As soon as the crisp fall air sweeps across Anchorage, the city will prepare for a culinary celebration with a purpose: Anchorage Restaurant Week, formerly known as Dine Out Against Hunger.
Million Hour Volunteer Rally
We are excited to share some big news with you! Our organization is taking part in the Nourishing Neighbors Million Hour Volunteer Rally, an initiative by the Albertsons Companies Foundation to help end hunger in our communities. This rally runs from September through October, and the goal is to reach an incredible 1 million volunteer hours. And we hope you … Read More
Trick or Eat Food Drive 2024
Get in the spirit of giving this fall! Join the Trick or Eat Food Drive, presented by Alaska English Adventures , and help us SCARE AWAY HUNGER this October! This year marks the 4th Annual Trick or Eat Food Drive! Collect non-perishable food at your school, business, or organization, and while you’re haunting the streets on Halloween, don’t forget to … Read More
2024 Thanksgiving Blessing
Thanksgiving Blessing puts faith into action and brings together people of good will for a common goal: provide a Thanksgiving meal for families who might otherwise go without. Saturday, November 23rd from 10am-4pmMat-Su Thanksgiving Blessing PARTNER ADDRESS PHONE ZIP CODES SERVED Faith Bible Fellowship 14159 W Hollywood Rd, Big Lake (907) 892-8545 99623, 99629, 99652, 99654, 99694 Real Life Church … Read More
Honoring Our 2024 Hunger Action Champions
Each year, Food Bank of Alaska nominates a select group of Hunger Action Champions—individuals, businesses, and organizations that have made an extraordinary impact in the fight against hunger across our state. These champions have demonstrated profound commitment to providing support, resources, and advocacy for our mission to combat hunger and food insecurity in Alaska. From generous donors and dedicated volunteers … Read More
Building Partnerships to End Hunger: Recap of the 2024 Alaska Anti-Hunger Network Conference
Our Alaska Anti-Hunger Network Conference (September 18-19, 2024) brought together over 90 attendees from across the state, most of whom were partners in the fight against hunger. The event fostered meaningful dialogue through four breakout groups, each featuring four sessions that covered a wide range of critical topics. Participants explored food programs, advocacy and policy changes and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance … Read More
Volunteer Spotlight: Karen Burnett
Have you ever wondered what happens to the food drive donations after they get dropped off at Food Bank of Alaska? Volunteers like Ms. Karen Burnett play a key role in ensuring that all the food we receive is safe to consume and ready for our partners to distribute through their food pantries. Karen has been one of tour longtime … Read More
September is Hunger Action Month
For many of us, choosing what to eat each day is a simple decision. But for those facing hunger, it’s an impossible choice between food and other critical needs—like childcare, electricity or medicine. Despite the abundance of food in America, 1 in 8 people, including 1 in 6 children in Alaska, still struggle to get the nourishment they need to … Read More
Alaska lawmakers expand food stamp program with goal of preventing hunger, application backlogs
Written by Claire Stremple from Alaska Beacon – May 16, 2024 6:05 PM Supporters say the new legislation marks a turning point to a proactive response to food instability in Alaska More Alaskans will be able to access food stamps following lawmakers’ vote to expand eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program on Wednesday night. The change comes after more than a … Read More
Matson’s Generous Support of the Food Bank of Alaska
Matson’s Generous Support in 2023: Partnering with the Food Bank of Alaska to Feed Alaskans The Food Bank of Alaska is profoundly grateful for Matson’s unwavering support. In 2023, Matson significantly increased its community contributions, donating $8.7 million to 738 charitable organizations. Of this, $2.5 million was dedicated to Food Security programs, highlighting their commitment to fighting hunger. In 2023, … Read More