NEIGHBORS AFFECTED BY HURRICANE MILTON AND OTHER HARDSHIPS WILL BE PROVIDED 520,000 HEALTHY MEALS

Treasure Coast Food Bank held its annual ‘Pack the House’ event in late October, rallying the community to pack 15,000 holiday meal boxes for neighbors who are struggling financially. Over the two-day event, 1,000 volunteers helped raise $65,000 — equivalent to 520,000 meals — and assembled 500 disaster relief kits, which went to those affected by Hurricane Milton. 

“In the two weeks following the storm we have distributed nearly two million pounds of food and served thousands of hot meals,” said Judith Cruz, president and CEO of Treasure Coast Food Bank. “This would not be possible without the tremendous support of our partners and volunteers. Together, we are making a real impact in the lives of our neighbors.”

The rising cost of food and essential items, along with the devastation from Hurricane Milton, has put increased strain on families already facing financial hardship this year. To support the community, Treasure Coast Food Bank is hosting expanded mobile distributions. 

Those in the community are being asked to make a difference with a financial donation or by volunteering their time. Frozen turkeys are also being accepted at the Food Bank’s headquarters at 401 Angle Road in Fort Pierce, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“Our mission is to ensure everyone on the Treasure Coast can enjoy a holiday meal, regardless of the challenges they may face,” said Cruz. “In the lead-up to Thanksgiving, we will distribute holiday meals through our 300 partner agencies and our mobile distributions to reach families with the resources they need for their own special holiday meals.”

 

You support Treasure Coast families by visiting stophunger.org/beyondthetable to contribute or learn about volunteer opportunities.

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Nov. 21, 2024