2016-2017 Gratitude Report

Gratitude Report
2016-2017

A YEAR IN REVIEW

As we reflect back over the past fiscal year (July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017), we are thankful
for your continued support. Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services (SFBFS) relies upon
the support of tens of thousands of volunteers, donors and community members to make
Sacramento County a better place. Thank you for sharing your ideas, your time and your
incredibly valuable resources to feed, clothe and educate the 135,000 men, women and children
who turn to SFBFS every month.

FOOD BANK SERVICES

A recent study by Feeding America shows that

food insecurity in Sacramento decreased –

something you should be extremely proud of.

As a team, we are reaching more individuals in

need and supplying them with healthier options.

Currently 240,000 food insecure individuals live

in Sacramento County. SFBFS currently reaches

only 54%, but with your help, fewer will go to

bed hungry this year. Recent accomplishments

include an improved food tracking system, Brothers receive pears, apples, potatoes and more at
grants to Partner Agencies to expand capacity, a Produce for All distribution.

installation of professional racking, inaugural conference to educate food pantries about grocery

recovery, volunteer management and safe food handling, successful unveiling of Produce for

All, impactful state-wide advocacy efforts and implementation of Grocers Feed the Hungry.

Types of Food Distributed Sources of Food

Other Produce Grocers Feed the Hungry 32.4%
non-perishables 29.5% USDA 23.7%
Farms 23%
27.6% Other wholesale companies 6.3%
Donation drives 6%
Bread and Dairy Canned Produce distributors 4.3%
pastry and fruits and Other sources 2.1%
10.8% deli vegetables Other food banks 1.3%
Meats/ 7.6% Purchased program pounds .5%
fish/ 7.4% CSFP .4%
poultry Beverages
8.1%
9%

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FAMILY SERVICES

At our Family Services campus, SFBFS saw an uptick in a variety of services
this year, including visits to Parent Education, Refugees Resettlement
Services and Immigration Legal Services. Our flexibility as a private, non-profit
organization allows us to flex to meet the need of our clients. In comparison
to our Food Bank Services, which are still undergoing growth and change to
fit into our new role as the food bank for Sacramento County, Family Services
remains strong and steady, with no need to shrink or grow without response
from the community. SFBFS’ wrap-around, education-based services make
sure that immediate needs are being met (diapers, clothing) and then focus on
the personal growth of the individual. Whether the client reaches out to SFBFS
to learn English, improve his resume, procure a new suit for a job interview, Dale Lewis receives his high school equivalency
improve her parenting style, complete the naturalization process or study for certificate.
his GED, our Family Services stand ready to serve the individual. The time
invested in each individual may seem great, but the success rate for that
person, and their family, once they secure employment, learn to speak English
employment or acclimate to life in the U.S. is extraordinary.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES

Our community’s outpouring of support and desire to volunteer broke all

records this past year. SFBFS noticed a significant increase in corporate

volunteerism, family volunteering, school service hours and general volunteer

engagement last year. SFBFS’ Volunteer Services grew from one to two A child in Youth Education explores his creative
employees to best meet the needs of orientations, volunteer groups and side with watercolor.

individual volunteer needs at both campuses. Volunteers fill a variety of roles

from sorting food to tutoring adults in GED to hanging clothing to mentoring

children and teaching English as a Second Language. Our team expanded

opportunities for anyone over the age of 10 to get involved. SFBFS now

provides volunteer opportunities during the day, evenings, weekends and even

on holidays to best meet the schedule of our outstanding volunteer force. The

value of our enormous volunteer workforce equates to 40 full-time employees.

We could not do the work in this community without you!

Longtime volunteer Pat celebrate completion of
ESL level 4 with students.

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CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES

Mahari Family - Produce for All

One local family benefiting from SFBFS’ Produce For All is the Mahari family.
Ali and his wife Abeer are new to the area and moved to Sacramento just
eight months ago. The pair are originally from Iraq and have two young
sons, Muntadher, 12, Hayder,10, a daughter, Zainab, 5 plus a little one on
the way. Ali is currently out of work due to recent leg and back surgery and is
unable to work. His wife provides in-home care for him.

When asked how he’s enjoying his new home in Sacramento, Ali humbly said, “This life is for our children. We want better
for them. It was very hard to leave our family and everything we know behind.” The children are adjusting well and even
found out about Produce for All food distributions through their school, Encina Preparatory High School. Ali shares, “This is
only the fourth time we’ve come to the distribution, but it definitely helps out now that I’m unable to work.”

“My Dad doesn’t like potatoes,” squealed little Zainab, “but I love them!” The family picked up a variety of fruits and
vegetables and expressed appreciation of the fresh abundance of healthy food they were now able to put on the table.
Produce for All provides five to seven fresh produce items at no-cost at fifteen locations throughout Sacramento Count
every month.

Glenn - Clothing

Every day, individuals have access to free clothing no matter their
circumstance. One gentleman, Glenn, has reaped the benefits of SFBFS’
Clothing Program and describes how the organization helped shape his
future and gave him hope.

“It all started on a sunny day,” Glenn recalls. “I was given an umbrella on a
sunny day. I was a beaten man. This organization gave me a reason to pick
my head back up. Tasha [SFBFS’ Clothing Program Manager] is an angel.
Her spirit was carried out through me. I couldn’t be more grateful.”

As a father to a young son, Glenn’s instincts kicked in when he noticed that a nearby crosswalk for schoolchildren was
unsafe. Deciding to do something about it, he drafted up a proposal to install a blinking lights system for the heavily
trafficked crosswalk. Then, Glenn went to the County, but not before stopping off at SFBFS’ Clothing program to pick up a
professional outfit. “I felt so confident walking in there,” remembers Glenn. “I had a plan and I was able to feel
good about presenting it because of what I was wearing.” Not long after, Glenn’s proposal became a reality. A new blinking
lights system was installed to help keep the local schoolchildren safe when crossing the busy street at Franklin and 9th
Street.
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CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES

Nancy Cano - Parent Education

While looking for help as a single parent, Nancy Cano thankfully came across
SFBFS. At the Parent Education orientation, Nancy learned about the free
classes and supplies she could now access. Nancy has two children, Joshua,
age 3, and Cielo, 6 months old. She attends as many classes as possible and as
a result of attending an education course Nancy decided to return to school and
pursue a career in medical assisting. “I’m happy that I was able to get motivated
and go back to school, I need to do it for my children,” commented Nancy.

Nancy enjoys attending classes and receiving free parenting supplies like
clothing and diapers for her children. Her favorite class is Special Nutrition for
Infants, learning a variety of dietary needs for babies as well as helping them meet daily vitamin intake. According to Nancy,
some of her favorite class topics include nutrition, safe sleep and car seat installation. Nancy is now a more confident mom
and she finds valuable information with each new class. While on her journey to self-sufficiency and financial independence,
volunteers and staff helped her family along the way. Nancy credits SFBFS’ Parent Education program for giving her
confidence to succeed in her classes. “I feel like they want me to do well and improve my family.”

Wazir - Adult Education

Wazir and his wife Sima came to Sacramento from Afghanistan where Wazir
worked for the U.S. Embassy. Because of his previous work experience, Wazir
had the opportunity to practice his English while in Afghanistan, but his wife,
Sima is brand new to the language. “When we first arrived in Sacramento, I
knew I wanted to improve my English speaking skills,” shared Wazir. “I just
wasn’t sure what was available to me.” After a few months of looking around
for opportunities to learn in his new home, a friend told him about SFBFS. “It
sounded great,” remembers Wazir. “But, I wondered how far it would be.” With
a little one to take care of, Wazir was concerned about traveling a distance and
securing childcare should he and his wife seek educational opportunities. Wazir’s fears were eliminated when he learned
that SFBFS was only five minutes away and provided free childcare for individuals enrolled in ESL classes!

Wazir looks forward to completing SFBFS’ ESL courses and using his new English language skills to help secure a good
job to provide for this family. “I’ve met so many amazing people and teachers here,” smiled Wazir. “My only complaint
about the program is that I wish the classes were longer than one hour! Then I could learn more, faster!”

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ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET

Annual Operating Revenue $2,552,215 Unearned Individual and
$1,171,901 Earned income corporate
Individual and corporate contributions $997,445 income 7%
Corporate and foundation grants $1,197,178 contributions
Government grants and contracts $522,145 8% 37%
Special events $465,275
Earned income $6,906,159 Corporate and
Unearned income foundation
TOTAL grants
17%

Annual Operation Expenses $1,598,837 Government Special
$2,054,939 grants and events
Management and fundraising $3,436,390 contracts 17%
Family Services $7,090,166
Food Bank Services 14%
TOTAL

In-Kind Donations

In addition to the financial gifts listed above, SFBFS relies on the generosity of donors to
provide in-kind gifts as well. From the suits that fill the shopping area in Job Smart Clothing to
the locally grown summer squash enjoyed by families in our community, in-kind gifts greatly
support families served by SFBFS. When factored in with cash donations, in-kind gifts help
SFBFS keep our overhead incredibly low at just 7%. Please visit our Web site for a list of most
needed in-kind items: www.sacramentofoodbank.org.

Join us on Thanksgiving Day!
Register at www.runtofeedthehungry.com

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2016-17 Impact Report

Guiding families on their journey to self-sufficiency since 1976

Food Bank Services

21,888,851 pounds 6,482,290 pounds of 18,240,709 meals
of food distributed produce distributed (approximately)

Produce for All Nourishing our Neighbors
57,155 visits 79,865 visits
328,078 pounds distributed 669,422 pounds distributed

No Student Left Hungry Commodities for the Community
52,615 visits 474,254 visits
463,214 pounds distributed 5,582,304 pounds distributed

Food for Seniors CalFresh
17,857 visits 1,606 applications completed
477,278 pounds distributed 529 approved applications

Partner Agency Network Health & Nutrition
224 Partner Agencies 302 class attendees
849,425 visits to Partner Agencies
11,329,354 pounds distributed

Family Services

Clothing Immigration Legal Services
9,920 visits to receive clothing 547 individuals served through
298,958 articles of clothing distributed consultations or representation

Adult Education Refugee Resettlement Services
7,949 visits to ESL 181 individuals resettled
3,766 visits to GED tutoring
3,059 Tech and Lab visits SMUD EnergyHELP Services
117 Citizenship and Cultural graduates 2,065 individuals served

Parent Education Youth Education
8,884 visits to parenting workshops 6,773 visits to Playcare Academy,
428 parenting classes Afterschool Academy and The
Clubhouse

Organizational Information

Financial Information
$7.6 million budget

93% programs, 7% overhead

2016 Run to Feed the Hungry Volunteer and Staff Information
29,002 participants 10,175 volunteers
$964,118 raised for program support 87,195.25 hours of volunteer service
Largest Thanksgiving run in the U.S. 84 staff members

www.sacramentofoodbank.org

MISSION DISTRIBUTION
PARTNER OF
Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services is dedicated to assisting those in need by
alleviating their immediate pain and problems and moving them toward self-sufficiency
and financial independence.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers
Chair: Patrick McClain
Treasurer: Robert Scarlett
Secretary: Linda Meyers

Directors Archie Milligan
Rob Archie David Shabazian
Barry Brundage Krista Snellin
Jeffrey Galvin Mike Stodden
Jon Hillegeist Paul Taylor
Keith Ketcher Kären Woodruff
David Krotine

2017-2018 GOALS

• Increase community awareness of all programs and services
• Improve Partner Agency capacity to reach more food insecure people
• Distribute heathier food items to improve the health of all families

Please let us know if you have any ideas on how we can best reach these goals in 2017-2018! You are
invited to take a tour of both campuses, join us for Run to Feed the Hungry and continue helping SFBFS
end hunger in Sacramento County.

Family Services campus www.sacramentofoodbank.org Food Bank Services campus
3333 Third Ave 1951 Bell Ave.

Sacramento, CA 95817 Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 456-1980 (916) 925-3240