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Each Fall, I embark on my "Fundraising Frenzy" to support a local organization, matching donations along the way. This year, I am dedicated to Camella's Cupboard Food Pantry for Children, a local organization that focuses on providing Food for Kids. E̲v̲e̲r̲y̲ ̲s̲t̲o̲r̲y̲ ̲i̲s̲ ̲u̲n̲i̲q̲u̲e̲,̲ ̲a̲n̲d̲ ̲f̲o̲r̲ ̲k̲i̲d̲s̲ ̲f̲a̲c̲i̲n̲g̲ ̲f̲o̲o̲d̲ ̲i̲n̲s̲e̲c̲u̲r̲i̲t̲i̲e̲s̲,̲ 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝘂𝗹𝘁. Camella's Cupboard Food Pantry for Children is a remarkable local initiative, sending over 500 families in the area 60 lbs of fresh food, necessities, and more each week. The need is clear - kids are going hungry. Shockingly, 1 in 6 kids in CT experience food insecurity, but since 2018, Camella's Cupboard has been making a difference. It's all about the kids. If you would like to support this cause, there are several ways to help or donate! 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐡𝐭𝐭𝐩𝐬://𝐛𝐢𝐭.𝐥𝐲/𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐂𝐮𝐩𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲. Just think if everyone I know donates $25, WOW - what a difference. https://lnkd.in/eAtanXva

Help Fight Summer Hunger! As summer approaches, many families struggle to find nutritious food when school meal programs are unavailable. 🔴 Why This Matters: Over 1 billion meals are thrown away each year due to confusing date labels. By supporting clearer food date labeling, we can reduce waste and provide meals during critical moments. Our Commitment: Move For Hunger has delivered over 39 million meals by rescuing surplus food and partnering with moving companies, real estate professionals, and supporters like you. Get Involved: 1️⃣ Sign the Petition ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gdv8UfzW 2️⃣ Spread the Word: Share this message with your network. 3️⃣ Donate: Just $1 provides 3 meals ➡️ https://vist.ly/3a26c

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Got $25? You've got power. 💪 Power to turn that into $450 for food charities using our Tackle Hunger programs. Let's use our power for good. Text “Tackle” to 26989 to use your power! #TackleHunger #GiveBack #PowerfulPrograms #PowerOfGiving

Give a gift that truly nourishes this holiday season. This #SeasonOfGiving with KPMG, consider donating appreciated stock to Move For Hunger. Your generosity can help provide vital meals to families in need while potentially maximizing your tax benefits. Here's why donating stock to Move For Hunger is a win-win: ✅ Help fight hunger: Your contribution will directly support Move For Hunger's mission to deliver meals to those facing food insecurity. ✅ Maximize your impact: Stock donations often allow you to avoid capital gains taxes, making your gift go even further. ✅ Make a lasting difference: Your support will help Move For Hunger continue providing critical food assistance for years to come. Donating stock is simple and secure. To learn more about donating stock, reach out to our Director of Development, Jennifer Bushinger-Ortiz Together, we can make a difference this holiday season. #MoveForHunger #FoodInsecurity #CharitableGiving #ImpactInvesting #TaxBenefits

Food donations are lowest in summer months, just when families need additional food to feed children who are home on summer break. Without the schools’ free or reduced-cost breakfasts and lunches, our families struggle more in summer months to provide full, nutritious meals for their children. Last month, we were short over 1,000 items for our June distribution. As we prepare for July and August distributions, we anticipate even larger collection shortages. While our donations are at their lowest, the need in our community is at its highest. Currently, over 2,500 individuals (663 families) in Chapel Hill and Carrboro rely on our monthly Food for Families distributions, including 1,450 children. Can you help us fill the gap in donations with a financial gift? 30 can help us bridge the gap for 2 families. $60 will ensure full bags for 4 families. $100 means 7 families will receive all food categories for every summer food distribution. Donate at https://lnkd.in/gMnikK-e. 

The more access to resources that struggling kids have, the more likely they are to stick it out and stay in school and eventually graduate, get a GED or go to college. This was a driving force for our Kitsap Chapter’s “Weekend Food Bags” program. While many unaccompanied, homeless or at-risk students receive a free lunch during the week through state and federal programs, they often do without on the weekend. Through a partnership model with four regional school districts and the local community college, and funding via donations, Kitsap provides each month: –1400+ food packs to 400+ young hands who need them. Each pack contains three meals, snacks, juice box, treat and napkin/utensil. – 6,200 individual snacks and easy-entrees (Cup Noodle Soups/microwavable Mac & Cheese cups) to counselors and teachers to support another 300-350 youth who don't qualify for government-subsidized meals but are still experiencing hunger. A small, key volunteer crew, led by Executive Director Margaret Rodriguez and Assistant Chapter Director Felicia Hord, helps store, assemble and deliver the much-appreciated packs across their sprawling, rural area in Western Washington. We love the impact they’re making to reduce food insecurity and break the cycle of students dropping out of school. But as Felicia shares, “So many more hands we need, so much more we could be doing.” Read about our Kitsap Chapter here: https://buff.ly/4afwCxK #StandUpInAction #Kitsap #KitsapCounty #FoodInsecurity #EndHunger #FoodRescue #Hope #Donation #CycleOfHope

Watch the video tour of the P.A.C.K. facility! Recently, we had an incredible PACK the Van event at the Isle of Hope, where we got an exclusive tour of the P.A.C.K. warehouse and distribution center, guided by Malena Stone herself! The organization and beauty she has infused into this space are truly breathtaking. For those who appreciate an impeccably organized environment (yes, fellow OCD friends, I'm talking to you!), this place is a dream. The bag-packing area operates with unparalleled efficiency – a model of streamlined operations crucial for packing over 4,300 weekly bags for kids. With 1 in 3 children in Southeast Georgia facing food insecurity, the impact of this efficiency cannot be overstated. Malena explained there are another 2000 kids on the waiting list for these food bags! But there's more to the warehouse than just efficiency; the shop area, thoughtfully designed by Malena, creates an experience akin to shopping in a high-end store for the kids. This beautiful, clean, and welcoming space is where children can select clothes and supplies that would otherwise be unaffordable for them. Additionally, it's here that 'emergency bags' are prepared for kids in urgent need, often with nothing but the clothes on their backs. These emergency bags, akin to overnight bags, are equipped with a change of clothes and essential items to support the children for a day or two.   Words can not do justice to how impressive this place is – you have to see it for yourself. Check out our video for a full tour, and prepare to be amazed! In light of recent budget cuts, they desperately need the support!! (our ingenious politicians have cut 70% of their budget) P.A.C.K. needs our support more than ever to continue their vital work. Every donation makes a difference in combating child hunger in our community. Click the link below to donate NOW, and help us keep making a positive impact! Donate Here → https://bit.ly/PACKTheVAN   #PACKSavannah #CommunityImpact #VolunteeringJoy"