The Rhode Island Community Food Bank provides food to people in need through our network of member agencies and promotes long-term solutions to the problem of hunger.

Who We Are

The Food Bank is helping Rhode Island solve the problem of hunger. In partnership with our member agencies, as well as government and community leaders, we work to ensure that no one in Rhode Island goes hungry. We envision a day when everyone in Rhode Island has access to nutritious food through an efficient and sustainable acquisition and distribution network.

What We Do

Since 1982, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank has solicited, stored and distributed surplus food and grocery products to qualified member agency programs that serve Rhode Island's hungry. Millions of pounds of donated food and nonfood household products are distributed to the community through our network of 160 member agency food programs across Rhode Island.

Additional Programs

The Food Bank also serves Rhode Islanders in need through the following programs:

Community Kitchen - A food service training course. Community Kitchen students prepare meals for the Kids Cafe, which serves evening meals to children at risk of hunger.

Community Cooking - Wholesome Eating on A Budget is a nutrition education program for food pantry clients designed to empower them to make healthier choices on a limited budget.

Get Involved

There are many ways for you to make a difference. For information, visit our website.