40 Years Philabundance Anniversary - Fighting Food Insecurity
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"It is so gratifying for me to see what has developed over the years."

Pamela Rainey-Lawler
Philabundance Founder

Table of Contents

Philabundance in the 1980s

May 1984
Founding
Philabundance establishes our presence as a much needed food rescue organization.
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May 1984
1985
First Building
Philabundance moves into its first real office space in Manayunk
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1985
Pamela Rainey-Lawler with her Subaru
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March 3, 1985
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April 25, 1985
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July 31, 1987
1989
Little Red Bus
The Philabundance Little Red Truck: a beacon of hope, delivering vital food aid to children in need. Taking the food on the road!
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1989

Philabundance in the 1990s

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1993
Share the Harvest
Philabundance established Share the Harvest, a program that connects local gardeners and their produce with communities in need
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1993
1997
Pamela Rainey-Lawyer participates in a Philabundance event, showcasing her dedication to supporting local communities and addressing food insecurity.
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1997
1998
Galloway Opens
Our Galloway Warehouse in South Philadelphia opens to accommodate the growing demand for emergency food to become the area’s largest hunger relief organization.
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1998
1998
Philabundance SEPTA Advertising from 1998.
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1998
1998
Philabundance does a distribution with the Camden Housing Authority.
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1998
1998
Philabundance amplifies its reach thanks to a generous donation of trucks, fortifying its capacity to distribute crucial food resources to vulnerable communities.
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1998
SEPTA Advertising
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Group of diverse families in Camden NJ facing food insecurity
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Philabundance truck in 1998
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Mayor Ed Rendell and Pamela Rainey-Lawler
1999
Walk Against Hunger
Philabundance forms strategic alliances with government entities and local community organizations, fostering collaboration to amplify efforts in combating hunger and uplifting communities.
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1999
1998
Philabundance's dedicated staff and volunteers are the driving force behind our mission, working tirelessly to alleviate hunger and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
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1998
1998
Philabundance's dedicated staff and volunteers are the driving force behind our mission, working tirelessly to alleviate hunger and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
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1998
1998
Patterson Penny Drive
A heartwarming partnership between Philabundance and a local public school, inspiring students and the community to join forces in collecting spare change to combat hunger.
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1998
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Philabundance in the 2000s

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2000
Philabundance Community Kitchen
Philabundance Community Kitchen (PCK) begins providing culinary vocational training to low income adults.
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2000
2000
Gov. Tom Ridge
Governor Tom Ridge visits Philabundance for a press conference about state support for food insecurity.
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2000
March 9, 2001
Philabundance and its fleet in action
Tirelessly collecting food donations from generous partners and communities, ensuring no one goes hungry in our shared mission to fight food insecurity.
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March 9, 2001
2001
Mid-Atlantic Venture Fair
Philabundance presents at the Mid-Atlantic Venture Fair at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in 2001
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2001
2001
Feeding America
Philabundance gains momentum by joining Feeding America, the nation’s network of food banks.
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2001
August 2002
Summer Meal Gap
Philabundance teams up with Sodexo to tackle summer hunger, providing essential meals to students during the break and ensuring no child goes without food when school is out.
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August 2002
Bon Jovi
Renowned musician John Bon Jovi generously contributes $25,000 to Philabundance, furthering the organization's vital mission in combating hunger and supporting communities in need.
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Jeff Bridges poses with Philabundance Staff
Pamela Rainey-Lawler poses for photo in 2001
2001 Philabundance Community Garden
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2005
Greater Philadelphia Food Bank
Philabundance merges with the Greater Philadelphia Food Bank to offer a full plate of services.
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2005
June 3, 2005
Berks St. Location
Volunteers dedicatedly serving at Philabundance's NEW 'Berks Location', exemplifying the spirit of community and compassion in the fight against hunger.
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June 3, 2005
July 15, 2005
Galloway St. Location
Volunteers tirelessly lending their hands at the Galloway Warehouse, embodying Philabundance's commitment to fighting hunger with dedication and compassion.
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July 15, 2005
2005
Hurricane Katrina
Hurricane Katrina strikes and Philabundance takes a leading role as the fourth-largest provider of emergency food to the gulf.
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2005
2006
Philabundance Day
Philadelphia Mayor John Street pays tribute to Philabundance's invaluable contributions by proclaiming 'Philabundance Day,' celebrating the organization's unwavering dedication to combating hunger and uplifting the community
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2006
Newsmakers
CEO Bill Clark shares Philabundance's vision for a hunger-free community on Comcast Newsmakers, spotlighting the organization's innovative strategies and impactful initiatives in addressing food insecurity.
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Summer 2006 Philabundance Newsletter

January 2006
Snapshot from the Berks Warehouse in North Philly, showcasing the heart of our operations and the dedicated efforts of our team as we work towards a hunger-free community.
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January 2006
2006
PHLX
Philabundance visits the Philadelphia Stock Exchange
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2006
November 13, 2006
Partnering with the Philadelphia Eagles for the Chunky Swoop Weigh-In event, our community gathered to tackle hunger with enthusiasm and team spirit, creating lasting memories
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November 13, 2006
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2007
Fresh For All
Fresh For All is born to increase access of produce through weekly distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables.
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2007
March 2007
Exploring the Philabundance fleet in 2007, a testament to our commitment to distributing essential food supplies and making a tangible difference in the lives of those facing hunger.
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March 2007
June 4, 2007
Carving Out Hunger
Jamie Moyer of the Philadelphia Phillies is Interviewed about food insecurity and his career
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June 4, 2007
November, 2007
Thanksgiving
Philabundance hosted the Community Kitchen Thanksgiving event, joined by Mayor Nutter to ensure everyone had a warm meal to enjoy during the holiday season.
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November, 2007
Berks Warehouse Exterior Signage
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2009
Recession
Philabundance launches the Emergency Relief Initiative as a direct response to the recession which resulted in a number of programs.
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2009
2009
The Food Help Line
The Food Help Line (1.800.319.Food) activates as an easily accessible outlet to connect callers with necessary food assistance.
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2009

Philabundance in the 2010s

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May 2010
The Great Food Fight
A collaborative effort, partnered with local high schools, mobilizing students and communities to combat hunger and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.
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May 2010
2010
Empty Bowls Campaign
An impactful initiative bringing together artists, volunteers, and supporters to raise awareness and funds for Philabundance's mission to fill empty bowls in our community.
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2010
2010
Toyota's Haul Away Hunger
A powerful partnership dedicated to addressing food insecurity, where Toyota joins forces with Philabundance to haul away hunger and make a positive impact in our community.
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2010
2010
Vanguard's Food Drive
Vanguard's 15th annual 'All Cans On Deck': A milestone event where Vanguard and Philabundance come together to collect cans and make a significant impact in the fight against hunger in our community.
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2010
2010
SEPTA
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2010
November 2010
Turkey Donations
A heartwarming tradition where generous individuals and organizations contribute turkeys to Philabundance, ensuring families in need can enjoy a bountiful Thanksgiving meal.
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November 2010
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Appreciation Awards
BBQ at GX
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2011
Help Philabundance Win A New Car!
Our community rallied together, participating in the contest and voting for Philabundance to win a new vehicle, furthering our efforts in fighting hunger and supporting our community.
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2011
November 2011
WALL MURAL
The project was the result of a partnership between The City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, the Writers Matter Program at La Salle University and the School District of Philadelphia The mural banner incorporates text and drawings of Philadelphia School District Talent Center students’ thoughts on hunger in their community.
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November 2011
2011
Phans Feeding Families
A dynamic collaboration with the Philadelphia Phillies, rallying sports fans to join the fight against hunger and make a difference in our community through teamwork and support.
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2011
February 24, 2012
Fare and Square Ground Breaking
Chester's first nonprofit grocery store has its official ground breaking.
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February 24, 2012
Daily Local News Chester To Open First Grocery Store In 11 Years (1)
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2011 and 2012
The Hunger Symposium
An annual gathering of community leaders, experts, and advocates dedicated to addressing hunger-related issues, fostering collaboration, and driving innovative solutions to combat food insecurity.
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2011 and 2012
2012
Philabundance continues its good work feeding the community!
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2012
February 24, 2013
Fare and Square Grand Opening
Philabundance opens Fare & Square. The 16,000-square-foot outlet features an array of traditional offerings at discounted prices, including fresh meats and produce, frozen foods and dry grocery product. The store is the only supermarket in this town of 34,000 people that had been classified as a "food desert." Chester had been without a grocery store for 12 years.
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February 24, 2013
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April 27, 2013
Cupcake Smash
A sweet and charitable event where participants indulged in cupcakes while supporting Philabundance's mission to fight hunger, demonstrating that even small treats can make a big difference.
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April 27, 2013
2013
KidsBites
Philabundance launches KidsBites, a program to provide school children and their families with healthy food staples.
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2013
2014
30 year Anniversary
Philabundance celebrates 30 years of fighting food insecurity at ACME
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2014
2014
Gleaning
Demonstrating our commitment to reducing food waste and providing fresh, nutritious options to those in need, our team gathers surplus produce from local farms like Buzby Farm to support our community.
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2014
2014
Grocers Against Hunger
A collaborative effort between Philabundance and local grocers, uniting to redirect surplus food to those facing hunger in our community, ensuring that no edible food goes to waste.
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2014
2015
The Great Food Fight
A dynamic collaboration aimed at raising awareness and mobilizing resources to combat hunger, leveraging the expertise and resources of both organizations to make a meaningful impact in our community.
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2015
April 2015
Volunteer Week
A dedicated time to celebrate and recognize the invaluable contributions of our volunteers, whose dedication and passion drive Philabundance's mission forward in the fight against hunger.
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April 2015
2015
Hunger Action Month
Thank you!
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2015
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2016
Fill a Glass with Hope
Philabundance's initiative to provide nourishment and support to those facing food insecurity, symbolizing our collective efforts to bring hope and relief to individuals and families in need.
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2016
2016
SEPTA
Stop hunger at your station
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2016
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2017
Philabundance in the Inquirer
Our organization featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer, spotlighting our efforts to combat hunger and our impact in the community through insightful coverage and awareness.
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2017
2017
PCK in the News
Candace Mathews Bass talks with PhillyCam
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2017
2017
Bimbo Bakeries Donation
An annual event hosted by Philabundance, where community members gather to camp out and collect food donations, symbolizing solidarity and support in the fight against hunger.
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2017
2018
PCK in the NEWS
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2018
2018
Abundantly Good
This launch comes on the heels of a year-long product pilot with DiBruno Bros, in which the local specialty food retailer carried five varieties of Abundantly Good hand-crafted raw milk cheese made by Lancaster, PA farmers. Sales so far have enabled $9,000 to be contributed toward the rescue and processing of excess milk into high-quality cheese for Philabundance’s clients.
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2018
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2019
Government Shutdown Response
Philabundance responds to the crisis and holds food distribution for Federal workers
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2019
2019
PCK
PCK celebrates 19 years of operation!
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2019
2019
Philabundance on Good Day America
Our organization featured on Good Day America, showcasing our efforts to fight hunger and make a difference in the community through national media coverage.
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2019
May 6, 2019
PCK Ground Breaking
The ground breaking ceremony if the NEW Philabundance Community Kitchen Facility in north Philadelphia.
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May 6, 2019

Philabundance in the 2020s

2020
Loree Jones Brown
Philabundance introduces their current CEO Loree Jones Brown
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2020
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March 2020
COVID-19
In response to the National COVID-19 emergency. Philabundance stepped up food distribution and worked even harder with our community partners to fill the need.
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March 2020
August 26, 2020
Hunger Hero Awards
An annual event honoring individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions and dedication to fighting hunger and supporting Philabundance's mission in the community.
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August 26, 2020
September 11, 2020
Secretary Redding Visit
Russell Redding Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture visits Philabundance
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September 11, 2020
September 22, 2020
PCK GRAND OPENING
Philabundance Community Kitchen opens its NEW North Philly Facility
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September 22, 2020
2020
Secretary John Wetzel
Pennsylvania Secretary of Corrections John Edward Wetzel visits PCK
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2020
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Secretary Russell Redding
Secretary John Wetzel at PCK
January 18, 2021
President Elect Joe Biden
In honor of MLK Day 2021 President Joe Biden volunteered at our Galloway location
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January 18, 2021
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January 2021
'Dear Hunger - Lil'Abundance'
To amplify Philabundance’s existing BackPack Program, the Lil’Abundance effort was created to underscore the growing needs of children in our community with ways to help and donate.
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January 2021
2021
Gov Wolf and First Lady
Gov Wolf and First Lady discuss food insecurity
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2021
2021
Donor Volunteer Night
A special evening dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the invaluable contributions of our donors who generously give their time and resources to support Philabundance's mission in fighting hunger.
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2021
2021
Senator Bob Casey
Senator Bob Casey visits Philabundance Community Kitchen
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2021
September 28, 2021
Garden For Good
Philabundance's initiative empowering communities to cultivate gardens for fresh produce, promoting food sustainability and combating hunger at the grassroots level.
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September 28, 2021
September 11, 2021
Afghan Refugees
Together with our incredible volunteers and chefs, PCK met the challenge of providing the maximum number of meals in the shortest amount of time. Within 48 hours, using PCK’s new, state-of-the-art production kitchen, the team started producing hundreds of meals a shift, often surpassing 1,000 meals a day.
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September 11, 2021
2021
Phans Feeding Families
10 year anniversary! A collaborative effort between Philabundance and Philadelphia sports fans, rallying support and resources to combat hunger in our community, showcasing the power of teamwork and community spirit.
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2021
January 17, 2022
President Joe Biden
In honor of MLK Day 2022 President Joe Biden returned to Philabundance and volunteered at our Galloway location
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January 17, 2022
2022
Mally Roncal of QVC
Mally Roncal of QVC visits PCK!
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2022
2022
Good Pizza
Good Pizza Launches!
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2022
2022
Ramadan Meals
Philabundance partners with Senator Streets office to deliver meals during Ramadan
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2022
2022
Off site Repack
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2022
2022
It's a Philly Thing
The Huddle to End Hunger
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2022
2022
Chef Robert Irvine
Chef Irvine visits PCK and discusses his philosophy on cooking
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2022
2022
Camp Out For Hunger
Philabundance's flagship annual event celebrates 25 years!! The community came together to collect food donations, showcasing unity and support in the fight against hunger.
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2022
2022
State Reps Visit Philabundance
Philadelphia State Reps visit our Galloway Warehouse during the holiday season.
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2022
2022
Jordan Davis
Philadelphia Eagle Jordan Davis partners with Campbells to sac hunger!
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2022
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January 16, 2023
MLK DAY
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at RX and PCK
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January 16, 2023
March 2023
PCK Student Showcase
An inspiring event where graduates of the Philabundance Community Kitchen program showcase their culinary skills and achievements, highlighting the transformative impact of the program in empowering individuals and fighting hunger.
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March 2023
March 9, 2023
Philabundance Off-site
Philabundance packs student boxes with the AKA sorority
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March 9, 2023
2023
Philabundance Community Cook In
PCK teaches the community some fun recipes
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2023
June 1, 2023
Community Partnership Day
The first annual "Community Partners Day" at Xfinity Live
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June 1, 2023
2023
Mural Dedication
Titled "More Than Food", this mural represents how food connects us all and celebrates unity within our communities. We are so grateful for Mural Art Philadelphia and Matteo Iadonisi for this amazing piece of art.
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2023
October 2023
Strike Out Hunger Campaign
A dynamic initiative led by Philabundance to rally support from the community and partners, aiming to eradicate hunger through donations, volunteerism, and advocacy efforts.
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October 2023
November 2023
Camp Out For Hunger
Philabundance's flagship event where the community comes together to camp out and collect food donations, demonstrating solidarity and support in the fight against hunger.
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November 2023

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