Recent News
This year's Empty Bowls Benefit Lunch will be on October 21 & 22, 2010.
Restaurants will be vying for your vote and proceeds benefit The Food Bank of Manatee. Oct 28, 2010, 5-8 pm. The event takes place in Lakewood Ranch in Gold Coast Eagle's courtyard. Click here for tickets and more info.
Charity Bartending Event
Nov 18, 6:30-9:30 pm Raise your glass and fill the tip jar! Come to Polo Grill and Bar in Lakewood Ranch and have some fun for a great cause - The Food Bank of Manatee!
www.pologrillandbar.com
Renewing or getting a new license plate? Support the Florida Association of Food Banks with an 'Imagine' specialty plate. Click below for details.
Volunteers are needed to help sort food. Contact Carol at 941-747-4655.
Thank you to Nathan and Kelly Pence and their Qivana team for its “Pound for Pound Challenge!” Click here to join the effort and donate a monetary amount!
Hunger in Manatee is Real
A recent study showed that 1 out of 8 people is going hungry. This is no surprise to The Food Bank of Manatee, which is the largest hunger prevention organization in Manatee County. In 2009, The Food Bank distributed enough food for 3.7 million meals. We fight hunger with more than 100 partner agencies, including independent food pantries, soup kitchens, and other non-profit organizations.
In most cases, assistance is provided the same day a call is received. A community referral network allows The Food Bank of Manatee to serve those in need of emergency help and prevents duplication of assistance. If you or someone you know needs help, please call 211 to find a Food Bank partner agency that can assist you.
The Food Bank of Manatee is an equal opportunity provider and employer.