Make a Change – support food banks

Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 31st is Hunger Awareness Day.

According to the national report HungerCount 2010, Food bank use reached record levels in 2010. Nearly 870,000 people relied on the assistance of a food bank in order to have enough to eat.

Food banks throughout Huron County provide assistance to many, but their work relies on you. This year you can make a chance – big or small – that can impact the issue of hunger in our county and in our country.

CHANGE how you SUPPORT your food bank:

Do you know what to donate to a food bank? Many of our local food banks have the capacity to accept fresh and frozen produce and meats. Think beyond the traditional soups and peanut butter – would you like to eat like that all the time?

For a list of suggested items, please visit this handy listing of what types of items are needed at our local food banks.

Financial donations are always welcome – this allows the food banks to provide coupons for milk, eggs and other perishable items.

Or show your support by volunteering at your local food bank!

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