Fairfax Food Council

01/29/2026

Pantry Plus is a new program at LCAC, supported by the Capital Area Food Bank, designed specifically for pantry clients who have been diagnosed with diabetes or hypertension. The goal of this initiative is to provide nutritious, healthy foods to at-risk clients.

We are beginning this program with a small group of households. These clients have undergone a thoughtful selection process to ensure the program is targeting those who will benefit the most. This effort has been made possible through the work of Elizabeth Hernandez, Health Navigator, who has been meeting directly with clients, discussing their health needs, and identifying those who would be strong candidates for Pantry Plus. Director of Nutrition Joshua Henry’s role is to procure and distribute the nutritious items chosen for the program.

Over the first two weeks of the program, we’ve provided participants with olive oil and strawberries. Pantry Plus represents an important step in expanding our commitment to health equity, and we look forward to watching this program grow!

01/11/2026

12/01/2025

Happening tomorrow at noon: Tune in to a listening session on "Addressing Food System Resiliency in Virginia Together."

Register here: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/glJvRs0DRWuLCcmhlLZ_FQ #/registration

11/13/2025

This shutdown showed how essential SNAP is for the 42 million people who rely on it to put food on the table. People cannot go without benefits, and states cannot carry the weight of higher costs and administrative burdens. https://frac.org/news/shutdownusdastatessnapbenefitsnov2025

11/10/2025

Hundreds of volunteers helped build community gardens in Northern Virginia amid government shutdown and increasing food insecurity. News4’s Mark Segraves reports.

11/06/2025

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, join the Partnership for Food Safety Education on Thursday, November 13, at 1:00 p.m. for a free virtual webinar on using kitchen gadgets!
Register here✍: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ebrwql0QSI23qrouIUEP6Q #/registration

From air fryers to fridge thermometers, kitchen gadgets continue to pop up in homes across the country, especially around the holidays. While some tools can help reduce the risk of foodborne illness, others are more about convenience. Understanding how these gadgets work and knowing when to use them can make a significant difference in preparing safe and delicious meals.

During this free webinar, you’ll learn about the role of kitchen gadgets in cooking and storing food, when and how to use them correctly, and how to answer consumer questions with practical, research-based guidance. You’ll also get ideas for weaving these tools into holiday meal safety conversations

From air fryers to fridge thermometers, kitchen gadgets continue to pop up in homes across the country, especially around the holidays. While some tools can help reduce the risk of foodborne illness, others are more about convenience. Understanding how these gadgets work and knowing when to use them...

11/06/2025

Explore Urban Institute's new interactive data tool, the American Affordability Tracker, and its complementary brief, Policy Solutions for an Affordable Future, to understand the costs families face. The tool provides timely data on the state of affordability in America at all government levels, tracking across a series of affordability trends like groceries, child care, gas, and health insurance.

By tracking data on how Americans are faring financially, decision-makers can get the information they need to create an affordable future for all.

Affordability Tracker📈: https://www.urban.org/data-tools/american-affordability-tracker
Policy Brief 📝: https://www.urban.org/apps/policy-solutions-affordable-future

Timely data on Americans’ finances and the cost of basic needs by state and congressional district.

10/20/2025

Food Policy Networks is hiring a Director! This is a full-time remote (U.S.-based) position.

📋Job Description: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OZmeJdZTY2pXivCw3n98335wFR_mDh_O/view

❓Q&A: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h-1U_NLiKKdFRC0aUgoPrb7KXEPOe5m4/view

📝Apply by 5pm EST on Friday, October 24th: https://tally.so/r/mV2Q8J

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10/17/2025

Important update from Capital Area Food Bank!

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

The federal government shutdown comes at a time when we know many households across our region are already experiencing food insecurity — and others are a missed paycheck away from needing help putting food on the table.

We're here to support our community, and we stand ready to assist impacted neighbors should the shutdown become prolonged.

To find food assistance near you, visit capitalareafoodbank.org/DMV-help or call our Hunger Lifeline at (202) 644-9807.

10/10/2025

Pack Meals. Build Community. Make a Difference.

For 30 years, Volunteer Fest has brought together hundreds of people each fall for a day of action, connection, and real impact in Northern Virginia. This year, they are setting their sights high with a goal to pack 75,000 nutritious meals to help fight hunger in our community. These meals will go directly to local residents who need them most. Register to volunteer today!

Pack Meals. Build Community. Make a Difference. For 30 years, VolunteerFest has brought together hundreds of people each fall for a day of action, connection, and real impact in Northern Virginia. This year, we are setting our sights high with a goal to pack 75,000 nutritious meals to help fight hun...