Hunger Study Volunteers Needed – Get Involved!
Most of us are looking for at least two things in a volunteer experience. The ability to make a positive, tangible impact on our community The chance to do something […]
Volunteer Stories: Ron Banister
St. Louis Foodbank presents Volunteer Stories. My name is Ron Banister. I actually grew up in Eastern Kansas but I have been in St. Louis since 1984. When did […]
A Grateful Survivor – Giving Back for His Blessings
Daisy and Duke, two white Bichons, scurry around the apartment, jumping on chairs and chasing toys. Their owner, Charles “Charlie” Pringle, warns them to settle down, but even his sternest […]
From Food Pantry Client to Foodbank Manager – A story of hope
Fifteen years ago, Darren Smith found himself between jobs, struggling to provide for his growing family. To help put food on the table, Darren sought help from the Sharing Our […]
Peanut Butter: A Donation That Sticks
Did you eat peanut butter and jelly sandwiches as a kid? I sure did. Peanut butter was a staple in our house, and we often went through several jars in […]
Above and Beyond
Saint Louis Priory School students Danny Martin and Charlie Rapp prepare a CSFP box at the St. Louis Area Foodbank / Photo by Ryan Farmer “They’re extraordinary. They’re unlike any […]
It Takes a Village
Volunteers from Standing Partnership repackage donated product in the Foodbank’s Volunteer Center / Photo by Bethany Prange They say it takes a village, and here at the St. Louis Area […]
Going In On A Gift
Have you ever “gone in on a gift” with someone? When I was younger, my brothers and I used to “go in on gifts together” for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, […]
Pass The Turkey
Students at MICDS pass turkeys across their campus to donate to the St. Louis Area Foodbank / Photo by Bethany Prange When these kids say “pass the turkey”, it is […]
One Day, Thousands of Scouts and a Huge Impact
Food starts arriving at the St. Louis Area Foodbank during the 2011 Scouting for Food drive / Photo by Bethany Prange This Saturday, remember to put your bags of food […]