The Patrick County Community Food Bank received $3,500 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger. The Nourishing our Neighbors grant supports community feeding partners by helping neighbors increase their access to nutritious food, nutritional education and resources to help them get back on their feet.
The funds received will assist in purchasing food furthering the food bank’s mission in combating food insecurity in our community.
The Patrick County Community Food Bank is fortunate to have the support of so many volunteers and donors who are dedicated in ensuring our neighbors have access to nutritious food county-wide, from our building in Stuart to our satellite locations in Ararat and Meadows of Dan.
The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation is committed to supporting families facing food insecurity across Food Lion’s 10-state footprint. Established in 2001, the Foundation provides financial support for programs and organizations dedicated to feeding local neighbors in the communities it serves. Since its inception, the Foundation has awarded more than $25 million in grant funding to help nourish communities with fresh food.
“Founded in 2006, the Patrick County Community Food Bank, a 501 c (3), is the leading hunger-relief organization in the Patrick County. Our mission is to end hunger by providing nutritious food, educational resources, and advocacy for those in need. Through a dedicated network of partner service agencies, volunteers, donors and religious organizations we distribute food monthly to children, families, and seniors across the county. We believe that access to healthy food is a fundamental human right. Learn more or find out how to get involved by calling 276-694-6300 or on our Facebook page, Patrick Co Food Bank.”
