Over the next week I am working with some very amazing individuals to create positive change in the community by hosting a food drive to benefit residents of Ferguson,MO.
Why a Food Drive Focused on Ferguson? The economic impact of recent events in Ferguson will trickle down to dinner tables for months to come – impacting families who live, work, learn, shop, and receive services in Ferguson and neighboring communities.
In fragile communities, one unexpected event can destabilize everyday life. Existing food insecurity is exacerbated by the disruption in services – business closures and reduced hours that result in lower paychecks; school closures that preclude students from receiving free & reduced breakfast and lunch; and reduced access to travel to purchase groceries. Operation Food Search has been serving these communities for over 30 years and will assure that donations are distributed responsibly and where the need is greatest. While most attention is on Ferguson, the need is affecting others as well and Operation Food Search is paying close attention to this ripple effect.
http://createthegood.org/toolkit/organize-food-drive
