“The Link” is the Regional Food Bank’s quarterly newsletter highlighting the work of our people and programs. In each issue you will find stories of Oklahomans living with hunger, the programs that help them put meals on the table and the groups and organizations that help the Regional Food Bank make all of that possible.

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Past Editions

March 2024

Recent statistics from Feeding America estimate that 5.5 million people age 60 and over experience hunger in the United States. That’s 1 out of every 14 seniors across the country.

Every state is home to older adults who face hunger, and Oklahoma is no exception.

November 2023

As you read the stories in this newsletter, you might note a common theme: People running out of money near the end of every month.

That’s particularly true for Oklahomans on limited incomes; their Social Security and/or disability checks, even combined with SNAP benefits, can only stretch so far.

August 2023

Volunteers are the lifeblood of our work, and we’re so grateful for every one.

Many volunteers are especially grateful to be making a dent in the problem of childhood hunger. Nobody wants a child to go to bed hungry. I’m sure you feel the same.

May 2023

Summer is almost here, and for many children that means swimming pools, cookouts and vacations. Summer is the best time of year for many children.

Sadly, for other children, summer is a time of added hunger. For families already having a hard time putting food on the table, summer is that much harder

March 2023

Experts predict that the number of American seniors may double in the next 40 – 50 years!

That includes the seniors right here in the 53 counties we serve in central and western Oklahoma. Making sure those seniors don’t go hungry is part of our mission

November 2022

Let’s join together and ramp up the fight against hunger this holiday season. Thanks to a matching gift from our generous sponsors, every $1 you give will double in impact to provide 8 nutritious meals!

August 2022

The new school year is just around the corner! Students will again be working hard to get back on track after a few difficult years. And they’ll need regular access to nutritious food to fuel their minds and bodies.

May 2022

The Summer 2022 issue is dedicated to the Regional Food Bank’s Summer Feeding Program and the children it serves.

March 2022

Oklahoma has the 10th highest rate of food insecurity in the nation for seniors. The March 2022 edition of “The Link” looks at the programs working for a better future for one of our state’s most vulnerable populations.

December 2021

As you read through this newsletter, you’ll read how your support has helped children, families and seniors throughout central and western Oklahoma — including how you made an 8-year-old boy’s simple wish come true: He just wanted a turkey for Thanksgiving.