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Brunch n' Learn

1.4 million NYC residents rely on Food Bank For New York City’s programs and services. 16.6% of households with children are food insecure

Food Bank For New York City The largest supplier of food for New York City’s network of food pantries and soup kitchens. Connect eligible New Yorkers to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program). The largest provider of free tax assistance to low- and moderate-income New Yorkers. Provide nutrition education in food pantries, soup kitchens and public schools across New York City. Conduct research and policy analysis to inform public awareness and government policy to address hunger in New York City.

Our Impact in FY20 Supplied enough food to member agencies for nearly 80 million meals. Delivering $36 million back into the local economy through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. Provided almost 7 million meals through SNAP (food stamp) benefits for eligible New Yorkers. Offered intensive nutrition education to more than 54,000 public school students and their parents/caregivers. Distributed over 45 million pounds of fresh produce.



A Growing Need

Stretching to Meet the Need

The Disproportioned Effect for Poor Communities

The Results of Our Efforts

New Distribution Models

Meet The Yeung-Medrano Family From The Bronx COVID-19 has impacted many people and families in a way no one ever expected. We are one of those families. As a family of six, (grandparents, parents and kids) loss of incomes and having to deal with the frustration of the never ending problem with unemployment office was a nightmare. We are fortunate to have the help and donations from many through Food Bank to help us offset financial burden and put food on the table. We have received produce, dairy, vegetables and fruits. We are grateful for the many volunteers who work tirelessly and donors who provide all these variety of food for me and my family. Thank you!!

Supporting Our Work • Donate-invest in ending hunger for all New Yorkers • Volunteer- donate your time and energy to help us serve NYC • Advocate- Use your voice in the fight against huger

Be a Donor

As a Volunteer • Under normal circumstance- Food Bank relies on over 800 volunteers a week • Virtual ways to get involved – Dear New York

As an Advocate • Encourage others to learn more- tell your friends and family about what you’ve learned here today • Connect people to support- if you know someone struggling with food insecurity point them towards our services • Speak to your elected officials-Food Bank makes it easy for you to reach out to your representatives. Just visit: https://www.foodbanknyc.org /advocate/

We are FOR NYC

Thank You! Bryn Towner Major Gifts Officer 646-866-8083 [email protected]