The COVID-19 pandemic changed many people’s lives. Jobs were lost. Financial burdens increased. Even the simple act of buying everyday essentials and groceries became difficult. Though the pandemic is starting to turn around, many families and individuals find themselves still struggling to put food on the table.
Mike Martinez never thought he would need assistance when he came to us at Madera County Food Bank. But Mike is not alone.
Madera County Food Bank is always grateful to receive donations from our community. We’ve seen an unprecedented outpouring of support from our community this year. When we lost the ability to hold our annual fundraiser dinner this year, we were concerned about keeping our community fed. Our community proved to us that they show up…
The Holidays are here, and this year many local families are experiencing food insecurity. Madera County Food Bank works hard every year to provide boxes of food for families on Thanksgiving and Christmas. This year, our goal is to raise $25,000 to provide 2,000 boxes of food to families on Thanksgiving and another 2,000 on…
Are you in the mood to give back? Our communities rely on people like you to support the Food Bank. Volunteering is one of the best ways you can give back to our Madera Community. We have several programs that require the help of our volunteers. EFAP – Volunteers come in every Monday and put together…
Our partners provide us with different support ranging from food donations, to monetary donations, to volunteer programs. So, how can your organization help?
The Sierra Nevada community in Madera, Fresno, and Mariposa Counties has been hit hard by the Creek Fire. We want to say thank you to the firefighters and first responders working so hard to protect homes and lives. We’d also like to thank the Red Cross for helping the over 15,000 Madera County Evacuees get…
The Great Chicken Giveaway was a huge success! On July 24th, we were able to give away 750 boxes with chicken, mixed produce, canned goods and a variety of other foods. We wanted to thank all of our donors for their support.
Because of your outstanding show of support last month, the United Way has once again agreed to support us in a matching campaign in July! The local United Way chapter will be matching your donations up to $50,000 until the end of July.
UNITED WAY FRESNO AND MADERA COUNTIES ANNOUNCES MATCHING GIFT CAMPAIGN FOR MADERA COUNTY FOOD BANK FRESNO, CA (5/20/20) – United Way Fresno and Madera Counties is excited to announce a matching gift challenge to benefit the Madera County Food Bank. From now through July 15 th , friends and supporters of the food bank have the opportunity to…