Richard Ryden

Feed America First is a faith-based, 501(c)(3) hunger relief organization dedicated to supporting neighbors in need, particularly in small towns and rural areas. The private company is based in Franklin, TN. The organization receives bulk food donations from manufacturers and distribution centers, which are divided and distributed by volunteers each month to approximately 150 partner agencies, including food pantries and shelters, helping to feed around 40,000 families monthly with over 1,000,000 pounds of food. Feed America First encourages community involvement through volunteer opportunities, events, and fundraising campaigns, and provides resources such as volunteer sign-up, donation management, newsletters, FAQs, staff and board information, financials, and news stories. Vicki B. Escarra has been the CEO of the company since 2006.