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CEO Forums and Reports

Thank you for your continued support of the Food Bank’s work—it is heartening and strengthens our resolve to make sure that everyone has enough food to eat. As part of our effort to keep you informed of your impact, we host occasional virtual forums to share updates and answer your questions.

 

In Our Neighbors’ Words: Understanding the Rising Need for Food Assistance While Inspiring Action

April 30, 2025 – 11:00-11:45 a.m.

Across the Blue Ridge region, more individuals and families than ever are turning to food assistance programs. What’s driving this unexpected surge in demand, and how can we respond with both urgency and compassion?

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In our Neighbors’ Words: Understanding the Rising Need for Food Assistance While Inspiring Action

April 30, 2025 – 11:00-11:45 a.m.

Across the Blue Ridge region, more individuals and families than ever are turning to food assistance programs. What’s driving this unexpected surge in demand, and how can we respond with both urgency and compassion?

Join us to learn from our guests’ stories, to explore the key factors behind the growing need, and to discuss innovative solutions to ensure everyone has enough to eat.

Reserve your spot today and learn more about how you are part of the solution.

The Forum includes a 30-minute presentation, plus Q&A time. Attendance is free but advance registration is required at www.brafb.org/ceo-forums. This virtual event is held on Zoom.

Do you have questions that we can address? Send them in advance to Karen Ratzlaff (email kratzlaff@brafb.org).

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Sharing Our Collective Impact

We want to hear from you. Do you have questions for us, or are there topics you’d like us to address? Please reach out to Chief Philanthropy Officer Karen Ratzlaff at 540-213-8404.

Want to learn more? Here’s what you can do next:

  • Watch one of the videos, below
  • Review the latest impact report: March 2024
  • Read our annual report (for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024)

Recordings of Previous Forums

Were you looking forward to a webinar but unable to join us? You can access our most recent CEO Forum recordings below.