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We rely on your generous donations of funds, food and time. Support the Food Bank today.
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Our work wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of our volunteers. Support the Food Bank’s efforts to put an end to hunger.
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ADVOCATE
Take action and use your voice to raise awareness of the issues of food insecurity in our region, and help facilitate change.
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PARTICIPATE
Learn about all opportunities you have to support the Food Bank by attending a special event.
About the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts

Feeding Our Neighbors in Need and Leading the Community to End Hunger

Since 1982, the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts has been feeding our neighbors in need and leading the community to end hunger. We distribute food to our members in Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden and Hampshire counties.

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    Create Better Health: MyPlate Cooking Class

    January 14th, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
    Palmer Public Library, 1455 North Main St Palmer

    The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, in partnership with SNAP-Ed, offers free nutrition education programs to our member agencies. In this cooking presentation, we’ll explore MyPlate healthy eating guidelines, decipher the nutrition facts labels and learn how to make a budget-friendly meal!

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    March for the Food Bank with Monte Belmonte

    November 24 & 25, 2025
    Springfield to Greenfield, MA

    Every year, the Food Bank and Monte Belmonte lead a 43-mile march from Springfield to Greenfield to support the Food Bank’s mission and spread awareness about how hunger affects people throughout the region. With your support, we raised an astounding $607,600 for the 2024 March for the Food Bank. Thank you to everyone who made this event possible!

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    Partnership Opportunities

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    The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts

    Learn more about the variety of ways you can support the Food Bank through our sponsorship opportunities.

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    Berkshire Brewing Company

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    Through a special partnership with Berkshire Brewing Company, 10% of gross sales of their ‘Turkey Trotter’ Brown Ale is donated to the Food Bank to support our mission.

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    The Giving Garden

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    Dr.Hauschka.com

    When you shop for Dr. Hauschka natural skin care, a percentage of sales will benefit the Food Bank. Learn more about this loyalty program and how it will help provide fresh produce from local farms to nourish our neighbors.

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