Fresh Food Express: Brewing Up Community Support

Devils Backbone Brewing Company has partnered with the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to launch the Fresh Food Express van, aimed at expanding access to nutritious food for families in need. This refrigerated van represents more than just transportation – it’s a lifeline for underserved communities throughout our Blue Ridge region.

“Born and bred in the Blue Ridge Mountains, supporting our local communities is at the heart of what we do at Devils Backbone,” said Megan Tuttle, general manager of Devils Backbone. This authentic commitment to community perfectly embodies the values that make Nelson 151 special.

The Impact That Matters

The Fresh Food Express van will help the Food Bank deliver fresh produce to underserved communities and smaller food pantries, contributing to its goal of distributing over 33 million pounds of food by the end of the fiscal year on June 30. When we think about the families who will benefit from fresh, healthy food delivered right to their communities, we’re reminded that true partnership means showing up for neighbors in meaningful ways.

As your guides to this incredible craft beverage trail, we see firsthand how our producers care about more than just creating exceptional drinks. Devils Backbone’s partnership with the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank demonstrates the authentic community spirit that makes Nelson 151 not just a destination, but a home for businesses that genuinely care about the people who live and work in these mountains.

Why This Matters to Nelson 151 Visitors

When you visit Devils Backbone as part of your Nelson 151 experience, you’re supporting more than just award-winning craft beer. You’re contributing to a business that reinvests in the community that makes our trail possible. “We are honored to support our longtime partner with the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank in this important effort to ensure fresh, healthy food reaches our neighbors throughout the area,” reflects the kind of authentic partnership that defines our trail.

This isn’t Devils Backbone’s first community initiative – they’ve consistently supported local causes, demonstrating the kind of long-term community commitment that makes Nelson 151 producers’ true partners rather than just individual businesses. Their dedication to addressing food insecurity shows how craft beverage excellence and community stewardship go hand in hand.

The Bigger Picture

“We are thrilled to introduce the Fresh Food Express van and extend our mission of providing fresh, healthy food to areas that need it most,” said Michael McKee, CEO of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. This collaboration represents exactly what we mean when we talk about being authentic and trustworthy guides to our community.
When visitors ask us what makes Nelson 151 special, we talk about our 15 award-winning producers within 15 miles, our Blue Ridge Mountain setting, and our incredible variety of craft beverages. But stories like Devils Backbone’s Fresh Food Express partnership remind us that the real magic happens when businesses become true community stewards.

Experience the Difference

The next time you visit Devils Backbone during your Nelson 151 adventure, take a moment to appreciate that you’re supporting a business that understands its responsibility to the community. Whether you’re enjoying their flagship Vienna Lager, seasonal specialties, or exploring their extensive craft beer selection, you’re contributing to a company that believes in giving back.

This is what authentic community partnership looks like – using success to lift up neighbors and address real needs. As your trusted guides to Nelson 151, we’re proud to showcase producers like Devils Backbone who prove that exceptional craft beverages and exceptional community citizenship go hand in hand.

Visit Devils Backbone and Experience Community-Minded Craft

Devils Backbone Brewing Company operates locations throughout Virginia, with their Nelson County facility serving as a cornerstone of our craft beverage trail. When you visit, you’ll experience not just award-winning beer, but the warm hospitality of a business that truly cares about its community.

Ready to taste the difference that community commitment makes? Visit nelson151.com to plan your experience at Devils Backbone and discover why our producers’ dedication to both craft excellence and community impact makes Nelson 151 Virginia’s most meaningful beverage trail.

Because great craft beverages taste even better when they come from businesses that care about their neighbors.