Become A Partner Agency

“The staff at the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina are so friendly and helpful. They always explain procedures and availabilities of food items very patient and thoroughly. There are many options for food items for the patients we serve, and the variety and quality are very great for our patients, especially the produce items that we pick up weekly. We are always happy to see what the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina have for us.”  -Partner

“They provide support not only in physical merchandise (food ) but also resources, such as training and that help keep our food pantry to be efficient. The staff is well trained, professional, and very approachable.”  -Partner

“The Food Bank offers updates for continuously growing our Pantry Program which helps us to stay up to date on State mandates for public policies for charitable organizations.”  -Partner

Interested in becoming a Food Bank partner agency?

The Food Bank is looking for partners that are currently addressing food insecurity in their communities and plan to do so for the long haul. Having a strong foundation as an organization is key to ensuring your success and longevity in providing food to your community.

Please follow the steps below to assess your interest and alignment with our partner network:

  • Step 1: Who Is in Our Current Partner Network?

    • Please use our Food Finder tool to find the list of current partners in your community. You may search by zip code, town/city, and/or county. Please note that the Food Finder tool only lists emergency service providers such as food pantries, mobile food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters.
    • We encourage organizations to first consider collaborating with an existing partner agency rather than applying for partnership directly with the Food Bank. Collaboration locally may be the best way to serve your community.

  • Step 2: What Do We Value?

    • Our current partner network is centered around six values and we aim for all new partners of our partner network to be aligned with these six values. Please click here to review the Six Values of our Partner Network.
    • The Food Bank has an all-encompassing value of equity, diversity, and inclusion which informs how we work to achieve our mission. The application of this value is critical both internally and externally to strengthen our own team and improve how we engage with our neighbors, partners, and other community members.

  • Step 3: Who Can Join the Partner Network?

    • Our Food Bank partners with 501c3 non-profits and Church/Religious Organizations that operate a: Food Pantry, Soup Kitchen, Shelter, Mobile Unit/Delivery to Clients, Senior/Elderly Program, and Child Nutrition.
    • We do not currently partner with Group Homes, Residential Facilities, and Daycares.

  • Step 4: Applying for Partnership

    • All organizations must complete a Partnership Interest Form as the first step in the application process to become a Partner Agency and/or Program of the Food Bank. Click here to access the Partnership Interest Form.
    • After a Partnership Interest Form is submitted, it will be reviewed by Food Bank staff to determine if your organization may qualify for partnership and/or be located or operate a type of program that helps fill gaps in our current Partner Agency Network.
      • If your organization is approved for the next step, you will be invited to an Open House to hear more about what partnering together entails and discuss next steps of the application process. Open Houses are generally held every January, April, and July.
      • If your organization is not approved, you will be notified by Food Bank staff. We will keep your Partnership Interest Form on file and reevaluate periodically in case we are recruiting partner agencies in your geographical area and/or with the type of program your organization operates.
      • Please note, it may take Food Bank Staff weeks to review Partnership Interest Forms due to high volume, staff timing, and seasonal mission-related focuses.

If you have any questions, you are welcome to email applications@foodbankcenc.org

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