food bank
noun
variants
or less commonly food pantry
: a usually non-profit organization that collects donated food and distributes it to people in need
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At home food banks are facing high demand and need the support of the public to keep supplies up.
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William Lambers, Hartford Courant, 19 Jan. 2025
Boyle recommends using the holidays to foster social connections with activities like volunteering at a food bank or attending community events.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 25 Dec. 2024
For example, a cash gift to a food bank might provide a certain amount of meals to those who can’t afford them.
—Bob Carlson, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Many churches run food banks, distribute clothing, and offer other necessities to help migrants meet their immediate needs.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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William Lambers, Hartford Courant, 19 Jan. 2025
Boyle recommends using the holidays to foster social connections with activities like volunteering at a food bank or attending community events.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 25 Dec. 2024
For example, a cash gift to a food bank might provide a certain amount of meals to those who can’t afford them.
—Bob Carlson, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Many churches run food banks, distribute clothing, and offer other necessities to help migrants meet their immediate needs.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Food bank.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/food%20bank. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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