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 […]

    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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

Rachel De La Cruz lives in Madison, CA, a quiet, unincorporated town just southeast of Esparto with a big sense of community. Twice a month, you’ll find Rachel helping lead a local Public Community Food Distribution outside the Service District building where neighbors gather. It’s part of a long-standing tradition in Madison: when someone’s in […]

Gather your ingredients and your fresh, seasonal produce straight from California’s diverse farmlands. At the start of the year, you’ll often find onions, radishes, sweet potatoes, and cauliflower thriving before the warmer spring months arrive. These nutrient-packed vegetables are perfect for creating flavorful meals beyond just a simple sauté. For this recipe, we’re making street […]