Food Banks by Numbers

Operational statistics and data analysis from our comprehensive food bank database

Updated: December 15, 2025

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Food Banks by State

State Food Banks % of Total Actions

Service Types

78%

Food Pantries

Emergency food boxes for home use

14%

Soup Kitchens

Hot prepared meals on-site

8%

Other Services

Shelters, mobile pantries, delivery

Operating Hours Analysis

Most Common Operating Days
Monday42%
Tuesday48%
Wednesday51%
Thursday46%
Friday38%
Saturday22%
Sunday8%
Peak Operating Hours
  • Most common opening time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Most common closing time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Average hours per week: 12-16 hours
  • Evening hours (after 5 PM): 18% of food banks
  • Weekend availability: 24% of food banks

Geographic Coverage

Urban Areas

58%

Food banks in cities over 50,000

Suburban

24%

Food banks in suburban communities

Rural Areas

18%

Food banks in rural communities

Database Growth

Our database continues to grow as we add new food banks and update existing information.

Recent Activity
  • Last 30 days: 47 new food banks added
  • Last 90 days: 156 food banks updated
  • User submissions: 89 pending verification
  • Data accuracy: Verified within 6 months
Coverage Goals
  • Target: Comprehensive coverage of all 50 states
  • Priority regions: Appalachia, rural South
  • Verification: Contact information checked quarterly
  • Community input: Accepting submissions daily

Data Quality & Accuracy

We are committed to maintaining the most accurate and up-to-date food bank information available.

94%

Verified Contact Info

87%

Current Hours Listed

91%

Accurate Addresses

100%

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