No Excuse for Hunger

Founded on the belief that no one should go hungry, Food Bank of Alaska was created in 1979 by a dedicated group of Anchorage church and community volunteers. We work to ensure that nutritious food reaches Alaskans across the state, while preventing perfectly good food from going to waste.

How We Do It

Through partnerships with grocery stores, wholesalers, producers, farmers, and the fishing industry, we rescue surplus food that would otherwise be discarded. We also receive generous donations from community members and manage essential government food programs. Every meal we provide is made possible by this network of support, helping us feed Alaskans in need.

Who We Serve

We work with a network of 154 partner agencies across Alaska, including food pantries, soup kitchens, senior centers, and children’s programs. These organizations distribute the food we provide to individuals and families in their communities. Whether it’s a food pantry in an urban center or a small program serving a remote village, our partners ensure that nutritious food reaches Alaskans in need, no matter where they live.

Our Impact

Currently, 1 in 8 Alaskans, including 1 in 6 children, struggle with hunger. Your generosity makes it possible for Food Bank of Alaska to feed hungry children, families, and seniors. Learn more about food insecurity and where these numbers came from in Feeding America’s most recent Map the Meal Gap report.

A Proud Member of Feeding America

Food Bank of Alaska’s membership in the country’s largest anti-hunger organization allows us to do more with every $1 of community support. Feeding America maintains food donation agreements with national grocers and food manufacturers – Kroger, Walmart, Safeway, and Costco, for example – connects us with sources of food to purchase at low prices, holds us accountable for food safety and financial best practices, and provides program and advocacy support.

What We Do

• Mobile Food Pantries: Bringing fresh, nutritious food directly to communities in need.
• SNAP Outreach: Assisting families in accessing vital food assistance programs.
• Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP): Providing monthly food boxes to low-income seniors.
• Child Nutrition Programs: Ensuring that children have access to healthy meals year-round.
• Advocacy Program: Educating elected officials about the impact of food insecurity in their communities and identifying solutions to put struggling families on the road to healthy, hunger-free lives.
• Food Drives: Organizing and supporting food drives to collect non-perishable food items.

Get Involved

We rely on the support of our community to fulfill our mission. You can make a difference by:

• Volunteering: Join us in sorting, packing, and distributing food.
• Donating: Your contributions help us purchase and distribute food to those in need.
• Organizing a Food Drive: Rally your community to collect non-perishable food items.
• Advocate: Join us in speaking out against hunger.

Stay Connected

Stay up-to-date with our latest news, events, and stories by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see our vision and values in action. You can also subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed and learn what’s new.

Contact Us

For more information about our programs, how to get involved, or to seek assistance, please contact us:

• Email: info@foodbankofalaska.org
• Phone: 907-272-FOOD

Thank you for supporting the Food Bank of Alaska. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against hunger.