Our Vision ...
We believe that the fight against hunger and the fight against poverty are one and the same. We envision a future in which food is recognized as a human right and every person is able to feed themselves and their families in dignity.
Who We Are
Our mission is to leverage the power of food to end hunger and build healthier communities.
Foodlink has a 47-year history of mobilizing a diverse network of community partners to address both the symptoms and root causes of food insecurity throughout the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes region of New York. We are transforming lives, advocating for equity, and creating healthy futures for every community we serve.
Our Programs
News
The “Power of Nutrition” in Action at Foodlink’s Community Kitchen
This post was written by Samantha Chamberlain MS, RD Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? Established by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, this annual celebration highlights the vital role nutrition plays in overall health and well-being. This year’s theme, “Discover the Power of Nutrition,” invites
Foodlink joins local leaders to alert community about SNAP changes
Monroe County Executive Adam J. Bello and local leaders gathered Monday, Feb. 23, to remind the Rochester community of significant changes to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that could affect thousands of residents across Monroe County. The County’s Department of Human Services (DHS) administers the SNAP program on behalf
Foodlink urges community to advocate for boosted anti-hunger funding
Foodlink’s Advocacy Committee is urging the public to voice their support for increased funding for the emergency food system in this year’s state budget. Food banks across the state are united in their request for the Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP) and Nourish NY to be funded at
Volunteer
Foodlink relies on thousands of volunteers each year to sort, inspect, and pack food that nourishes thousands of our neighbors. We could not do the work we do without them! Volunteers also contribute to the success of our other food-related programs, such as the Curbside Market, Nutrition Education, and the Community Farm. Sign up today to donate your time and support our mission!
Our Impact
Foodlink distributes millions of pounds of food annually, and prepares more than 2 million healthy meals for students. But our impact goes well beyond statistics. Learn other ways our work impacts the health and food security of thousands of people we serve by reading our latest Impact Report.
