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Seniors' Programs 

Although food insecurity affects people of all ages, seniors are particularly vulnerable due to nutritional needs related to aging and/or medical conditions. After a lifetime of contributing to society, over 43,000 seniors in our 34-county service area are living on fixed incomes that often force them to choose between paying for healthcare and buying groceries. 

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) is a USDA program administered by the Food Bank that provides a monthly package of food designed to supplement the nutritional needs of low-income senior citizens. Each box includes a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, protein, and dairy, all packed with care by Food Bank volunteers. Every month, the Food Bank packs and distributes nearly 6,000 CSFP boxes to seniors. For more information about CSFP, please email seniorprograms@foodbankcenc.org. 

Senior Food Boxes

With support from the USDA, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) provides a monthly package of food designed to supplement the nutritional needs of seniors age 60+. Distributed at drive-through locations, each box includes a variety of whole grains, protein, dairy and pantry staples, supplemented by fresh fruits and vegetables from the Food Bank. Each month, our incredible volunteers pack and distribute nearly 6,000 packages to local seniors.
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Distributing Food to Seniors Provides Enlightening Experience

“It’s hard to believe that people could survive on so little,” Chris said after looking at the qualifications for the CSFP Program. “Unfortunately, it is all too real.” Nearly 50,000 seniors in our 34-county service area live at or below the poverty level.