Yolo Food Bank Blog
A New Director Joins Yolo Food Bank
We’re thrilled to welcome Armando Salud-Ambriz to the Yolo Food Bank team as our new Director of External Relations! “Armando’s unique perspective, shaped by his experience in public service and education, along with his deep connection to the Yolo County community and the region, make him the perfect person to help us share our story, […]
Dunnigan Keeps the Support Flowing
When the original site for our weekly Public Community Food Distribution in Dunnigan suddenly became unavailable, it seemed we might lose a vital connection to residents and a consistent source of food for those who rely on it. It looked like the scheduled distribution might miss a week, or more, and for many neighbors, that […]
A Unique Gift for the Volunteers
A Long-Time Donor in Many Ways At Yolo Food Bank, volunteers show up with a lot of heart and a desire to make an impact. Few embody that spirit more than Bob Rennie, a long-time donor and dedicated volunteer who calls Winters, California home. Whether he’s distributing food at Winters High School or sorting rice […]
Farm-to-Fairway: Tee-ing Off for a Cause
The sun was shining and the course was looking exceptional on a perfect Saturday morning at Teal Bend Golf Course for our annual Farm-to-Fairway tournament. Golfers sipped breakfast bloody marys and mimosas, grabbed a light bite, and set out for a day of fun, friendly competition, and generous support for Yolo Food Bank. […]
Cultivo’s Success Makes a Huge Impact
Yolo County is proud of its deep agricultural roots. Our fields flourish with tomatoes, almonds, and rice and behind every harvest is a community that works hard to keep our region thriving. But even in a place so rich in food, not everyone has reliable access to it. Last spring, Yolo Food Bank partnered with […]
A Season of Change for Yolo Food Bank
After fifteen years of dedicated service as Director of Operations at Yolo Food Bank, Corkey Mapalo will begin a new chapter this July. She’ll focus her talents on our new “Harvest Program”, an effort to work with local farmers who grow our world-renowned fresh produce. “Yolo Food Bank is so grateful for all of Corkey’s […]
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