Delaware Does More -- Again!

SUMMER-LONG PROGRAM TO RAISE FOOD AND FUNDS TAPS INTO VEGETABLE GROWING SEASON

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A massive statewide collaboration has begun to raise one million pounds of fresh produce and donated food, and $150,000 to assist struggling Delawareans with the costs of shelter and utilities.

Delaware Does More – Growing Food and Funds for Neighbors in Need was kicked off on April 30, 2009 and will continue until October 1, 2009.

To collect one million pounds of food, the focus is on fresh produce, gleaned crops, and rescued restaurant food. Delaware Does More is encouraging gardeners to plant an extra row of vegetables in their garden, farmers to allow Food Bank volunteers to glean their fields, and restaurant and food service professionals to allow the Food Bank to pick up their leftover prepared food.

The Food Bank of Delaware will make these donations available to food pantries in all three counties.

Monetary donations to Delaware Does More will assist those who are struggling to meet their shelter or utility needs. Participating social service agencies throughout the state will use these donations to give one-time monetary gifts for immediate expenses including rent, mortgage, or utility costs.

To meet its goals, Delaware Does More is partnering with the Delaware Department of Agriculture, 4H, Future Farmers of America, the University of Delaware, the Delaware Restaurant Association, the agribusiness community, the faith-based community, and many other organizations, businesses, and community groups.

To donate food or run a food drive, contact the Food Bank of Delaware at (302) 292-1305 ext. 211.

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