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The St. Louis Area Foodbank is a busy place. There is a lot of work to be done in the effort to create a pathway to nutritional security for those in need in our community. We have so many exciting projects and new developments in the works to share. Our President & CEO, Meredith Knopp, takes a moment each month to highlight an important aspect of what we’re doing in the bi-state area. To see what we’ve been up to, check out the blog posts below.

Pantry Spotlight: Bread For Life

Bread for Life Food Pantry in Troy, MO, focuses on the needs of families, including children and seniors. Bread for Life Food Pantry, located in Troy, Mo., has served residents

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Summer Vegetables

We have some good tips for how to include vegetables in your diet inexpensively. Kelly Hall, our Registered Dietitian, explains the importance of eating different types and colors of vegetables.

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June is National Dairy Month

Whether you’re enjoying a delicious yogurt parfait or a glass of milk, you’re doing yourself a favor with dairy! Dairy is a great source of protein, calcium, and Vitamin D

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The Blues Give Back

You may have noticed that the Blues are a pretty popular conversation topic around this town lately. They’ve been playing some great games in the quest for the Stanley Cup,

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Garden Planning and Preparation

Spring is here, and April showers are quickly becoming May flowers – or vegetables! One of the most cost-effective way to get fresh produce in your diet is to grow

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Mini Cooper Test Drive

MINI Cooper is partnering with Feeding America during their Test Drive Program. During the MINI Cooper Test Drive Program, Feeding America receives a $20 donation for every test drive. As

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Garlic Month

April is National Garlic Month, and our Registered Dietitian has several reasons for you to celebrate. Garlic is very versatile, which makes it an easy and inexpensive addition to lots

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30,000+ Adults Losing SNAP

Starting April 1, 2016, more than 30,000 adults will lose food assistance in the form of SNAP. The recent cuts will affect able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs). ABAWDs are classified

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Food Fair Volunteer Experience

The cold weather at last month’s Food Fair in Sullivan, MO, couldn’t keep volunteers from helping us feed families. Todd came out with his father-in-law and helped sort and distribute

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