Food Bank America Tackles Food Insecurity
Member of the Foreign Press had the opportunity to visit Food Bank’s 90,000 sq. ft warehouse and speak with some of its top leadership executives about the organization, how they function, what they do and the current issues in New York City with food insecurity.
By Oyiza Adaba
SPEAKERS: Zac Hall, Senior Vice President, Programs at Food Bank For New York City; Carmen Boon, Vice President, Public Affairs at Food Bank For New York City; Zanita Tisdale, Vice President of Agency and Organizational Impact, Food Bank For New York City.
Food Bank For New York City Warehouse
Inside Food Bank’s massive 90,000 sq. ft warehouse in The Bronx, New York.
Thanksgiving in the United States is an occasion to mark with reflection, gratitude and giving back to community and that often takes the form of collecting canned goods, donating warm coats and volunteering. This press engagement is an opportunity to learn about Food Bank For New York City’s mission of empowering New Yorkers to achieve food security. Currently, there are more than 1.3 million food-insecure New Yorkers living in the city. The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for many, but for over 1.3 million New Yorkers, it can also bring heightened financial strain. This year, Food Bank’s goal is to provide 40 million meals to its neighbors facing food insecurity, ensuring they can enjoy the warmth and comfort of the holidays without the added worry of where their next meal will come from.
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