our impact
We offer vital support to individuals and families experiencing hunger. Through an extensive network of food pantries and meal programs and our dedicated efforts, we provide millions of nutritious meals across Central and Eastern Kentucky every year.
We have significantly impacted food insecurity through our Strategic Plan. This framework focuses on food security, financial stewardship, and organizational sustainability and growth. With 500+ partner programs and initiatives such as the School Pantry and Backpack programs, we are working together to reduce hunger and promote food security in our 50-county service area.

FOOD SECURITY
In fiscal year 2025, we distributed more than 46.6 million pounds of food, providing more than 38.8 million meals. Through Commodity Supplemental Food Program — the second largest food bank-supported program in the country — we serve nearly 14,500 seniors monthly.
51042266
pounds of food distributed in FY2025
42535222
meals distributed in FY2025
We support more than 500 food pantries and meal programs, serving as a backbone organization to ensure efficient distribution and support services. We have also extended our reach to underserved communities through programs like the Lexington Mobile Market, the Mobile Pantry, and the BackPack Program.
500
+
partner food pantries and meal programs
55237
meals and snacks provided through summer feeding in FY2025
We raise public awareness of food insecurity, assist with SNAP applications, help with Medicaid applications, and engage in advocacy to protect federal hunger safety net programs and child nutrition policies. Our community activation and mobilization efforts have also built partnerships to mobilize public support for hunger relief programs. Public-Private Partnership is critical for the hunger safety net to work.
569
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program applications submitted in FY2025
96108
pounds of food distributed through the school pantry program in FY2025
ORGANIZATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY & GROWTH
We strive to foster a positive and efficient environment that attracts, develops, and retains talent. This type of environment enhances team member satisfaction, productivity, and long-term commitment, ultimately driving organizational success.
FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
We have evolved and expanded fundraising and administrative functions to meet the expanding demands for food assistance. In fiscal year 2025, we raised $8.75 million dollars and had a 95.3% efficiency rate.
95.3
% Efficiency Rate
6
$1 = 6 Meals
31655
volunteer hours used in FY2025
38653
households served through the
Fayette County Pantry Program
How you
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