List of food banks
Food banks are non-profit, charitable organizations that distribute food to those who have difficulty purchasing enough food to avoid hunger. This article provides a list of notable food banks worldwide.
United States[edit | edit source]
In the United States, food banks have become a major pillar of food aid. Some of the most notable ones include:
- Feeding America: The nation's largest domestic hunger-relief organization with a network of 200 food banks across the country.
- Food Bank For New York City: One of the country's largest food banks, it has been working to end food poverty in the five boroughs for over 35 years.
- Los Angeles Regional Food Bank: This food bank has been fighting hunger in Los Angeles County since 1973.
Canada[edit | edit source]
In Canada, food banks are prevalent as well. Some of the most prominent ones are:
- Food Banks Canada: A national charitable organization dedicated to helping Canadians living with food insecurity.
- Greater Vancouver Food Bank: Provides assistance to nearly 8,500 people weekly in Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster and the North Shore.
- Toronto Daily Bread Food Bank: One of the largest food banks in Canada, serving Toronto for over 35 years.
United Kingdom[edit | edit source]
In the United Kingdom, food banks have been growing rapidly. Some of the most well-known ones include:
- The Trussell Trust: A network of over 420 foodbanks, working to tackle food poverty and hunger in local communities across the UK.
- FareShare: The UK's largest charity fighting hunger and food waste.
Australia[edit | edit source]
In Australia, food banks play a crucial role in food aid. Some of the most significant ones are:
- Foodbank Australia: The largest food relief organization in Australia, working with the food industry and federal and state governments to alleviate hunger in Australia.
- OzHarvest: A food rescue organization in Australia that collects quality excess food from commercial outlets and delivers it to more than 1,000 charities.
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