The Atlanta Community Food Bank has been awarded the highest rating for strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency by Charity Navigator, America's largest independent charity evaluator.

For six consecutive years, Charity Navigator has awarded the Food Bank a ranking of four stars out of a possible four, demonstrating strict adherence to good governance and fiscal responsibility. Only four percent of the charities rated by Charity Navigator have received at least six consecutive, four-star evaluations, indicating that the Food Bank exceeds industry standards and outperforms most other charities in America.

"It's important our donors trust that we're using their donations wisely to accomplish the Food Bank's mission to end hunger," said Kyle Waide, President and CEO of Atlanta Community Food Bank. "Our 4-star Charity Navigator rating demonstrates to our supporters our good governance and financial accountability."

Charity Navigator provides essential information that gives donors greater confidence in the charitable choices they support.

"Atlanta Community Food Bank's exceptional 4-star rating sets it apart from its peers and demonstrates its trustworthiness to the public," according to Michael Thatcher, President & CEO of Charity Navigator. "Based on its 4-star rating, people can trust that their donations are going to a financially responsible and ethical charity when they decide to support Atlanta Community Food Bank."