Farm Share Food Drive-Thru Event to Alleviate Hunger
Published on July 19, 2024
July 19, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Diane G. Papadakos, Director of Communications
City of West Palm Beach – Mayor’s Office
(561) 822-1411 (TTY: 800-955-8771)
dpapadakos@wpb.org
Sylvia Sharps
(561) 252-5530
Sylvia.Sharps@myfloridahouse.gov
State Representative Jervonte Edmonds Partners with Local Elected Leaders for Farm Share FoodDrive-Thru Event to Alleviate Hunger
WEST PALM BEACH, FL — State Representative Jervonte Edmonds is proud to announce a collaborative effort to combat hunger and malnutrition in the community with the upcoming Farm Share Food Drive-Thru event. Scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., the event will be held at Manifest Church in West Palm Beach.
In partnership with U.S. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, County Commissioner Mack Bernard, State Senator Bobby Powell, and West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James, this initiative aims to provide fresh and nutritious food to those in need on a first-come, first-served basis.
“Everyone deserves access to healthy, nutritious meals. There are countless individuals and families who struggle with food insecurity in our community every day, and it’s collaborative efforts like this that help bring much-needed relief to those who need it most,” said Mayor Keith A. James.
Event Details:
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Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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Location: Manifest Church, 2275 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Farm Share, Inc., a well-established non-profit organization dedicated to alleviating hunger and malnutrition, will supply the food. Since its inception in 1991, Farm Share has been committed to distributing surplus food to those who need it most, ensuring no person goes hungry.
“Food insecurity is a significant issue in our community, and it is our responsibility to ensure that no family goes hungry,” said State Representative Jervonte Edmonds. “This Farm Share Food Drive-Thru event is a testament to what we can achieve when we come together to support our neighbors.”
Volunteers interested in supporting this event are encouraged to reach out via email to Sylvia Sharps at Sylvia.Sharps@myfloridahouse.gov.
“Partnering with local leaders and organizations amplifies our impact and brings much-needed resources to our community,” said U.S. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. “We are committed to addressing food insecurity and providing relief to families in Palm Beach County.”
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