NON-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT

The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, serving Cameron, Hidalgo, and Willacy County, is dedicated to ending hunger and promoting healthy living in South Texas. With a vision of a hunger-free community and a mission to improve lives through food assistance, nutrition education, and access to community services, the Food Bank RGV has been a vital resource for families and individuals struggling with food insecurity in the region.

Since its inception in 1983, the Food Bank RGV has been a lifeline for those facing hunger in the Rio Grande Valley. The organization provides food assistance through various programs, including the Emergency Food Pantry, Senior Food Box Program, and numerous Ending Child Hunger programs.

In addition to providing food assistance, the Food Bank RGV is committed to promoting healthy living through nutrition education. The Food Bank RGV has a community garden and farm that teach self-sustainability and how to grow food naturally. The Food Bank RGV also offers online and in-person nutrition education programs that teach individuals and families about healthy eating habits, meal preparation, and helps individuals learn how to read nutrition labels.

The Food Bank RGV also helps individuals apply for benefits like SNAP, TANF, CHIP, Adult Medicaid, and Women’s Health. The organization recognizes that access to these benefits can make a significant difference in the lives of those facing food insecurity and poverty.

The impact of the Food Bank RGV is significant. In 2022, the organization distributed nearly 42 million pounds of food, serving over 500,000 individuals across the Rio Grande Valley.

Looking ahead, Food Bank RGV CEOs Connie Ramos and Libby A. Saenz have expressed their commitment to expanding the organization’s reach and impact by focusing on increasing access to food assistance and community resources. The Food Bank RGV recently established the Food Bank RGV’s Mission Resource Center, and they are excited about other upcoming projects that will help reach more individuals in need, to be unveiled later this year.

The Food Bank RGV relies on the support of volunteers, donors, and community partners to carry out its mission. With the help of these individuals and organizations, the Food Bank RGV has been able to make a significant difference in the lives of those facing hunger in the Rio Grande Valley. To learn more about the Food Bank RGV, visit foodbankrgv.com.

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