Tag: Tri-Community Food Bank

… And a Warm, Soft Blanket

Rosemary Douglas In November, customers of the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) were eligible to receive two emergency food boxes, a full Thanksgiving dinner … and a warm, soft blanket. Several lucky families received a beautiful quilt made by the talented Sun City Quilters. We are thankful for the Sun City Quilters and appreciate their generosity…

A Busy Holiday Season at Tri-Community Food Bank

Rosemary Douglas Fall is one of the busiest times of year at the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) as we prepare to make the holidays a little brighter for our neighbors in need. We are seeing an increase in customers, with many of our families coming in for a regular food box and to sign up…

Food Bank Open House

Rosemary Douglas On April 8, the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) held an open house to thank the community and supporting organizations for the donations and volunteers that make the food distribution possible. The main building and recently completed warehouse were open for viewing. Harry and Patty Clark of H. Clark Construction were among the attendees.…

Our New Warehouse Is Ready Just in Time

Rosemary Douglas The Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) was the recent recipient of 5,900 pounds of non-perishable food items. This windfall was donated by participants in one of the largest 24-hour mountain bike events in the world. The 19th annual 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo, sponsored by Epic Rides, was held Feb. 18 through 22. Recent…

Where Does the Food Come From?

Rosemary Douglas We are sometimes asked where the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) gets the food that we distribute to our customers. The answer is that we get food from a variety of sources. In the past, donations from food drives have been one source of supply. Recently, however, food donations have been minimal due to…

Thank You, Friends

Handmade Quilts for Christmas Rosemary Douglas What is cozier or more special than getting a handmade quilt for Christmas? Many lucky customers of the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) were recipients of beautifully crafted quilts this past holiday season. Thank you to the SaddleBrooke Friday Quilters who donated many wonderful, handmade quilts to the food bank…