Summer Hunger
When kids are out of school for the summer, there are many families who struggle even more to put food on the table. Moneey feels the pinch, but is grateful for ACFB partner agencies like The Study Hall, Inc. which hosts a summer camp where her kids receive healthy meals in a nurturing environment. Read her story.
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Hunger Fact
1.1 Million
This school year, according to the Georgia Department of Education, some 1.1 million children were enrolled to receive free and reduced price meals. Now that these kids are on summer break, many parents are faced with the task of feeding their families without that support. To find summer meals, families can text FOODGA to 877-877 from June 1 to August 15, 2015.
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#ACFBTweetup
Come out and support the Food Bank on June 23 from 6:30-8:00 as ACFB and the Atlanta Food Bloggers Society host a "Summer Hunger" tweet-up and fundraiser at The Original El Taco. Enjoy light bites, and a special cocktail for purchase with proceeds benefiting ACFB. Guests are encouraged to bring canned goods to receive raffle tickets for prizes. Join us!
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Simple Abundance
We’ve got two great Simple Abundance classes this month sure to please your palate! First up, on Monday, June 8, Chef Eric Roberts of The Iberian Pig will bridge old Spanish flavors and new culinary techniques for some delicious dishes. Next, on Monday, June 15, Chef Matt Marcus joins Simple Abundance to demonstrate a typical bistro meal from his restaurant, Portofino. 100% of ticket proceeds benefit ACFB!
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30 Years of Blessings
Long time volunteer Kent Leslie comes every Friday and rides along with one of our truck drivers. In a recent blog, she shared why she has volunteered for so long and the blessings that it brings her. Read more.
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Panda Express
Grabbing a quick bite to eat? On June 8, each plate purchased at any Panda Express will generate a $1.20 donation toward Feeding America and its member food banks. All proceeds will be matched dollar for dollar by the founders of Panda Restaurant Group up to a total donation of $1 million. Atlanta locations will benefit ACFB.
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IKEA
From June 1-30, IKEA will donate $1 to Feeding America for every healthy kids' meal purchased in IKEA Restaurants across the U.S. Additionally, customers will have the opportunity to donate at the checkouts located in the IKEA Restaurant, Bistro and exit. IKEA will also match the final customer contributions, up to $50,000! Atlanta locations will benefit ACFB. Learn more.
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Fresh Market Days
The Georgia Food Oasis’ Produce Market is back this summer! Join us rain or shine at 9 a.m. every Saturday at 678 Joseph E. Boone Blvd. N.W., Atlanta, for some fresh, delicious, locally grown food. Cash, credit/debit and EBT/SNAP accepted. If you are a SNAP (food stamp) recipient, you can also double your dollars! For more information, contact Jason at market.manager@acfb.org.
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