New Bern Branch of the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina

The New Bern Branch of the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina is a nonprofit organization serving five eastern North Carolina counties: Carteret, Craven, Jones, Onslow, and Pamlico. The branch opened in July 2010 and distributes millions of pounds of food annually through a network of over 80 partner agencies including food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters, addressing food insecurity for more than 62,000 people in the region. The organization also operates a community garden and works with volunteers and local businesses to expand its capacity to serve families in need.