meet the demand, the Food Bank solicits food donations from the public and from the food industry, including supermarkets, food manufacturers and growers. Their participating community farms grow fresh produce for hungry Rhode Islanders while preserving valuable land. Each of the six sites is managed by a volunteer coordinator who works with the Food Bank. Throughout the growing season, the volunteer-run farms rely on schools, businesses and civic groups, as well as families and individuals. Last year, community farms contributed more than 55,000 pounds of fresh produce. The Community Kitchen is a culinary job training program for low-income and unemployed adults. Each class trains students in cooking skills, food safety and the life skills needed to acquire and retain a job. Over 80 percent of students graduating secure employment in the food and hospitality industry within a year or less of graduation.

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Rhode Island Community Food Bank

Rhode Island Community Food Bank

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