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.
After a strong first year, Yolo Food Bank's Cultivo program is growing. This season, the number of housing communities and farm sites with planned distributions will double, with a goal of reaching 2,500 households over the next 8 months.
Learn more about this program's impact, its sponsors, and the future of the program in our latest blog here 👉 yolofb.org/CultivoBegins2025
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 […]
Feeding Madison: A story of community care
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 […]
Street Tacos and Pickled Radishes
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 […]
A Day of Appreciation for Our Supporters
During a warm sunny afternoon community members gathered for an unforgettable day at the Food Bank Fiesta. The event was more than celebrating our Yolo Food Bank supporters, it was a reminder of the importance of generosity and a shared commitment to addressing hunger in our community. Tacos, Tunes, and Tours Mariachi Los Claveles filled the […]
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