Overview
The 3,400 community food services in the US collect, prepare, and deliver food for the needy. They include food banks, meal delivery programs, and soup kitchens. Food banks collect and distribute salvageable or donated food to individuals through other social service organizations. Meal delivery programs prepare and deliver meals to persons unable to prepare meals for themselves due to age, disability or illness. Soup kitchens prepare and serve meals at fixed or mobile locations.
Demand and Donations Dependent on Economic Conditions
Demand for community food services rises when the economy is weak and unemployment rises.
Dependence on Volunteers
Community food services are highly dependent on volunteers for many staff positions and for carrying out their work.
Industry Financial Benchmarks
Here are typical financial statements for community food services.
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