May 21, 2019
Workforce Development: Providing Pathways Out of Hunger
FoodWorks is the Maryland food Bank’s workforce development program, preparing Marylanders for a culinary career.
For more than 30 years, Ben has been helping organizations raise awareness and inspire action by creating compelling narratives. And since 2018, Ben has been the Maryland Food Bank’s Staff Writer, elevating the voices of food-insecure neighbors to further the Maryland Food Bank’s mission of feeding people, strengthening communities, and ending hunger for more Marylanders.
Latest Content by Ben Gross
May 9, 2019
FoodWorks Culinary Training Program is Transforming Lives in Maryland (VIDEO)
FoodWorks, the Maryland Food Bank’s 12-week culinary training program, offers a fresh start to individuals in Maryland. During the program, students develop job readiness skills, receive their ServSafe Manager Certification, and get workplace training — all while converting fresh produce into healthy meals for our hungry neighbors.
April 26, 2019
Nutrition: Encouraging Healthy Choices for Food-Insecure Marylanders
We’re providing access to more nutritious foods and making sure hungry Marylanders have the resources and knowledge to make healthier choices
April 16, 2019
Food First: Expanding the Capacity of our Network Partners
The Food First Grant Program is designed to expand partner capacity, strengthening our network. The grant money will be used for a variety of capacity-building projects aimed at increasing the amount of food partners distribute, expanding their service hours, transporting and handling perishable foods, and providing additional services to help clients address the root causes of hunger.
April 1, 2019
Facing Hunger in Maryland: Dorothy Wilson
Facing Hunger in Maryland means different things to different people. For some, it’s dealing with the uncertainty of not knowing where their next meal will come from; for others, it’s trying to help their hungry neighbors in need. Then there are people like Dorothy Wilson, who has experienced both sides of facing hunger in Maryland.
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