Fargo Food Bank Launches Initiative to Secure Essential New Distribution Facility

FARGO, N.D. – The Great Plains Food Bank is leading a promising effort to reduce hunger in North Dakota. They aim to create a new food recovery and distribution center that will benefit the whole state.

“This is a fantastic chance for public and private organizations to join forces and say, ‘Let’s invest in ending hunger in our state,’” said Melissa Sobolik, the CEO of Great Plains Food Bank.

The food bank already collaborates with around 200 food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters spread across every county in North Dakota.

The building project is estimated to cost about $30 million, with the food bank seeking one-third of that amount from the state legislature.

Sobolik believes this new facility will create lasting change. “We expect this one-time investment will help us tackle hunger for the next 40 to 50 years,” she said.

The facility will provide additional space for storing food, allowing the bank to serve more people in need. “With this, we’ll bring in more food and distribute more to those who need it most,” Sobolik added.

While the proposal still needs to go through the House and Senate, Sobolik is hopeful for strong support to make this vision a reality.

Every year, the food bank assists over 145,000 children and seniors in North Dakota.