Capital Area Food Bank is a nonprofit organization dedicated to combating hunger and its root causes in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. They distribute millions of meals annually through a network of hundreds of partner agencies, including food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters. Founded in 1980, the organization also focuses on addressing the underlying issues of food insecurity by providing nutrition education, job training, and advocacy. Revenue is generated through donations, grants, and partnerships with corporations and government entities.