November 2021 Nonprofit Spotlight: MANNA FoodBank

The founders of MANNA FoodBank had a clear vision: that the people of Western North Carolina can go to work or look for work, go to school, play, worship, and sleep without the burden of hunger. Since MANNA’s first food distribution in 1983, this has been the focus of their daily work. Their mission is to involve, educate, and unite people in the work of ending hunger in Western North Carolina, and their vision is a hunger-free WNC.  

There are many ways to help MANNA's mission. You can donate money through their website - this is the best way to get the most bang for your buck to help feed folks in need. You can also drop off food - right now, there are donation bins at Rabbit Rabbit in downtown Asheville as proceeds from the trees purchased for their Winter Tree Carnival support MANNA. So you can go see the Firefly tree we made in support of the cause, AND drop off some of their most needed food items. You can also volunteer to help sort and pack food donations - this is a great activity to do with your family, friends or co-workers.