Protected: Stigma

After her health took a negative turn, LaRae was unable to return to her retail job.  

“It’s saving me, period,” she said about the support she receives at the Food Bank.

“I wouldn’t have enough food to eat, to live on, without it, period. My medical bills, my medical costs are too high. It takes almost all of my social security (that) and the utilities that I pay.”

Ronda had a hard time deciding to visit the Bank for worry of being judged and taking resources from someone else.  

But, when she arrived, she realized there was nothing to fear. “There should not be a stigma about using the Food Bank. You’re part of the community, it’s a community resource and there might be a time in your life when you need to use the Food Bank and there might be times when you won’t need to use the Food Bank. But having it as a community resource is just so very important.”

Nancy’s husband was injured on the job, and is temporarily not working.  

 The couple visits the Food Bank to help provide for their family of six. The money saved helps them afford other necessities, like gas, clothing for their growing kids, and hygiene items.

“ Especially when you have kids, it’s really appreciated,” Nancy said.

Retired from a decades-long career in the housing industry doing handyman work, Ron and his wife of 18 years live solely on a fixed income.  

The Food Bank’s resources have been a bright spot during a tough time.

“This is the greatest and the people here are genuine,” Ron said.  “These people (who shop) are really hurting. I want to see some people who really care and these people here, they all care.”

Hannah is a college student, who works full-time in the restaurant industry.  

After a neighbor told her about the Food Bank, she began visiting the no-cost markets. The food she’s able to get at no-cost helps to provide a little financial security. “Food is expensive,” she said. “Because our rent is so expensive, it just helps.”

Now in her senior year, Hannah said she wishes she had known about the Food Bank earlier. “Oh my gosh, it would have been so helpful,” she said.

Due to winter holidays, please observe the changes in our regular schedule listed below:

Dec. 23-26: Food Share Pantries & Administrative Offices CLOSED

Dec. 27-29: OPEN Regular Hours

Dec. 30 – Jan. 1: Food Share Pantries & Administrative Offices CLOSED

Jan. 2: OPEN – Resume Regular Hours

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At FBLC we are not all the same. And that is our greatest strength. We draw from our differences of who we are, what we have experienced, and how we think. We cultivate a dynamic and diverse work environment, one that plays a critical role in our ambitious work to end hunger, so we believe in including everyone.

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We embrace a philosophy that recognizes and values diversity.

Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and promote a talented diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential.

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Be aware of altered Food Share hours during the week of
Thanksgiving:

Monday, November 20 | OPEN | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Tuesday, November 21 | OPEN | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wednesday, November 22 | OPEN | noon – 3:00 pm
Thursday, November 23 | CLOSED
Friday, November 24 | CLOSED
Saturday, November 25 | CLOSED
Sunday, November 26 | CLOSED
Monday, November 27 | CLOSED – Regular schedule resumes