2025 FNYS MEMBER SUMMIT

June 9, 10 & 11, 2025
Albany, NY
Hilton Albany – Albany, NY

For more information contact:  
Steffani Williams
swilliams@feedingnys.org
518-807-1725

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About the Summit

Feeding New York State supplements the work of the 10 regional food banks through our three key pillars: Advocacy, Food Sourcing, and Food Recovery. This year’s Member Summit is a space for food bank professionals to connect, learn from one another and strengthen collaboration across the state.

Who Should Attend? Anyone working in or connected to:

    • Advocacy – shaping policy, community engagement, or government relations
    • Food Sourcing – procurement, partnerships, or logistics
    • Food Recovery – reducing waste, redistribution, or sustainability efforts

Even if you don’t work directly in these areas, every role in a food bank contributes to this work. This Summit is for all of us and it takes every department to build a stronger, more resilient hunger relief system. Bringing our New York State food banks together builds stronger systems and drives lasting impact.

Register today and plan to join us!

Registration Closed for the 2025 Feeding New York State Member Summit

Thank you for your interest in the 2025 Feeding New York State Member Summit, happening at the Hilton Albany, 40 Lodge Street, Albany. If you have questions or are seeking late registration, please contact Steffani Williams at swilliams@feedingnys.org or by phone at (518) 807-1725. To view the agenda, click here.

This year, we’re taking the Summit to the next level and offering even more integrated experiences! Attendees can select from a variety of workshops and sessions tailored to their interests and roles. Along with inspiring keynote speakers, the Summit will include plenty of opportunities for networking, collaboration, and a whole lot of fun.

Hotel Registration

Hotel Rooms: Our room block at the Hilton Albany (June 9–11, 2025) has officially closed, but there may still be availability. To inquire about rooms at the group rate, please contact Patricia Bishop at the Hilton Albany directly by calling (518) 427-3038.

Special Hotel Rate: $159/night

Special Parking Rate: $10 per day

Meeting Agenda

June 9: Travel & Networking

    • Travel Day & Arrival: Arrive at the hotel and check in for the Summit. This is a travel day for attendees to settle in.
    • Farm Tour: For those interested, we’ll take a bus to the Regional Food Bank’s Patroon Land Farm in Voorheesville, NY to learn about sustainable farming practices and their impact on hunger relief.
    • Happy Hour & Dinner: Enjoy a fun evening of networking, games, and conversation with colleagues at the hotel.

June 10: Keynote, Breakouts & Building Inclusion

    • Breakfast & Networking: Start the day connecting with fellow attendees.
    • Keynote Speaker: Gain valuable insights from a dynamic industry leader.
    • Creating an Inclusive Culture Training: Engage in an important session on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
    • FANO Sourcing Plans for FY 2026: Discuss sourcing strategies and priorities for the upcoming year.
    • Vendor Networking: Meet with vendors to discover innovative solutions for your food bank.
    • Breakout Sessions: Customize your experience with topics like advocacy, buying strategies, recruitment and retention, food recovery, creative projects from food banks, and more.
    • Dinner on Your Own: Enjoy dinner with your new friends at local restaurants.

June 11: Final Sessions & Awards

    • Table Topic Discussions: Join breakfast discussions on key food bank topics.
    • Hunger Champions Award Ceremony: Celebrate outstanding individuals and organizations.
    • General Sessions: Topics will include advancing food recovery efforts, strengthening partnerships with farmers and growers, and expanding procurement opportunities with Nourish NY programs and partnerships.
    • Wrap Up by Lunch: Event concludes by lunchtime for travel home.

Registration

Registration is now closed. If you have questions or are seeking late registration, please contact Steffani Williams at swilliams@feedingnys.org or by phone at (518) 807-1725.

Hotel Rooms: Our room block at the Hilton Albany has officially closed, but there may still be availability. To inquire about rooms at the group rate, please contact Patricia Bishop at the Hilton Albany (518) 427-3038.