Our mission is to distribute food to our neighbors in need by mobilizing our giving community and volunteers.
In our nation’s capital area, the high cost of living forces many families who are struggling to make ends meet to choose between spending money for food, or on other basic needs such as housing and healthcare. Since 1995, Food for Others has been helping many of these families.
Food for Others is an important part of Northern Virginia’s safety net for those needing food when an emergency strikes and for the growing number of working poor who need to supplement their inadequate food supplies.
News & Events
Summer Volunteers
At Food for Others, our perfect summer is always the same: fresh produce, community events, and amazing volunteers! For many of our community members, volunteering is a huge part of their summer for many reasons. From giving back to their community to finding connections with others, our volunteers help us push our mission forward as
Farm Stands at Food for Others
On May 18th, Food for Others hosted its first farm stand of the summer, welcoming neighbors in need to enjoy fresh, seasonal produce. Thanks to the efforts of our Food Resources and Nutrition Coordinator, Brittany T., along with summer interns and generous volunteers, farm stands are held on Mondays or Tuesdays. Throughout the growing season,
Mental Health Awareness Month: More Good Days, Together
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and throughout the month we’ve taken time to reflect on what it means for our community and how it connects to the challenges many people face every day. As research evolves and more voices come forward, our understanding of food insecurity has grown increasingly complex, especially when considering its impact on mental health. While