The Region of Durham and area municipalities announced they have collectively raised food and funds equivalent to 17,867 pounds of food (or 48,894 meals) for Feed the Need and local food banks – the result of a month-long food drive.
Hunger is an important issue that affects residents from across the region. With the devastation of the pandemic still causing pressures on the cost of living, more people are using food banks and related services than ever before, said a statement.
Food and monetary donations were made by residents, community organizations, businesses, and municipal staff who showed an outpouring of generosity to fight local hunger. All donations will be leveraged by Feed the Need in Durham and other area food banks to support local families in need.