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Join Us in Creating Hunger-Free Holidays!

Join Us in Creating Hunger-Free Holidays! 968 613 Harry Chapin Food Bank

Holiday wish lists may look a little different for our neighbors facing hunger this year. Along with full stockings, we want local families in need to have full pantries and…

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GivingTuesday November 28

GivingTuesday November 28 600 340 Harry Chapin Food Bank

GivingTuesday has become the world’s biggest day of generosity. It’s a day about bringing people together to spark change in our community—and it’s the perfect opportunity to make an impact here…

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The only ingredient missing is YOU

The only ingredient missing is YOU 675 400 Harry Chapin Food Bank

For many, Thanksgiving means three essential things: gratitude, family, and food. It’s a time when we join with loved ones, gather around the table, and give thanks for one another…

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Harry Holiday Meal Kits

Harry Holiday Meal Kits 675 400 Harry Chapin Food Bank

Your Food Bank has a problem. During the holidays many SWFL residents want to be generous and give frozen turkeys to the food bank for the holidays, but these gift-frozen turkeys cannot be distributed because…

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The Harry Chapin ‘Fresh Force’ mobile market experience

The Harry Chapin ‘Fresh Force’ mobile market experience 675 400 Harry Chapin Food Bank

The mobile grocery experience will drive to “food deserts” in Southwest Florida and establish a condensed version of a supermarket for people to shop at. The truck has all types…

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Hurricane Idalia: How Harry Chapin Food Bank Stands Ready to Help

Hurricane Idalia: How Harry Chapin Food Bank Stands Ready to Help 800 451 Harry Chapin Food Bank

Update Sept 1, 2023 Harry Chapin Food Bank has been in contact with our mobile pantry partners in Charlotte County to offer the possibility of providing additional assistance to those…

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Passionate entrepreneur on a fight against hunger

Passionate entrepreneur on a fight against hunger 1200 630 Harry Chapin Food Bank

Stuart Haniff has been on a mission to end hunger after learning an important lesson from his father at a young age. If he doesn’t do it, then who will?

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Hunger Action Month

Hunger Action Month 1540 1166 Harry Chapin Food Bank

This September, join us in recognizing Hunger Action Month – a dedicated time to mobilize our community against hunger. Harry Chapin Food Bank plays a pivotal role, supporting a quarter…

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Transform Summer from the Hungriest to the Healthiest season of all

Transform Summer from the Hungriest to the Healthiest season of all 780 500 Harry Chapin Food Bank

Imagine a child like Mia, who has counted down the final days of the school year and the start of her summer vacation. She eagerly awaits the longer, sunshine-filled and…

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Food Should NOT Be An Impossible Choice

Food Should NOT Be An Impossible Choice 2000 1296 Harry Chapin Food Bank

Can I buy food for my family or pay this month’s rent? If I eat smaller portions, could I afford the electric bill? Do I skip a few meals to…

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