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AGENCY RELATIONS NEWSLETTER
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Important Reminder to Agencies
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Register for the All Agencies Conference on August 19 & 20
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We are proud to announce that this year's conference will be held at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank’s distribution center in the City of Industry. Take advantage of this informative and fun event! Register now to secure your attendance. We will host duplicate workshops on two separate days. Register for one day only. Please click on the buttons below to view the conference workshops and to register.
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Update for TEFAP Agencies
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Submission of Sign-In Sheets
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Your agency may be asked to submit EFA-7 (sign-in) forms as part of an audit. Please ensure that your agency provides the EFA-7 forms as requested. Failure to do so may result in your agency’s account being placed on HOLD, until the EFA-7 forms have been received. Agencies will be asked to submit the EFA-7 forms periodically, not monthly, for auditing purposes.
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TEFAP forms and posters have recently been updated. If your agency needs new posters or forms, please visit the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank’s website HERE or contact a member of Agency Relations.
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Summer is here, and temperatures are on the rise. As the temperature increases, the chances of developing Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke also increase. Watch for signs and symptoms in yourself and others. Pay special attention to small children and older adults, as they are at higher risk of developing heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Please see the resource below that can be helpful at your agency site when training staff or volunteers about the identification and prevention of heat-related illnesses.
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When paired with fresh veggies or whole grain crackers, this white bean dip is loaded with fiber, protein and iron.
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Follow this delicious White Bean Dip recipe to help you reach your daily health goals.
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Food, Nutrition and Healthy Tips
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Learn how to influence healthier choices at your next distribution by “nudging” your customers using these helpful tips.
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- Place fruits and vegetables at the front of your distribution line.
- Make healthy foods easy to reach by placing them at eye level while ultra-processed products are on lower shelves or “by request” only.
- Provide multiple opportunities for fresh produce by priming clients, offering samples in your waiting room.
- Upgrade your display infrastructure by swapping out cardboard boxes for baskets or wood crates, or invest in larger produce displays.
- Use tablecloths to add color to your distribution. Pick through any produce that isn’t in a condition you would want to eat, to further dignify your distribution.
- Give the impression of abundance by bringing produce to the front of a table or cooler throughout distribution. Consolidate produce when stocks are running low.
- Highlight produce and other healthy choices through signage.
- Bundle foods to provide easy meal ideas or promote unfamiliar foods.
- Set up a healthy ideas table with recipes for unfamiliar and common foods available at your distribution. Check out EatFresh.org for tasty, budget-friendly recipes!
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Please note that we will continue to bring in various donated items in addition to the TEFAP items listed on Agency Express. To encourage the use of these items, our Nutrition Service Team has created these handouts that you may provide to your neighbors along with these items when ordered.
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Fun Fact: Did you know that Ferrero SpA, the maker of Nutella and Ferrero Rocher, uses 25% of the global supply of hazelnuts?
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- Rich in antioxidants, such as vitamin E, which studies suggest protects against cellular damage related to cancer.
- They reduce LDL cholesterol, decreasing the risk of heart disease.
- They contain phenolic compounds that reduce inflammation.
- A source of omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- Packed with key nutrients like vitamin E, thiamine, magnesium, copper,potassium, and zinc.
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- It’s best to freeze or refrigerate them.
- They maintain their quality for up to a year in the refrigerator or up to 2 years when frozen.
- Fresh ones in their shells last two months in the refrigerator or 2 to 3 months when frozen.
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Storage Simple Ways to Use:
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- Incorporate chopped hazelnuts into baked goods such as bread, muffins, cookies and cakes.
- Use as a topping on salads and soups to give an extra crunch and texture to your meal.
- Add to pancake batter with bananas and blueberries for a nutty/fruity taste.
- Add to a smoothie as a topping for extra crunch and protein intake.
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Updates for LA Regional Food Bank Agency Partners
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Below are policy updates from the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank’s policy team on recent state and federal anti-hunger legislation and programs. For more information, please contact our policy staff:
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Agency Agreement Reminders
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All Food Bank agencies have signed an agreement detailing their responsibilities while participating in Food Bank programs. Below is a highlight of policies that must be adhered to by all our agency partners. Otherwise, your account may be placed on hold until the concern is resolved.
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Insurance Documents
To obtain and enforce a liability insurance policy naming the Food Bank as an additional insured. To execute and deliver to the Food Bank any liability releases that the Food Bank may require.
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Food Safety Certifications
Food pantries must have at least one agency representative certified as a California Food Handler. Pantries must provide a copy of the California Food Handler certificate to the Food Bank.
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Warehouse Policies Reminder
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Professional & Receptive to Instructions
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When visiting the Food Bank's distribution centers, we kindly request that all agency representatives adhere to the warehouse policies which includes refraining from sorting food items while on-site.
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- Treat all clients, volunteers, staff, and Food Bank representatives in a professional manner in demeanor, language, and actions.
- You must adhere to all instructions from LARFB Team members.
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Please see below a list of additional warehouse policies that must be adhered to while conducting business at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
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Civil Rights Training (TEFAP Participants Only)
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Civil Rights Training is mandatory training for all staff of volunteers at TEFAP Sites who interact with participants. The Food Bank Agency Relations Team offers this training monthly.
RSVP by sending an email to mcarreon@lafoodbank.org.
The 1st Wednesday of each month
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/mrs-vjhy-zvv
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Do you need a refresher course or have new team members who would benefit from learning about online ordering, agency shopping, monthly reporting, or food distribution policies? Please ask all your staff or long-standing volunteers to attend the next virtual Food Bank 101 training!
RSVP by sending an email to aperez@lafoodbank.org.
Friday, 7/12/24 at 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 7/31/24 at 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/cyj-gjcd-gbn
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Refresher for Online Ordering and Monthly Reporting
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This refresher training reviews the fundamentals of monthly reporting and online ordering. If you need assistance with your reports, you are welcome to join us in this session to ask any questions you may need answered regarding your reports.
RSVP by sending an email to aperez@lafoodbank.org
Tuesday, 7/16/24 at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/cyj-gjcd-gbn
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July 2024 Agency of the Month
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It is a pleasure to announce that Midnight Mission is the July 2024 agency of the month! It has been an outstanding partnership for more than 40 years. Their dedication to the people of Los Angeles' downtown districts is commendable.
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Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
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1734 East 41st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058 | (323) 234-3030
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