For primary students at South Coast Montessori (SCM), what began as a simple idea to create class treats transformed into a charitable endeavor, showcasing the young children’s compassion and community spirit. In December, the SCM primary students worked together to create ready-to-mix jars of hot chocolate and winter oat bars, which they sold before and [...] Read More... The post Young Montessori Students Create Recipe for Community Service appeared first on FoodBank ..read more

In the heart of Native American communities, a profound transformation is taking place — one that seeks to break free from the stereotypes and biases surrounding health issues. While obesity, diabetes, and heart disease have often dominated the conversation, a new narrative is emerging, one that embraces a holistic approach to nutrition and well-being. [...] Read More... The post Nutrition Expert Denee Bex Honors her Indigenous Heritage with Inventive Culinary Education appeared first on FoodBank ..read more

The Foodbank of Santa Barbara has successfully concluded its Hunger Heroes Corporate Showdown, announcing Raytheon as the winner of this year’s charitable competition. At the culmination of the six-week event, Raytheon, the aerospace defense company based in Goleta, emerged as the “hunger Hero” in a competitive field. [...] Read More... The post Raytheon wins the Foodbank of Santa Barbara’s Hunger Heroes Corporate Showdown appeared first on FoodBank ..read more

As the year draws to a close, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County is gearing up to meet the escalating demand for essential holiday food items within the community. With recent distributions demonstrating a significant increase in need, the Foodbank remains committed to supporting individuals and families during this critical time. [...] Read More... The post Foodbank of Santa Barbara County to hold Saturday distribution events for surge in demand during Holiday season appeared first on FoodBank ..read more

The season of giving is in full swing as hundreds of families were gifted free food by the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County. The event took place at the Santa Maria Fairpark and this is part of the Foodbank’s holiday distribution. KSBY was at the distribution on Wednesday, where about 800 families were provided with [...] Read More... The post Holiday food distribution in Santa Maria provides meals for hundreds of families appeared first on FoodBank ..read more

The Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has opened registration for the 2024 Chef Apprentice Program, which is designed to teach local high-school-aged students critical life skills as they explore the culinary arts. [...] Read More... The post Get a Taste of Culinary Arts in Teen Chef Apprentice Program appeared first on FoodBank ..read more

Hundreds of veterans showed up to receive all different kinds of resources at the annual Veterans “Stand down” in Santa Maria. More than 400 veterans were able to receive access to vital services while attending the late October event. Of those attending, 96 classified themselves as homeless, according to Steve Lavagnino, the 5th district supervisor. [...] Read More... The post UPDATE: Santa Barbara County Veterans ‘Stand Down’ event was a success appeared first on FoodBank ..read more

“I still get goosebumps with gratitude that I’m able to do this,” says Danyel Dean, who founded the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County’s signature Empty Bowls fundraiser way back in 1998. When the event takes place on Sunday, December 3, at the organization’s new Sharehouse in Goleta, it will be the 26th year Dean has [...] Read More... The post Filling Hearts and Bellies with Empty Bowls appeared first on FoodBank ..read more

Laurel Alcantar with the Santa Barbara County Foodbank says this fiscal year, her team served 40% more clients than last year, attributing the spike to prolonged inflation and seasonal jobs in the area. But amid their increase in demand, the Foodbank has seen a dip in donations. Ahead of Thanksgiving, the Foodbank set a goal [...] Read More... The post Santa Barbara Co. Foodbank falls 3,000 turkeys short of holiday donation goal. How you can help appeared first on FoodBank ..read more

The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County concluded its annual Turkey Drive today, falling short of its targeted donation goal of 4,000 turkeys, reaching a total of 800. However, thanks to a generous grant from Costco and several local generous donors, the Foodbank was able to procure additional chickens and hams to aid in its holiday [...] Read More... The post Foodbank of Santa Barbara County’s Turkey Drive Falls Short but Receives Support from Costco Grant appeared first on FoodBank ..read more