News & Updates from Elk Grove Food Bank Services
|
|
July 2020 eNewsletter from Elk Grove Food Bank Services
|
|
Dear Friends:
This has been a truly extraordinary and unprecedented time at the Elk Grove Food Bank Services. In my 15 years with the organization, we have never been so busy.
The pandemic hit our community hard! With so many people losing their jobs, our community is facing record levels of hunger and demand for food. Our senior population was perhaps the most affected and the most at-risk population. And sadly, the number of seniors facing hunger in Elk Grove is on the rise.
New client registration has increased by 600%. which equates to triple the number of new individuals in need compared to this time last year.
The challenge has been how to ensure we have the resources to meet the demand while keeping our staff,
v
olunteers, and clients safe. It means a lot of procedures have been modified and changed. As we progress down the path of whatever the future holds, we are committed more than ever to feed the hungry and provide support services in the Elk Grove Region and South County. The economic impact is certainly going to last through this year and well into 2021. The crisis has underscored the need to expand our capacity and serve more people, especially seniors, children, and disabled. Stay tuned for more details on a long-awaited new facility for the Food Bank.
I am eternally grateful to my dedicated staff and our volunteers who rolled up their sleeves, made many sacrifices, and have done whatever it takes to get through this crisis. I've never been more inspired by their collective strength, compassion, and spirit. Hundreds of people have donated or volunteered to help us meet the need and fulfill our mission. Our city is full of people who really care! I cannot thank you enough for your tremendous unwavering support. All of us at the Food Bank are deeply grateful, especially those we serve.
With profound gratitude,
Marie Jachino
Executive Director
|
|
16th Annual Run 4 Hunger (and you don't even have to run!)
|
|
Are you looking for a fun way to help the Elk Grove Food Bank AND get a beautiful shirt to show your support? Register now for the 16th Annual Run 4 Hunger! Because it's VIRTUAL, you can run, walk, or sit on the couch to participate. Each participant will receive a shirt, medal, and commemorative bib. The Run 4 Hunger is one of our primary fundraisers each year - please help by registering for this virtual run - and share with your family members, friends, and neighbors.
|
|
Use the promo code DRIVE to receive $5 off registration
|
|
THANK YOU
to our wonderful sponsors who have stood by us as we maneuvered from an in-person event to a virtual event.
We simply cannot say "Thank You" enough
for your continued support.
|
|
Did You Know?
COVID-19 has turned everyone's lives upside down! The requests for assistance have never been greater. The Elk Grove Food Bank is struggling as we have lost three major food drives and two major fundraisers. Every dollar and every can of food is appreciated. For those who are interested in helping us fill the need, a list of our most-needed food supplies in included here.
All food donations should be non-perishable items and before the "USE BY" date. These can be dropped off at our warehouse at 9820 Dino Drive, Suite 140, Elk Grove, any time Mondays through Fridays from 9 am to 3 pm, and on Saturdays between 9 am and noon.
|
|
- Peanut butter
- Canned tuna
- Canned chicken
- Cereal
- Macaroni and cheese
- Beans - canned or dry
- Pasta
- Pasta / spaghetti sauce
|
|
- Canned chili
- Packaged rice
- Boxed mashed potatoes
- Canned fruit
- Canned vegetables
- 100% juice
- Soup (low sodium varieties)
- Ensure
|
|
JULY 18, 2020
Kiwanis 20/20 Food Drive
JULY 31, 2020
Last day to register for the 16th Annual (Virtual) Run 4 Hunger
SAVE THE DATE! - SEPTEMBER 11, 2021
Harvest of Hope
|
|
Three Hunger Heroes Give Back
One impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the loss of our senior volunteers who have always selflessly given of their time but now face increased risk. But we are fortunate to have three volunteers who remain "on the job," and they are a critical component of our operation in so many ways. They have knowledge, experience, and extreme dedication. Joe Guerrero, 79, spends five days a week volunteering at the Food Bank and has for the past seven years. Jeanie Coppola, 80, has been volunteering at the Food Bank two days a week for 12 years, and Bob Guernsey, 72, has volunteered two days a week for the past five years. Together they have a combined 24 years of volunteer experience at Elk Grove Food Bank Services! The only one way to describe the "Three Amigos" is AMAZING! Thank you, Joe, Jeanie, and Bob for giving countless hours of assistance and helping hands to the Food Bank.
|
|
“Volunteers are the only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this nation’s compassion, unselfish caring, patience, and just plain loving one another.”
~Erma Bombeck
If you have a few hours a day, a week, a month - the Food Bank always has a place where you can help. Call 916.685.8453 or email us at
|
|
John Driebe, Terry Essary, Cale Wood, and Matt Wood, representing the 15 dealers that make up the
Elk Grove Auto Mall
, presented Executive Director Marie Jachino and Elk Grove Food Bank Board of Directors member, Suman Singha, with a very generous donation. We are grateful to the Auto Mall dealers for their continued support and commitment to ensure important resources are available to those in need in our community.
|
|
We are disappointed to cancel this year's Harvest of Hope, but already planing for next year! Save the date for what promises to be a magical evening. Our Harvest of Hope 2021 is set for September 11, 2021. Plan now to join us as we honor and pay tribute to our
Fire, Law Enforcement, and Military
on the 20th anniversary of 9/11.
And thank you to David Garibaldi,
who has already agreed to join us next year.
We hope you will too!
|
|
Elk Grove Food Bank Operating Hours
Mondays through Fridays: 10 am to 3 pm
Saturdays: 9 am to Noon (Warehouse only)
Elk Grove Food Bank Services
9820 Dino Drive, Suite 140
Elk Grove, CA 95624
916.685.8453
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
