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An outcome evaluation of a food bank program
N Cotugna1, C E Vickery, M Glick
1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Delaware, Newark 19716-3301.
Journal of the American Dietetic Association
|August 1, 1994
Summary
This study introduces a new method to evaluate food bank impact beyond food distributed. It assesses nutritional contributions, showing how donations can meet daily serving recommendations for thousands, highlighting areas for improvement.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Public Health
- Nonprofit Management
Background:
- Nonprofit organizations, like the Food Bank of Delaware, are crucial for societal well-being.
- Measuring the impact of food donations beyond quantity is essential for transparency and effectiveness.
- Existing metrics often focus on food volume, not nutritional value or reach.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and implement an outcome evaluation method for food banks.
- To measure the nutritional impact of food distributed by the Food Bank of Delaware.
- To demonstrate the value of contributions to donors and the public.
Main Methods:
- An inventory of food items distributed over one month was analyzed.
- Food items were assessed based on the US Department of Agriculture's Food Guide Pyramid guidelines.
- Calculations determined the number of individuals who could receive minimum daily servings from the distributed food.
Main Results:
- The Bread, Cereal, Rice, and Pasta Group constituted the largest portion of distributed food.
- This group's items could potentially meet recommended daily servings for over 6,000 people.
- The Milk, Yogurt, and Cheese Group represented the smallest proportion of distributed food.
Conclusions:
- Outcome evaluations can quantify the nutritional impact of food bank programs.
- This method demonstrates the qualitative and quantitative use of donations to stakeholders.
- Findings can inform nutrition education and menu planning for distributing organizations.
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