Community Gardens
The Georgia Department of Agriculture estimates that a 10 by 20 foot plot can grow $600 worth of vegetables each year. Learn more about the Food Bank's Community Gardens project.

Click on a logo to learn about a project of the Food Bank
Click on a logo to learn about a project of the Food Bank.

Hunger Walk Run 2010

Hunger Walk 2010

The 26th annual Hunger Walk/Run happens Sunday, March 14, 2010. Take the next step! Visit www.HWR2010.org to register, join a team, build your own team or simply learn more.



Youth Summit

2010 Youth Leadership Summit on Hunger and Poverty!

Twenty metro-Atlanta high school students will be chosen to participate in a 5 day service program this summer that includes interactive workshops, and service projects. Click here to learn more or to begin the application process.



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Against Hunger

Everyone should have enough to eat, but there are many among us who don't. From children and the elderly to the working poor, hundreds of thousands of families and individuals in the Atlanta region are suffering from food insecurity and hunger. Learn more about how the Food Bank works to fight hunger.



Hunger Facts

ACFB distributed over 22 million pounds of food and grocery products into the community in Fiscal Year 2008-2009 (ACFB. 2009)

Get Help

If you are in need of food assistance please visit United Way Atlanta's 211 Web site for a list of agencies in your neighborhood.







spotlight

Hunger Walk/Run THIS Sunday!

Hunger Walk/Run is almost here. The weather forecast looks good, and everyone is doing an amazing job with their teams! We'll continue to accept funds online through March 31.  Walkers who have not yet registered can still do so online, or simply come to the Walk Registration tent beginning at noon this Sunday.  Note: Online registration for runners closes at noon on Friday 3/12.  Runners who miss this deadline can register day-of at the Run Registration tent. A couple of quick reminders:  Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday at midnight; don't forget to set your clock one hour ahead!   Do plan to arrive early.  T-shirts will be provided for runners and walkers donating $25 or more on a first come, first served basis The festivities begin at noon in the Green Lot at Turner Field - see you there!  Check our FAQ page for answers to any other questions you might have.


Upcoming Events

Pound for Pound Challenge - It's On!

NBC's 9th season of The Biggest Loser is well underway, the Pound for Pound Challenge is in high gear, and Atlanta is currently 12th in the nation for total pounds pledged!  We're at 1,953 members pledging a total of 57,854 pounds - Help us surpass 2,000 members by taking the challenge.  The Biggest Loser and Feeding America are partnering with General Mills, Subway, 24 Hour Fitness, and Walgreens, encouraging viewers to "lose nationally and feed locally." For each pound you pledge to lose, the Pound for Pound partners will donate 14 cents to Feeding America.  Funds will then be distributed to participating food banks across the country. 


Celebrate Spring with Chef Jean-Luc Mongodin of BLT Steak

Usher in Spring with a bounty of deliciousness from BLT Steak!  Our next Simple Abundance Cooking Class will be held at The Cook's Warehouse Midtown/Ansley Mall, on Monday evening, March 22.  BLT's Chef Mongodin will demonstrate how to prepare Hamachi with avocado and honey-orange sauce; Beet Salad with endive, walnuts and gorgonzola; Grilled Hanger Steak with spicy BBQ corn, and Crepe Souffle with passion fruit sauce.  Register for the Spring Celebration Cooking Class with Chef Mongodin.

Visit our Events and Promotions page for a complete list with descriptions of all currently scheduled events.

You may also wish to view our comprehensive events calendar.







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