Rising Diesel Costs Create Financial Strain for Virginia Nonprofits
What happened
Rising diesel prices are creating financial challenges for local nonprofits in Virginia that rely on trucks to deliver food and supplies. Diesel fuel is averaging about $6.52 per gallon nationwide, which is nearly double the $3.68 average from the same time last year. Mark O’Brien, Director of Operations for Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, noted the impact of these higher prices.
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Why it matters
The higher transportation costs are forcing nonprofits to make difficult financial decisions. For example, Gleaning for the World has had to slow down and decline some donations because of the increased cost of transporting goods.
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Who's involved
- Mark O’BrienDirector of Operations for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank
- Blue Ridge Area Food BankNonprofit organization operating within Virginia
- VirginiaState where the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank operates
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Blue Ridge Area Food BankSpeculative
Could face increased operational costs for its delivery fleet due to rising diesel prices.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank program utilizes local markets in the city and state funding to inform expansion goals.Sub-event
Mark O’Brien is the Director of Operations for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, which operates in Virginia.1 source
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The entities involved
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Mark O’Brien
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Blue Ridge Area Food Bank
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Virginia
state of the United States of America