Troy Turkey Trot’s Funds to Benefit the Regional Food Bank
Registration is now open for the 64th Annual Troy Turkey Trot, and the Regional Food Bank has been designated to receive the proceeds this year! To register, stop by and…
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Yom Kippur Hunger Appeal
The Food Bank partners with the Jewish community to fight hunger through the Yom Kippur Hunger Appeal. During this appeal, members of the Jewish community generously donate the cost of…
Neighbors in Need
We have many neighbors in need after Hurricane Irene. We are currently working with NY SEMO and the National Guard to ensure those stranded by the hurricane get the food they…
A Taste of Rensselaer County Canceled Due to Tropical Storm Irene
Given the recent weather and the large impact Tropical Storm Irene has had on the region including farms in Rensselaer County, Rensselaer County Farm Bureau and the Regional Food Bank…
Hunger in America growing at staggering pace
(CNN) – It’s hard to believe, but one in seven Americans – 15% of the country – now need government-provided food stamps simply to survive. The new numbers just came…
From Farm to Food Bank: A Visit to Black Horse Farms
Every year, the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York receives donated produce from over 60 local farmers. These successful farm/Food Bank relationships helped the organization distribute over 1.2 million…
Upcoming Sunmark Golf Tournament to Benefit Regional Food Bank
Sunmark Federal Credit Union is hosting their annual golf tournament on Friday, August 19 at Van Patten Golf Club in Clifton Park and they are donating all proceeds to the…
New program delivers free produce to low-income seniors
The Regional Food Bank recently began a partnership with Senior Whole Health to distribute fresh food to low income senior citizens who might not otherwise have access to fresh, healthy…
CSA Shares Now on Sale
The Regional Food Bank has a limited number of CSA shares available for purchase! For $400, shareholders will receive a weekly supply of vegetables (enough for a family of four!)…
Sunmark Begins 2011 Partnership With Regional Food Bank
Sunmark Federal Credit Union to Partner with Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York for Fundraising Efforts Partnership will be utilized to raise awareness for the Food Bank and engage volunteerism locally LATHAM, N.Y. – – Sunmark Federal Credit Union, a full-service, community chartered credit union serving those who live and work in Albany, Schenectady, Montgomery, Saratoga, Schoharie and Rensselaer counties, will partner with the…
Grant Funds New Food Sourcer
We were thrilled to receive news that Feeding America approved our request to fund an additional person in the Food Sourcing department. This award, which covers a partial salary for…