Connecticut Food Bank (CFB) is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to alleviate hunger. We strive to do this by supplying food products and resources to eligible programs throughout our service area in Connecticut, and by promoting public awareness about the problem of hunger. Founded in 1982, CFB is the largest centralized source of donated, emergency food in Connecticut. The main warehouse is located in East Haven, with branch warehouses in Waterbury and Fairfield, and distribution sites in 
CFB provides food to 650 food-assistance programs such as soup kitchens, shelters, food pantries, and adult and child day care centers in six of Connecticut's eight counties: Fairfield, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London and Windham. For a list of member programs with web site links, click here. In 2007, CFB distributed 15.3 million pounds of food. Since 1982, CFB has distributed 156 million pounds of food. How We Do It CFB works with corporations, community organizations, and individuals to solicit, transport, warehouse and distribute donated food. Hundreds of food drives are held throughout the year to benefit CFB. The majority of food donations come from the food industry. They donate products that are wholesome but that might have some cosmetic flaw and so will not sell. In this way, CFB reduces food waste and feeds people. What does CFB save from going to waste?
CFB also runs a Food Rescue Operation, which collects donations of leftover prepared food and perishable produce from area restaurants, caterers, and retailers, and redistributes the food to local soup kitchens for serving the same day. Partners with Other Hunger-Relief Organizations Connecticut Food Bank is a member of America's Second Harvest, The Nation's Food Bank Network, which is the nation's largest domestic hunger relief charity network, consisting of more than 200 food banks and food rescue organizations. 
CFB also collaborates with End Hunger Connecticut! and similar advocacy organizations as part of its mission of community education and advocacy about the problem of hunger. Learn More: CFB Tours & Speakers If you or your organization would like to learn more about Connecticut Food Bank, we offers tours of all three of our warehouses: East Haven, Fairfield, and Waterbury. CFB also offers a Speakers Bureau, where you can arrange for a CFB staff member to speak at your organization's meeting or event, free of charge. Topics for discussion include:
To arrange for a tour or request a speaker, contact us at (203) 469-5000 or cfb@ctfoodbank.org. Our Funding Connecticut Food Bank is funded privately, supported by a broad base of individuals, businesses, foundations and community organizations. 94% of financial contributions are directed toward program services. To download or request a copy of CFB's 2006-2007 annual report, 25 Keys To 25 Years Of Success, click here.
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