The Food Bank of the Southern Tier works daily to fulfill our mission to end hunger in our communities. Through partnerships and community, we acquire and distribute over 10 million pounds of food and other grocery products to people in need through a network of more than 160 partner agencies including food pantries, meal programs, shelters and other hunger relief organizations in Broome, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, Tioga and Tompkins Counties. The Food Bank also administers several direct service food distribution programs including the BackPack Program™ and Mobile Food Pantry Program. Established in 1981 and headquartered in Elmira, NY,  the Food Bank is a member of Feeding America and a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester. 

Mission Statement:

Working together to build and sustain hunger-free communities throughout the Southern Tier.

Vision Statement:

The Food Bank of the Southern Tier is committed to creating a future without hunger where access to healthy food by all is recognized as fundamental to the well-being and success of individuals and the foundation of a strong, vibrant society.

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Food & Beverage

Social Programs

Food Bank of the Southern Tier

Mark Bordeau

Justin Emery

Nancy Webster

Randi Lynn Quackenbush

Erica Loomis

Meghan Parsons

This department focuses on data evaluation, advocacy efforts, and communication strategies to support organizational goals.

Data and Advocacy

This department oversees the strategic planning and execution of development initiatives within the organization.

Development Department

This department oversees financial management and major fundraising initiatives.

Food Bank of the Southern Tier

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Development Department

Finance and Development

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