MISSOULA, Mont. - The Montana Food Bank Network (MBFN) had to adapt quickly as they distributed 7 million more pounds of food in 2020 than they did in 2019. They were able to pivot and keep up with the need because of community support. Montana Albertsons and Safeways especially stepped up, donating $234,101 in 2020.
Leidy Wagener, corporate and foundation relations manager with Montana Food Bank Network, said their support goes beyond the money. They also just have a great team, Wagener said. The in-store donations are really driven by their team members really advocating for the nonprofits that people are eligible to donate to. It was more than just financial support; it was just the support for the cause overall and their passion for ending hunger.
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Montana Food Bank Network’s The Taste goes virtual for 2021
February 27, 2021
Montana Food Bank Network’s The Taste goes virtual for 2021
The Taste is an evening dedicated to bringing people together to celebrate local food, drink, and relationships while helping Montana Food Bank Network (MFBN) raise $70,000 for Montana’s families. Brought to you by First Security Bank, Albertsons, BlueCross BlueShield of Montana, and KPAX, his year’s Taste event will be virtual on March 5 at 6:30 pm. The virtual event will feature a cooking competition between three Missoula chefs, as well as information and stories about Montana Food Bank Network. Tickets and information about the chefs can be found on MFBN’s Website at
Missoula’s ‘The Taste’ Goes Virtual for 2021 The Taste started a few years back as a fundraiser for the Montana Food Bank Network while promoting local restaurants and breweries. It was a fun way to get together with friends out at Neptune Aviation to taste new foods and beers for a great cause. The Taste became so successful, that it raised $70,000 for Montana families. The event is virtual this year, and from what we can tell, the organizers have done a beautiful job with adjusting to the new normal.
This year, The Taste will showcase food, friends, and locally owned businesses with a Passport event, which will take place from Monday, February 22nd to Friday, March 5th. This timeline will allow guests to go out and taste all of the yummy delights local vendors have to offer. For the event’s entertainment, they will be putting on a cooking competition called The Taste Presents - Chefs Against Hunger, where 3 local chefs will compete. Plus, the silent auction and Spoo