Food for Others Wins Moxie Award  FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA (November 8, 2024) – Food for Others, a regional food bank serving the community since 1995, has won the 2024 Moxie Award for Nonprofits (<20 employees). Executive Director Deb Haynes is pleased to have accepted this award highlighting the operational innovation and boldness of the Food for

As we approach Halloween, a time of haunted houses, eerie decorations, and spooky fun, there’s a more alarming reality lurking beneath the surface in our community—one that doesn’t disappear when the costumes come off. Thousands of families face the frightening reality of food insecurity every day – struggling to afford nutritious food for their families.

Summertime brings longer days, fun-filled vacations, and embracing the free time in your schedule. However, summer can look very different throughout the community because Hunger Doesn’t Go on Holiday.  Throughout the summer, we often see around a 40% drop in food drive donations. We’ve shared some easy ways to get involved and support Food for

Summer is here, and with it comes beautiful and nutritious fruits and vegetables available at Food for Others! One of our favorite parts of summer is our produce pop-up stands outside My Market. These pop-up stands provide our clients with greater access to fresh, seasonal produce – one of the most requested items in our

May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month. Food plays a vital role in one’s mental health. At Food for Others, we see firsthand how access to nutritious and culturally diverse food can impact mental health.  According to a recent study, “the importance of food security as a health predictor often outweighs the impact of

As Earth Day approaches, we’re excited to share the ways Food for Others is making a positive impact on our planet every day! From composting to food rescue and community gardens, we’re dedicated to creating a better environment for all. Learn more about the ways we are committed to creating a more eco-friendly, sustainable food

The month of March marks Social Worker Appreciation Month, a time dedicated to acknowledging the important work of social workers. Social workers connect individuals with community resources – including resources at Food for Others. Many of the individuals we serve are introduced to the work at Food for Others by their social workers.   One

As we embrace the charm (and yes, the cheesiness) of Valentine’s Day, we dedicate this blog to the heart of Food for Others – our volunteers! From the fast-paced lobby of My Market to the comradery of packing power packs, volunteers are the backbone of Food for Others. Food for Others has seen thousands of

This month marks one year since the opening of My Market. A hub for community, My Market has seen a plethora of volunteers, donors, and clients walk through the doors. Volunteers and clients alike share smiles and stories. Amid the changing seasons, from the calm days of July to the chaos of December, My Market

Thanksgiving week is usually buzzing with energy – from last minute grocery shopping to coordinating travel plans with family, the week can feel overwhelming. However, for many of our neighbors, the feelings of stress do not come from an overabundance and juggling conflicting plans, but rather stem from a lack of food. The week of