The Full Plate Society represents some of Philabundance’s most generous philanthropic leaders, committed to our mission to drive hunger from our communities today and to end hunger for good. These members, who contribute $1,000 or more annually, make up just 6 percent of Philabundance’s individual donors, but account for
If you have ever volunteered at the Philabundance Hunger Relief Center in South Philadelphia, chances are you have had the pleasure of meeting Damien Douglas. And if you have met Damien, the chances are great that you will return to volunteer again. Damien is the Philabundance repack supervisor. His job
“At the end of the day, if people can’t eat, nothing else matters,” David says. In March 2020, at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, David Antzis was watching the news when it hit him. There, in front of his eyes, was a 9-year old Monmouth County, NJ girl
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the nation’s first line of defense against hunger and a critical resource for the people Philabundance serves. While food banks like Philabundance do incredible work to feed people, strong nutrition programs like SNAP are crucial to meet the need. However, the SNAP allotment
Dear Friends, As we’ve moved into the transition phase of COVID-19 toward a new normal, I’m reminded that change is stressful—that anxiety, fear, worry, and even excitement all play a part. There is no “right” or “wrong” way to feel during this time, just a need for us to