In recognition of Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s 40th anniversary, the cover story of this week’s issue of MidWeek (Nov. 22, 2023) takes a look back at Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s history while also shining a spotlight on programs and initiatives aimed at ultimately ending hunger in Hawaiʻi.
In the article, Ginger Keller sits down with President and CEO Amy Miller to discuss Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s commitment to nourishing our ʻohana today and ending hunger tomorrow.
Photos courtesy of Lawrence Tabudlo / Midweek.
“We’re here to support the community and the people, and we want to make the experience as dignified, easy and supportive as possible so that people can get access to the food that they need for their families.”
— Amy Miller, President and CEO
Highlights include:
- Taking a look at how food banks work.
- How John White established the Foodbank in 1983 with help from the community.
- The development of the Foodbank’s programs like ʻOhana Produce Plus, Food 4 Keiki and more.
- How the COVID-19 pandemic shifted the Foodbank’s organizational model.
- The Foodbank’s commitment to providing nutritious food options through initiatives like Farm to Families.
- Eliminating the stigma around asking for food assistance.
- The best ways to support the Foodbank.
- How the Foodbank is strategically positioning itself and working with partners to end hunger in Hawaiʻi.
The MidWeek issue is available on Oʻahu this week, and you can also read the story online.
