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Madison Edwards

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Food banks are vital in helping fight food insecurity, but they often face challenges in providing high-quality food due to limited resources, fluctuating demand, and logistical issues. Thornton et al. (2024) highlight these struggles, especially the difficulty sourcing diverse and nutritious food. This study aims to fill a gap by exploring how small food banks can improve food aid delivery by working together through inter-organizational networks. While most research focuses on the operations of individual food banks, less attention is given to the benefits of collaboration between organizations. By comparing food banks participating in these networks and interviewing managers and network coordinators, this research will explore how these partnerships help food banks meet community needs. It also explores how food banks improve food quality, and operate more efficiently. The goal is understanding how these networks can lead to higher service quality and greater community satisfaction. Ultimately, this study could provide valuable insights to improve food aid systems, guide policy changes, and spark future research. The goal is to help build a more effective and responsive approach to tackling food insecurity.

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Auburn University / Harbert College of Business / 2025

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Madison Edwards