What a year for MVFB! We’ve made huge strides in 2024 — from moving into our newly renovated building to expanding our programming to help feed even more neighbors in need. With the support of our incredible community, we held successful fundraising events, served over 70,000 people per month, and distributed over 4 million pounds of food! We’re so thankful for everyone who helped us make this possible and can’t wait to make an even bigger impact in the year ahead.
Merrimack Valley Food Bank, Inc.
Non-profit Organization Management
Lowell, Massachusetts 505 followers
Together WE CAN
About us
The Merrimack Valley Food Bank is a community-supported 501C-3 non-profit organization that provides nutritious food and personal care items to emergency feeding programs serving the low-income, homeless and hungry. We are one of four food banks in Massachusetts that serves food pantries, shelters and meal programs that in turn, serve individuals and families. MISSION STATEMENT The focus of the Merrimack Valley Food Bank is to help meet a person’s most profound need — adequate nutrition and freedom from hunger. Only through cooperative efforts can society initiate change develop strategies to alleviate hunger and work toward the well being of all people. It is a basic human need to have adequate access to an environment conducive to well-being, which includes food, shelter and clothing. For most of us, food is readily available at nearby stores. The ease with which food can be acquired can make us take for granted how vital food is to our well-being. In addition to providing emergency food relief to our neighbors, we strive to partner with organizations that share our vision for accessibility to healthy food by all people, everywhere.
- Website
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http://www.mvfb.org
External link for Merrimack Valley Food Bank, Inc.
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Lowell, Massachusetts
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1991
- Specialties
- hunger relief, Operation Nourish childrens feeding program, Mobile Pantry serving seniors in Greater Lowell, Serving 70,000 people monthly, and Serving 31 communities
Locations
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Primary
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1703 Middlesex St
Lowell, Massachusetts 01851, US
Employees at Merrimack Valley Food Bank, Inc.
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Irene Matuschak Egan
Building relationships, resources and reputations through dynamic communications programs
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Kim Trainor
Director of Development at Merrimack Valley Food Bank
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Michael Bogdan
President & CEO at Avail Project Management
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Debbie Callery
Executive Director Merrimack Valley Food Bank
Updates
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Happy 🌟 GIVING TUESDAY 🌟 Here's how YOU can make a difference this year: 1️⃣ Make a donation 👉 https://lnkd.in/dYm5qjK 2️⃣ Host a food drive or donate food 👉 https://lnkd.in/dwD2-ik8 3️⃣ Share this post to spread the word and inspire others to give 4️⃣ Volunteer your time 👉 https://lnkd.in/dA-vTFtS Together, we can create a brighter holiday season for all. Let's give back! 💙 #GivingTuesday
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We see some familiar faces on the front page of The Sun today! Check out the article here: https://lnkd.in/eaCqrhhV We are so grateful for the generosity of our community - thanks to you, thousands of families will be able to enjoy their Thanksgiving meal tomorrow! Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at MVFB!
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Big thanks to NETSCOUT for coming in this week to help fill bags for MVFB's Operation Nourish Program! 🙌🍎 To learn more about Operation Nourish, click here 👉 https://lnkd.in/exkpRrcp Operation Nourish is dedicated to providing students in need with food for the weekends, and your support makes a real difference. Together, we're helping fight hunger and ensure no child goes without. 💙
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MVFB's Community Market may be winding down, but our hearts are full as we reflect on what makes this program so special: the incredible people we serve. By bringing fresh produce and other staples to low-income and senior housing complexes in Greater Lowell, we're not just delivering food — we're helping to build connections and foster community. 💚🍊
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Making a difference has never been easier! 💙✨ You can now donate food to MVFB with just a few clicks through our Amazon Wish List. Simply purchase items from the list, and they’ll be directly delivered to the food bank. 🍏 Food Bank Favorites 👉 https://a.co/j7iPZa6 🚗 Mobile Pantry Favorites 👉 https://a.co/3W7asFc ✏️ Operation Nourish Favorites 👉 https://a.co/htPWkhJ
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🌸 Stop by Stop & Shop in Chelmsford now through the end of the month and pick up a "Bloomin' 4 Good" Bouquet! Every purchase helps support Merrimack Valley Food Bank – the perfect way to add a little extra beauty to your Thanksgiving table, thank your host, or surprise someone special! 🧡 #Bloomin4Good
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A huge thank you to the Lowell Regional Transit Authority for filling a bus with over 1,400 lbs of food donations! 🚌🍽️ This incredible generosity will help nourish the 70,000+ people we feed every month at MVFB. Together, we’re making a big difference in our community! 💙 For information on hosting a food drive, please visit 👉 https://lnkd.in/dwD2-ik8
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