Ensuring Culturally Responsive Food for Our Communities
At the Regional Food Bank, our mission is clear: we lead a network of partners to alleviate hunger, prevent food waste, and nourish the communities we serve. Our vision is…
This is for the Regional Food Bank’s Nourish to Flourish blog posts.
Celebrating Ramadan with Harira Soup!
Ramadan is a sacred month on the Islam calendar where Muslims fast from dawn to dusk as a reflection of their spiritual beliefs and devotion to God. Each night, their…
Community Health and Nutrition Programs
At the Regional Food Bank, we believe that access to nutritious food is a key part of a healthier community. That’s why our Community Health and Nutrition team is dedicated…
Meet the Team: Sam Monks
Samantha Monks, RDN, Director of Health and Nutrition Hello! I’m Sam, Director of Health and Nutrition at the Regional Food Bank. As a registered dietitian, I’m passionate about leading our…
Meet the Team: Kristyn Bopp
Kristyn Bopp, Nutrition Resource Manager Hi, I’m Kristyn Bopp, the Nutrition Resource Manager at the Food Bank. For the past 12 years, I’ve had the pleasure of serving as a…
Meet the Team: Kristina Dixon
Kristina Dixon, NOEP Coordinator Hello! My name is Kristina Dixon. I am the Nutrition Outreach & Education Program Coordinator for the Regional Food Bank. I enjoy traveling and just spending…
Meet the Team: Lily Magnotta and Claudia Fountain
Lily Magnotta, JSY Nutrition Educator Hello everyone! My name is Lily Magnotta. I am the Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables Nutrition Educator for the Regional Food Bank.…
Celebrating National Nutrition Month!
March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme is “Food Connects Us”. Throughout the month, we’ll be highlighting each member of our Community Health and Nutrition team and showcasing…