WAKE FOREST, NC – The US Postal Service and National Association of Letter Carriers will lead America’s Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive throughout Wake Forest on Saturday, May 9, with local support from Tri-Area Ministry and the Northern Community Food Security Team (NCFST).
On that day, Wake Forest community members are encouraged to leave a bag of non-perishable food items next to their mailbox before the regular distribution of mail. Letter carriers will collect the items which will be delivered to and distributed by the Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry, 149 E. Holding Ave.
Suggested non-perishable food items include:
Canned vegetables, fruits, and proteins
Peanut butter and jelly
Pasta, rice, and boxed meals
Cereal and granola bars
Please note: Glass containers and expired foods will not be accepted.
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Wake Forest’s participation in our nation’s largest one day food drive carries special meaning this year as many families in our area and beyond are bracing for rising food prices, cuts to SNAP benefits, and increased challenges in putting meals on the table. Donations collected in Wake Forest will stay in Wake Forest – directly supporting local families served by Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry.
Together, Wake Forest can show that when our community comes together, hunger doesn’t stand a chance. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/StampOutHungerWF or email Community Outreach Manager Andrew Brown at abrown@wakeforestnc.gov.
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