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State of the Food Bank & Hunger In Our Region

State of the Food Bank & Hunger In Our Region. SHFB Update FY 2010/11. Mission: Providing food to people in need in our community Vision: Lead our community to eliminate hunger Strategic Goals: Improve quantity of food provided Improve quality of food provided

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State of the Food Bank & Hunger In Our Region

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  1. State of the Food Bank & Hunger In Our Region

  2. SHFB Update FY 2010/11 • Mission: • Providing food to people in need in our community • Vision: • Lead our community to eliminate hunger • Strategic Goals: • Improve quantity of food provided • Improve quality of food provided • Improve access to food assistance programs

  3. The Power of Public/Private Partnerships 3

  4. The Power of Public/Private Partnerships 4

  5. SHFB Update First 6 Months FY 2010/11 • 23.5 Million Pounds of Food • Serving almost 250,000 people every month - Nearly • 300,000 people received food in December • Pace of growth has slowed • Food Connection call volume down slightly • “Intensity” of use by clients has increased at pantries

  6. Environmental Impacts • Increased automation at Social Services Agency • Government Agencies – Funding & Staff Cuts • Cuts in Funding For Providers – State/County/City • Reduced/Eliminated Services • January SHFB Partner Closures – 3 Pantries and 1 Shelter

  7. Areas of Concern • SHFB feels like it will be in a strong position to continue to support our community partners with food. • Health of partner agency distribution network • Potential Cuts In Federal Nutrition Programs • Potential Cuts In Local Programs & Services • Vulnerable Populations – Seniors, children and adults without minor dependent children

  8. Future • Second Harvest Food Bank is committed to work in partnership to close the hunger gap. • CalFresh (Food Stamps/SNAP) opportunities • Produce will continue to be a significant make-up of the food SHFB provides. • Work with partners to address their needs in providing food. • Seeking new ways of defining our impact. • How do we to “reimage” our work?

  9. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of so many people! QUESTIONS?

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