@BRAFB

The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank: Providing food and hope to 109,500 people monthly across 25 counties and 8 cities in central and western Virginia. šŸŽ

 Virginia
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Today is the first day of the 18th Annual #JMUResearch Fall Food Drive! Dedicated to the memory of our colleague, Ben Delp, this year's drive runs from Nov. 10-20; drop off items at one of our many campus locations or make a gift at give.brafb.org/JMU @BRAFB @VaCleanCities
A two-panel image. The left panel is backed by a photo of people processing donations at a food bank. The logos for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank and JMU Research, Economic Development and Innovation are at the top. Displayed across the photo is text that reads, "FALL FOOD DRIVE Nov. 10-20 Email cartwree@jmu.edu for more information." The right panel is purple, gold, and white, and it contains a bulleted list and two gold pop-outs. The list contains needed items for the drive. The top pop-out explain what kinds of products to look for. The bottom pop-out lists the drop-off location and the online donation link: https://give.brafb.org/JMU

ALT A two-panel image. The left panel is backed by a photo of people processing donations at a food bank. The logos for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank and JMU Research, Economic Development and Innovation are at the top. Displayed across the photo is text that reads, "FALL FOOD DRIVE Nov. 10-20 Email cartwree@jmu.edu for more information." The right panel is purple, gold, and white, and it contains a bulleted list and two gold pop-outs. The list contains needed items for the drive. The top pop-out explain what kinds of products to look for. The bottom pop-out lists the drop-off location and the online donation link: https://give.brafb.org/JMU

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Blue Ridge Area Food Bank retweeted
Feeding America@FeedingAmerica13 Aug 2025
Chef Genie Fosterā€™s secret ingredient? šŸ’› Love. At the Boys & Girls Club in Waynesboro, she transforms veggies into kid favorites. ā€œWhen kids are full, they smile more. And I cook with love so they feel that too.ā€ #FeedingAmerica | @BRAFB
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šŸ“Last chance! We are serving up to 15% more community members than we were that same time as last year. Hereā€™s a chance to help. Donations made at our local @walmart + @samsclub during the #fighthungersparkchange campaign stay right here in the community.
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Feeding America@FeedingAmerica3 Mar 2025
Itā€™s time once again to Fight Hunger. Spark Change. with Walmart and Sam's Club āœØ Through donations made online or in-store at the register itā€™s easy to join the movement to end hunger now through March 31. Learn more: bit.ly/3Qm4Yqh #FightHungerSparkChange
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Blue Ridge Area Food Bank retweeted
Feeding America@FeedingAmerica17 Nov 2024
šŸŽ Holidays Without Hunger is back at @FoodLion! From Nov 8 ā€“ Dec 12, customers can support local Feeding America food banks by donating holiday food boxes or giving at the register. Letā€™s make this season one of hope and warmth for all! Learn more: bit.ly/415YyT9
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Blue Ridge Area Food Bank retweeted
Feeding America@FeedingAmerica19 Nov 2024
This holiday season weā€™re partnering with #Starbucks to help families gather around full tables. Now through Jan. 2, every protein box purchased at Starbucks helps support people facing hunger. Letā€™s make this season one of giving & thriving! Learn more: bit.ly/4ew62l4
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Good news for now, but need to keep lifting our voices for our neighbors šŸ“£ - mailchi.mp/brafb.org/farmbilā€¦
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The totals are in! Together with @Walmart and @SamsClub shoppers, associates and suppliers, we raised enough funds to help provide over 300,000 meals through the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign to help the @FeedingAmerica network #FightHungerSparkChange
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šŸšœUrge Lawmakers to Pass a Strong Farm Bill. - mailchi.mp/brafb.org/farmbilā€¦
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Wishing all our volunteers a very happy National Volunteer Month! We couldn't do what we do, without you. Thanks for all your help!
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Blue Ridge Area Food Bank retweeted
Feeding America@FeedingAmerica16 Dec 2023
The holidays are a time for loved ones to come together and share festive meals. Let's join hands with neighbors across America to help end hunger and ensure everyone has plenty to enjoy this holiday season. Visit this link to learn how to help: bit.ly/2Q2QlcJšŸ§”
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Blue Ridge Area Food Bank retweeted
Feeding America@FeedingAmerica21 Dec 2023
Did you know that in 2021, 5.5 million seniors aged 60+ faced hunger? That's 1 in 14 seniors or 7.1% of all seniors. We're working to ensure seniors have the food, nutrition and support they say they need to thrive. Find out more here: bit.ly/2GUvofl
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Blue Ridge Area Food Bank retweeted
Feeding America@FeedingAmerica11 Dec 2023
Feeding America commissioned a national survey to understand Americansā€™ priorities for the upcoming #FarmBill. The data is clearā€”reducing hunger and food insecurity is a top-of-mind issue for likely voters. šŸ—³ļø šŸ“¢ Tell Congress to act: bit.ly/3Tf5Uj7
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Happy Friday, #JMU! Today is a great day to donate to the #JMUResearch Fall Food Drive. The local branch of @BRAFB serves approximately 24,300 neighbors each month, so the shelf stable items or monetary donations you gift to will have a huge impact on our community. 1/2
Flyer promoting the 2023 Fall Food Drive from Nov. 27-Dec. 8. Locations in EnGeo, Foundation, HBS, Jemmy's Corner, Jennings POD, King, Leeolou, Massanutten, Memorial, Mr. Chips, Rose, Sonner, SSC, Wilson, and https://give.brafb.org/jmu2023 Email delpbt@jmu.edu for more information." The sheet lists sponsor information and donation options.

ALT Flyer promoting the 2023 Fall Food Drive from Nov. 27-Dec. 8. Locations in EnGeo, Foundation, HBS, Jemmy's Corner, Jennings POD, King, Leeolou, Massanutten, Memorial, Mr. Chips, Rose, Sonner, SSC, Wilson, and https://give.brafb.org/jmu2023 Email delpbt@jmu.edu for more information." The sheet lists sponsor information and donation options.

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#JMUResearch Food Drive update: @jmuisat faculty member Ron Raab's students FILLED the barrels at our King and EnGeo sites! Students from ISAT 113, 113L, and 459 joined forces to donate over 500 items to the drive, which will go to neighbors across the Shenandoah Valley. 1/2
Two overflowing food drive bins

ALT Two overflowing food drive bins

An overflowing food drive barrel with a bag of donations stored to the right of the barrel

ALT An overflowing food drive barrel with a bag of donations stored to the right of the barrel

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šŸ„œ Do you have any dietary needs? šŸŽAre you satisfied with the quality of the food you receive? šŸ¤ Are you treated with respect? These are some of the questions our staff asked guests in an effort to better understand their needs. Read more in our blog: bit.ly/40Mivw4
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Wegmans Food Markets@Wegmans16 Nov 2023
Time is almost up to donate to our annual Check Out Hunger scan campaign. Now through November 29, you can help local food banks by donating at the register. Thanks to all of our customers who have already contributed to this important campaign.
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The 2023 #JMUResearch Fall Food #Drive benefitting @BRAFB is coming soon! We'll share drop-off locations and partners soon, but if you want to be a #HungerHero and make a monetary donation now, please visit give.brafb.org/JMU2023. Every $1 can provide 4 meals.
Photo of group of volunteers working a food drive. Purple and gold text is superimposed on the photo, and it reads, "FALL FOOD DRIVE Nov. 27-Dec. 8". A purple banner with gold and white accents is at the bottom of the photo, and it includes text that reads, "NEEDED ITEMS (NO GLASS CONTAINERS): [The following text is formatted as a bulleted list] Cereal Peanut/almond butter Canned tuna & chicken Canned soups, stews & chili Canned veggies Beans (all varieties) Boxed mac & cheese Spaghetti sauce & canned tomatoes Pasta & rice Paper towels and toilet paper Baby food and formula Infant-size and adult-size diapers and wipes Soap, deodorant & menstrual products Toothbrushes and toothpaste [End list] Look for low sugar, whole grain, low sodium/no salt added, gluten-free, and unscented versions of these products Email delpbt@jmu.edu for more information.".

ALT Photo of group of volunteers working a food drive. Purple and gold text is superimposed on the photo, and it reads, "FALL FOOD DRIVE Nov. 27-Dec. 8". A purple banner with gold and white accents is at the bottom of the photo, and it includes text that reads, "NEEDED ITEMS (NO GLASS CONTAINERS): [The following text is formatted as a bulleted list] Cereal Peanut/almond butter Canned tuna & chicken Canned soups, stews & chili Canned veggies Beans (all varieties) Boxed mac & cheese Spaghetti sauce & canned tomatoes Pasta & rice Paper towels and toilet paper Baby food and formula Infant-size and adult-size diapers and wipes Soap, deodorant & menstrual products Toothbrushes and toothpaste [End list] Look for low sugar, whole grain, low sodium/no salt added, gluten-free, and unscented versions of these products Email delpbt@jmu.edu for more information.".

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Blue Ridge Area Food Bank retweeted
Feed More@FeedMoreInc8 Nov 2023
Thanks to our friends @FoodLion Feeds, we can make the holidays extra special for our neighbors! Now through December 12, when you shop at #FoodLion you can make a donation at the register or buy and donate a #FoodLionFeeds for the Holidays box to your neighbors.
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Blue Ridge Area Food Bank retweeted
Feed More@FeedMoreInc2 Nov 2023
When you donate at @TJMaxx, @Marshalls, @HomeGoods, @Sierraofficial, & @HomesenseUS from Nov. 3-5, 100% of proceeds will support your local @FeedingAmerica food bank, like Feed More!
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