Redwood Empire Food Bank

09/01/2026

That’s right! Hunger Action Month starts today!

This September, we’re taking a moment to come together, learn more about food insecurity, and explore the many ways we can support our neighbors and community.

There are so many ways to take action, and we’ll be sharing them with you throughout the month. Find yours, join us, and help spread the word!

08/31/2026

Behind every partnership is a shared commitment to our community.

Eddie recently interviewed President & CEO Allison Goodwin at Iglesia Josue Church to talk about the power of partnership and how, together, we're helping ensure our neighbors have access to nutritious food.

Thank you to Iglesia Josue Church for being an incredible partner in the fight against hunger. Learn more about their work at IglesiaJosueUSA.org, and if you'd like to make a difference in our community, sign up to volunteer at refb.org/volunteer.

08/31/2026

Hunger is a community issue—and it takes all of us to understand it, talk about it, and work toward solutions.

Join us for a Community Conversation to learn more about hunger in our community, hear from local voices, and be part of the conversation.

Windsor: September 15 | 1:00–2:30 PM
Windsor Senior Center

Sebastopol: September 29 | 10:30 AM–12 PM
Sebastopol Community Cultural Center – Youth Annex

Everyone is welcome. We hope you’ll join us! To learn more and RSVP go to refb.org/hunger-windsor and refb.org/hunger-sebastopol.

08/28/2026

September is almost here, and we’re getting ready for Hunger Action Month!

Hunger Action Month is a nationwide movement led by that brings food banks, partners and communities together to take action against hunger.

Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing ways you can get involved. Show us how you’re taking action by using and tagging us in your photos and selfies!

Follow along and join us!

08/27/2026

A big thank you to Grocery Outlet and their customers for supporting this year's Independence From Hunger campaign!

Thanks to their generous donations, $31,488 was raised to support our neighbors across the community. We're so grateful for partners who help make a difference and strengthen our work to fight hunger.

Thank you, Santa Rosa Grocery Outlet, for helping us end hunger in our community.

08/26/2026

We're grateful to Petaluma Voice for highlighting the need for food assistance in our community. With about 400 new families signing up for food assistance each month, local support matters more than ever.

Read the article:

About 400 new families a month are signing up for local food bank

08/24/2026

SNAP matters in our communities. It helps people afford groceries and keep food on the table when budgets are tight.

As Congress considers the future of SNAP, we’re joining food banks across California in reminding our Members of Congress why this program matters to our neighbors.

Congressman Mike Thompson Congressman Jared Huffman we hope you’ll continue to stand up for strong SNAP benefits and the people who rely on them.

You can add your voice, too. Share why SNAP matters in your community by submitting a letter to the editor:

https://win.newmode.net/foodresearchactioncenter/protectingsnapmarch2026

Find your representative here: https://pressgallery.house.gov/member-data/members-official-x-handles-119th-congress

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08/20/2026

We’re halfway through August, but there’s still time to power up our community!

All month long, we’re collecting 20,000 cans of protein to help provide more nutritious, protein-rich foods to our neighbors.

Plus, Oliver's Market is helping us power up the collection! Chicken of the Sea Chunk Light Tuna, 5 oz. cans, are 4 for $5 all month long.

Pick up a few cans on your next grocery trip and add them to your donation pile!

08/18/2026

We’re honored to be named one of the North Bay’s Best Places to Work for the second year in a row!

This recognition is a reflection of the people who make the Redwood Empire Food Bank what it is. We’re grateful for our team and the way they show up for our community and for one another every day.

Here’s to the Redwood Empire Food Bank team!

08/14/2026

There's still time to help us reach our goal of collecting 20,000 cans of protein this August.

Protein helps children learn, supports older adults in staying active, and provides families with the nourishment they need. Yet it's often one of the hardest foods for households to afford.

Find more info at refb.org/ProteinPowerUp.

Thank you for helping ensure our neighbors have access to nutritious, protein-rich meals. Together, we can make a meaningful impact across our community.