“Hungry for summer” doesn't mean the same thing for all children in the Concord area. While summer means a break from school, it also means missing meals for many local children. These children rely on free-or-reduced lunch (and breakfast) programs at school as part of their daily nutrition plan. When school is out, these meals may not be available.
On July 10, the Capital Region Food Program will distribute more than 2.5 tons of non-perishable food to 17 area food pantries, social service agencies and church groups in the greater Concord area, as part of their Year-Round Distribution Project. This program provides food to these organizations each month, at no cost. Outreach in June, July and August is critical to support local children and their families, when school is out.
“The Capital Region Food Program is grateful for our community's ongoing support,” states John M. Greabe, chair. “Their generosity allows us to continue serving those in need.”
As part of the Year-Round Distribution Project, the Capital Region Food Program purchases and donates non-perishable items such as canned fruit and vegetables, peanut butter, breakfast cereal, pasta, and soups 11 times annually to over 30 local agencies. Every dollar donated to the organization buys food.
To learn how to organize a food drive, to donate and to volunteer and to find a list of partner agencies supported by their efforts, visit capitalregionfoodprogram.org.
