New Year, Smarter Sourcing: How the Pallet Program Helps Food Banks Adjust for the Year Ahead

January is a time for reflection, planning, and recalibration. For small and medium-sized food banks, it’s also a critical moment to assess food sourcing strategies for the year ahead. Demand is steady, budgets are tight, and storage space is often limited — yet the need to serve communities remains as urgent as ever.

One of the biggest challenges smaller food banks face is access to affordable food pricing. Traditional bulk purchasing models favor organizations that can buy full truckloads and store large quantities. For many food banks, that simply isn’t realistic.

That’s where Glennon Trade’s Pallet Program comes in.

Adjusting Your Needs Without Overcommitting

The Pallet Program was created with flexibility in mind. Instead of requiring full truckload commitments, the program allows food banks to purchase food by the pallet; giving organizations the ability to order quantities that align with their actual needs.

Whether your food bank is adjusting after the holidays, preparing for seasonal fluctuations, or planning a steady distribution schedule for the year, pallet-level ordering helps you stay responsive without overspending or overstocking.

Bulk Value, Built for Smaller Food Banks

Through Glennon Trade’s extensive network of suppliers and producers, the Pallet Program unlocks discounted pricing typically reserved for larger buyers. This means small and medium-sized food banks can stretch their budgets further — turning procurement savings into more meals served.

By ordering only what fits your space and distribution plans, you can:

• Reduce food waste and spoilage

• Improve inventory management

• Maintain consistent food availability

• Plan more confidently throughout the year

A Sourcing Partner for the Year Ahead

At Glennon Trade, the Pallet Program isn’t just about sourcing food, it’s about partnership. We work alongside food banks to understand their needs, timelines, and constraints, helping them navigate procurement challenges with less stress and more stability.

As you plan for the year ahead, consider whether your current sourcing strategy is working for you or against you. With the Pallet Program, your food bank can start the year with a solution designed to adapt as your needs change.

Start the Year Strong

If you’re a small or medium-sized food bank looking for a smarter, more flexible way to source food in the new year, the Pallet Program may be the right fit.

Start the year strong. Adjust with confidence. Let Glennon Trade be your partner… one pallet at a time!