Rhode Island Community Food Bank

Rhode Island Community Food Bank Improving the quality of life of all Rhode Islanders by advancing solutions to the problem of hunger.
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05/29/2026

Every day, thousands of pounds of food leave our warehouse and travel to food pantries and meal sites across Rhode Island.

But what does that journey actually look like?

🚚 In our newest video, CEO Melissa Cherney joins Lead Driver John Mulholland on a delivery to Blackstone Valley Community Action Program (BVCAP) in Pawtucket, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how nutritious food moves from the Rhode Island Community Food Bank to neighbors experiencing food insecurity.

From acquiring food to daily deliveries to feeding neighbors, this work happens every day: and it's made possible by a community that cares.

▶️Watch our latest video to see how your support helps connect food with the people who need it most.

ContainerSolutions is a Rhode Island-based company that turns storage containers into affordable, sustainable housing op...
05/26/2026

ContainerSolutions is a Rhode Island-based company that turns storage containers into affordable, sustainable housing options. Recognizing that the issues of housing and food security are deeply intertwined, their 'Home to Table' initiative donates $5,000 to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank for every container home sold. 🏡

The RI Food Bank's Director of Corporate & Community Relations, Kelly Seigh, spoke at Friday's ContainerSolutions open house in East Providence alongside community partners and municipal leaders. Thank you, ContainerSolutions, for your commitment to food security and sustainability!

Check out WPRI 12's news coverage ⤵️

We're hiring! 🍎 Join our team at the RI Community Food Bank and help fight food insecurity across our state.We are accep...
05/24/2026

We're hiring! 🍎 Join our team at the RI Community Food Bank and help fight food insecurity across our state.

We are accepting applications for a Production Chef to join our Community Nutrition team, and an Agency Programs Coordinator to join our Agency Services team.

Join an organization where you can make a real impact!

Interested? 🔗 Learn more and apply via ADP: rifoodbank.org/careers

As the days grow longer and the weather trends warmer, you may find yourself craving lighter meals with more fresh produ...
05/22/2026

As the days grow longer and the weather trends warmer, you may find yourself craving lighter meals with more fresh produce. The Rhode Island Community Food Bank's Community Nutrition team develops delicious, seasonal recipes using cost-effective ingredients.

This Mediterranean Salad is packed with fresh veggies, protein, and healthy fats… and only costs $1.63 per serving. 💲Try it as a make-ahead weeknight side dish, or bring it to a Memorial Day get together.

Get this recipe and more: rifoodbank.org/healthy-habits-recipes

Mediterranean Salad – makes 5 servings 🥒🍅

You'll need:
- 1 cucumber
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 bunch parsley
- 1 can of chickpeas
- 1 can of black olives
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 2 tsp honey
- 2/3 cup feta cheese

1️⃣ Wash hands with soap and water.
2️⃣ Wash all fresh produce.
3️⃣ Chop cucumbers, tomatoes, and parsley. Combine in a bowl.
4️⃣ Drain and rinse olives and chickpeas and add to your bowl. Mix well.
5️⃣ Whisk together honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and mustard.
6️⃣ Pour dressing mixture over your salad.
7️⃣ Serve and enjoy!

The Food Bank will be closed on Monday, May 25th and will reopen for regularly scheduled operations on Tuesday, May 26th...
05/21/2026

The Food Bank will be closed on Monday, May 25th and will reopen for regularly scheduled operations on Tuesday, May 26th.

If you are in need of immediate assistance during this time, please dial United Way of Rhode Island's 2-1-1 hotline.

🚨 TIME-SENSITIVE ACTION ALERT 🚨➡️ What's happening: Rhode Island House of Representatives democrats are meeting TOMORROW...
05/18/2026

🚨 TIME-SENSITIVE ACTION ALERT 🚨

➡️ What's happening: Rhode Island House of Representatives democrats are meeting TOMORROW (Tues, 5/19) to determine their FY27 legislative priorities. Up for consideration is H7259, introduced by Rep. Scott Slater to direct critical state funding to the RI Food Bank for purchasing food.

➡️ What you can do: SHARE this post or reach out to House dems to help ensure supporting the RI Food Bank is a top priority.

➡️ Why: A staggering 1 in 3 Rhode Island households are experiencing food insecurity.

🔁 SHARE this post, and/or email House democrats.

Look up your legislator's contact information ⤵️

For the month of May, our Community Outreach team has put together a helpful, comprehensive guide of resources to help p...
05/17/2026

For the month of May, our Community Outreach team has put together a helpful, comprehensive guide of resources to help prepare you and your family for summertime, available in both English and Spanish. ☀️🕶️🍦

The Rhode Island Community Food Bank's Community Outreach team regularly compiles vetted, reliable community resources for distribution to the public, our member agencies, and partner organizations.

📋 Feel free to use this guide as a resource, and organizations should feel free to distribute it with the neighbors they serve.

To view or download, visit our Community Resources webpage and click "Resources Prepared by the Food Bank." rifoodbank.org/community-resources

Resources include: Children's Friend's Summer Enrichment Program; Eat, Play, Learn PVD through Providence Department of Recreation / Providence Public Schools / Providence Parks Department / the City of Providence; the SUN Bucks food assistance program for families with school-aged children via Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS); the Starting Right Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) via RI DHS; Rhode Island Monthly's summer camp guide; Providence Kids Out And About's 2026 guide to Providence-area summer camps; MySummerCamps & KidsCamps camp search tool; Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (EMA)'s list of cooling centers throughout the state; and Providence Recreation's list of public pools.

Last night, the RI Food Bank's Chief Philanthropy Officer, Dana DiMarco, testified before the House Finance Committee in...
05/15/2026

Last night, the RI Food Bank's Chief Philanthropy Officer, Dana DiMarco, testified before the House Finance Committee in support of H7259, legislation that would direct $3 million in additional funding to the Food Bank to purchase food for Rhode Islanders facing hunger.

Dana was joined by Dr. Alison Tovar, Vice President of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank Board of Directors, and Rachael LaPorte, Executive Director of member agency Rhode Island Center Assisting Those in Need (RICAN), both of whom also offered testimony in support of the bill. RI Capitol TV

We are proud of Dana, Dr. Tovar, and Rachael for lending their voices to alleviate food insecurity in Rhode Island, and we are grateful to Representative Scott Slater for championing this legislation in the House.

There are only two food classes left with Learning With Lana, one of the Healthy Habits programs from the RI Community F...
05/13/2026

There are only two food classes left with Learning With Lana, one of the Healthy Habits programs from the RI Community Food Bank.
50 East Court.......9:30-10:30. Hope to see you in our play room!

05/13/2026

National Salvation Army week day 2 - food pantry and community meals

➡️ If you haven't written to your legislators in support of the Food Bank, there's still time, but it's running out. ⬅️L...
05/12/2026

➡️ If you haven't written to your legislators in support of the Food Bank, there's still time, but it's running out. ⬅️

Last month, we engaged the General Assembly in support of legislation that would allocate $3 million in additional funding to help feed Rhode Islanders. Now, it's time for the bill to be heard by the House Finance Committee.

⏰ It takes 2 minutes to email your Representative using the easy-to-use tool on our website, but make sure to send BY 3 PM THIS THURSDAY, 5/14. (l!nk in comments)

TIP: Customizing the sample message helps ensure your email gets opened.

Already emailed? Tag a friend so they can take action.⤵️

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200 Niantic Avenue
Providence, RI
02907

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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