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Check out the new Flourless Apple Bread from Healthy Habits for the perfect breakfast, snack, or dessert all year long! 😊
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The staff at the food bank was fortunate to have Silvermoon LaRose, Narragansett Tribe member and Assistant Director of the , speak on the importance of indigenous food sovereignty and protecting traditional foodways. Learn more at tomaquagmuseum.org
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Data shows persistent racial inequalities in poverty and food insecurity, with POC communities disproportionately affected. The pandemic has only worsened the situation. Read about the need for targeted policy solutions to address these systemic issues:
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Breakfast is known to most as “the most important meal of the day,” but only about 44% of Americans take the time to eat it. Our Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bake is a fast, fiber-filled option! Watch the tutorial video at youtu.be/2fQAYzYFJtI 🍴
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We are proud to welcome Sandi Cook as our development coordinator! She will be helping our development team raise the funds needed to continue our work. Sandi loves working in her garden, doing DIY projects around her 93-year-old house, and hiking with her dog. 🐶🌷🏡
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In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Food Bank will be closed. Please dial 2-1-1 if you are in need of assistance during our closure.
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Suzanne has been coming to the food pantry for several years, using the food she receives to feed her elderly mother and herself. Food costs in Rhode Island climbed up 13% from 2021 to 2022, meaning many families like Suzanne’s can no longer afford adequate food.
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1 in 3 Rhode Islanders are not able to afford adequate food. More Rhode Islanders are in need of help now than before the pandemic. Despite this, emergency SNAP benefits are ending next month. Read the official DHS press release on this urgent issue: dhs.ri.gov/press-releases
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140,000 RI residents who rely on SNAP assistance will no longer have access to this help as the RI Department of Human Services announces these benefits will end after February 1st. Read more:
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This month’s Healthy Bite switches the focus to adding even MORE nutrient-packed foods to the foods we already love. Check our YouTube channel every Tuesday to watch a new video in our three-part series on adding healthier habits!
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We were delighted when the stopped by to present artwork and a warm thank you to our Kids Cafe team for the food they receive from the program!
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For many, SNAP benefits aren’t enough. With grocery store prices up nearly 13% since last year, families are skipping meals and other essentials to make ends meet. Read more at:
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Check out the new Cheddar Jalapeño Grits from Healthy Habits! Full of creamy grits, gooey cheese, and extra sources of protein and fiber, these grits are a flavorful addition to bring into this new year. youtu.be/KGd7-3ODoHg
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Angelina is a caretaker of a disabled man who relies on pantries to receive adequate food. Her message to those struggling with food insecurity is, “There are pantries and meal sites - there are people out there to help you.”
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Sofrito is an aromatic vegetable base used in many Spanish dishes to enhance their flavor! It can act as a sauce, stew, base, and used to flavor beans, meats and more, making it a very versatile ingredient!
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Have leftover holiday staples that are about to go to waste? STOP RIGHT THERE! Healthy Habits has you covered with our Cranberry Quesadillas. Use leftovers to make this dish to end the holidays with more flavor and less food waste. Find the full video at youtu.be/e2RWW15gVEg
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Winter storms and extreme cold weather conditions present increased challenges to the food insecure – impacting their resources and ability to access them. POC, those with disabilities, and the unhoused suffer most. Learn more at: axios.com/2022/12/19/ext
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We are so grateful for the support we received from our community in 2022! We wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy 2023!
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What dessert goes great with the holidays? How about….gingerbread cookies! These Iced Oatmeal Gingerbread Cookies are loaded with fiber which helps control blood sugar spikes, an essential for those sweet holiday celebrations. Check out this recipe at youtu.be/iVvQ1ZaZhsA
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The Kabocha Squash is similar to a Winter Squash, with a taste somewhere between a pumpkin and a sweet potato. This produce is fantastic to provide to our communities as it is common in Japanese, Thai, and Korean cuisine.
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Come hangout with us for FREE today! 🦥 We invite you to spread holiday cheer by bringing non-perishable food items to benefit from 10am-3pm.
Staff from will be in the Zoo’s main parking lot, collecting and boxing all the food items.
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"At the Rhode Island Community Food Bank's warehouse, the food is flying out as quickly as it comes in." Read more about the need the Food Bank and other Rhode Island non-profits are facing at
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Have a safe, healthy, and happy holiday! We will be back on Tuesday! You can call 2-1-1 if you need assistance during our closure.
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The Food Bank wishes you a happy, healthy holiday! Thank you for making our work possible! youtube.com/watch?v=TtQ14C
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This week, the is giving free admission to all for National Zoo Day! Bring along a non-perishable food item to support the Food Bank during your visit.
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Read our CEO Andrew Schiff’s answer to 5 questions on food insecurity at ow.ly/b23o50Masoa
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The weather is getting colder, which means that our drinks need to get warmer! This Healthy Habits Hot Cocoa is packed with antioxidants, fiber, and iron, and B vitamins to keep your immune system strong and body warm throughout these icy couple of months.
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Chayote is a great example of a culturally relevant food! This green pear-shaped tropical fruit is a staple of Mexico and Costa Rica. It is treated like a vegetable in the culinary world, and has a mild taste similar to cucumber, making it great for both savory and sweet recipes.
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Baked goods tend to be full of added sugars and saturated fats but are typically not paired with enough nutrients to keep you both healthy and satisfied. Check out this month’s Healthy Bite for some swaps you can make that combine great nutrients with the flavors we love!
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WOW!! How awesome is this?!
Our & viewers helped to raise more than $50K for yesterday during our annual 'Day of Giving'😊 THANK YOU!
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It's Day of Giving, benefitting the Food Bank! Thanks to the generosity of , your gift today will be matched up to $10,000! Donate at wpri.com/annual-day-of- to have your gift doubled and help to serve more than 63,000 Rhode Islanders in need of your help.
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New from our warehouse this week is pineapple juice. Did you know that pineapple plants only grow one pineapple at a time? Here's another surprise - these can take up to 3 years to fully ripen!
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Healthy Habits is bringing you the perfect breakfast dish full of whole grains, fiber, and a whole lot of fall flavors! Give this tasty Butternut Breakfast Bake a try for breakfast...or any meal of the day! Watch the tutorial at youtu.be/hkuyoAdzdno
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It's easy - shop at these businesses, and you're supporting the Food Bank! See who they are and learn where your spending goes towards those in need in our state by visiting rifoodbank.org/ways-to-give/s
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Such a creative fundraiser. We're so grateful for 's blackjack skills! Thank you to all who participated and supported nonprofits across the state.
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At today’s @BallysTwinRiver Holiday Charity Blackjack Tournament, members of @RISenate won $27,500 for RI charities.
The top 3:
@SenatorFrank26, $10K, @RIFoodBank
@SenatorRuggerio, $7,500, St. Edward Food & Wellness Center
@MaryellnGoodwin, $5K, Mary House Food Pantry & Shelter
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Thanks to generous customer donations at , the Food Bank received $29,271.47 through the #NourishingNeighbors Fuel Our Kids. Feed Our Future campaign. In addition, Shaw’s presented us with Own Brand peanut butter, cereal, and more to help stock our shelves.
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Fresh from our warehouse to our member agencies - avocados! This fruit is full of heart-healthy fats and is a major source of potassium. The avocado has a slightly nutty or buttery taste depending on the ripeness and variety, with a smooth texture.
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Thank you to all who attended our Open House this weekend - our staff loved meeting each and every one of you. Educating Rhode Islanders how their contributions to the Food Bank help our neighbors always brings us joy and we hope it did the same for you!
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This week, Chef Nahami created this beautiful leafy green salad for our Kids Cafe locations! Thanks to Gotham Greens for donating those gorgeous greens!
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The results of the 2022 Status Report on Hunger have been a major cause for concern, as one out of three households cannot afford adequate food. The Food Bank needs your help. Learn more at
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