At the core of EFN’s family of programs is a set of resources designed to provide member agencies with easy and affordable access to the food and infrastructure resources they need to serve their clients today and into the future.
These resources include free food, bulk purchasing, free and subsidized delivery, information technology and training.
Free Food
All food donated to EFN is available to member food shelves for free. EFN does not charge food shelves to access this food.
In 2010, EFN received various in-kind donations from individuals, organizations and corporations. These items were distributed free of charge to partner agencies.
Value of Free Food Distributed in FY2010 = $1,871,844
Value of In-kind Product Distributed in FY2010 = $667,809.
Bulk Purchasing
Partner agencies are given the opportunity to supplement donated food by purchasing over 70 nutritious food staples, culturally specific items and hygience products at 40 to 50% below retail cost.
Value of Bulk-Purchasing Product Distributed in FY201 = $431,870
Delivery Service
Partner agencies who order a minimum of 350 lbs. of food through EFN bulk purchasing program receive free delivery with their order.
Value of Delivery Services Provided in FY2010 = $642,000
Technology
Clientbase is a database built and supported by EFN. Partner agencies utilize this service to record, track and report food shelf usage by customers.
Value of Information Technology Provided in FY2010 = $54,040
Becoming A Partner
Email our field operations department to receive a partnership application.