White steps down as CEO at Food Bank Network

A curious move, this one. Marty White is stepping down as CEO of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank Network and will assume the duties of chief operating officer of the Verona-based food bank. White is staying on as interim CEO while the food bank’s board of directors conducts a search for a new CEO. Read more

Videocast | Food banks to ask state taxpayers for help

The Federation of Virginia Food Banks is going to be asking the Virginia General Assembly for a million dollars in emergency aid to help them continue providing food to needy families hit hardest in the ongoing economic downturn. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting. Length: 3:22. Read more

Food Bank struggling through holiday season

It’s the Catch-22 of food pantries. When times are tough, there are more people who need help putting food on the table, and generally there are less people able to help. Read more