Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina
COVID-19
Since the beginning of the Food Bank’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic in March of 2020, planning and building strategies for the impact of the crisis on the community we serve has been a top priority. We’re continuing to follow the guidance of the CDC and the state of North Carolina. Some of the precautions we’re undertaking specific to COVID-19, (on top of our standard, daily, safety and hygiene processes) are shared near the bottom of this page. The Food Bank is committed to serving those in need, and we’re very thankful for the trust that’s placed in us.
There is a long road ahead, and the Food Bank is here for the long haul. We will need resources to continue enacting the strategies we know work to end hunger. Here’s how you can help:
💲 DONATE FUNDS
As we try and meet the nearly 40% increase in need this pandemic has created in our communities, funds are the resource we need most. Financial donations allow us to stay nimble and responsive in our operations as conditions change, and to reach new people with our efforts.
📱 INVOLVE FRIENDS
Want to mobilize your neighborhood, church group, or other circle of friends? Holding a Virtual Food Drive is a great way to help – while practicing social distancing. We even re-launched our Virtual Food Drive platform. Visit foodbankcenc.org/vfd to set yours up today.
🗣 USE YOUR VOICE
Research the policies that impact hunger and speak out! Contact your state, local, and federal representatives to let them know policies like SNAP, TEFAP, and WIC need to be strengthened in order to break the cycle of hunger and help relieve families of the burden of hunger. Visit foodbankcenc.org/advocacy to learn more.
⌚ DONATE TIME
The Food Bank greatly relies on our volunteers, especially in times of crisis. If you are a healthy adult and want to volunteer, you can self-schedule a shift at foodbankcenc.org/volunteer
There is a long road ahead, and the Food Bank is here for the long haul. We will need resources to continue enacting the strategies we know work to end hunger. Here’s how you can help:
💲 DONATE FUNDS
As we try and meet the nearly 40% increase in need this pandemic has created in our communities, funds are the resource we need most. Financial donations allow us to stay nimble and responsive in our operations as conditions change, and to reach new people with our efforts.
📱 INVOLVE FRIENDS
Want to mobilize your neighborhood, church group, or other circle of friends? Holding a Virtual Food Drive is a great way to help – while practicing social distancing. We even re-launched our Virtual Food Drive platform. Visit foodbankcenc.org/vfd to set yours up today.
🗣 USE YOUR VOICE
Research the policies that impact hunger and speak out! Contact your state, local, and federal representatives to let them know policies like SNAP, TEFAP, and WIC need to be strengthened in order to break the cycle of hunger and help relieve families of the burden of hunger. Visit foodbankcenc.org/advocacy to learn more.
⌚ DONATE TIME
The Food Bank greatly relies on our volunteers, especially in times of crisis. If you are a healthy adult and want to volunteer, you can self-schedule a shift at foodbankcenc.org/volunteer
About
The Food Bank works across the food system to provide access to nutritious food that nourishes families, children, seniors, and individuals. Through partnerships, education, and programs, the Food Bank empowers communities to overcome hunger, creating an environment where all North Carolinians thrive.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities include:
- Administrative Support
- A Community Garden Opportunity
- Kids Summer Meal/Grab & Go
- Food and Emergency Drives
- Warehouse Projects
Restrictions
It depends on the volunteer opportunity.
Branches
Durham Branch Serves These Counties:
- Chatham
- Durham
- Granville
- Orange
- Person
- Vance
- Duplin
- Franklin
- Halifax
- Harnett
- Johnston
- Nash
- Sampson
- Wake
- Warren
- Wayne