CRFD distribute food collected to help the community
Thanks to the generosity of the local community on Monday, Dec. 22, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department began distributing food collected during its Firefighters Feeding Families Campaign.
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Surge continues at local food bank as ripple effect from government shutdown continues
This time last year, the food bank served around 83,000 people during this six-week period. This year, that number has skyrocketed to around 148,000 people in that same time frame.
SC State Guard steps in at local food banks as government shutdown continues, SNAP benefits end
At Harvest Hope on Shop Road and other food banks, South Carolina’s State Guard members are helping direct traffic and distribute food to families in need.
SC State Guard to distribute food to families in need during government shutdown
The South Carolina State guard will distribute food from state food banks to assist families affected by the shutdown.
As SNAP benefits halt, local food banks say they can’t fill the gap alone
“With SNAP benefits running out, the lines are really long as you can see, people are already getting a sense of panic. And many state agencies are directing people to local food banks like Harvest Hope,” Rowe says, adding, “The need is great. But we cannot step into the place of SNAP. It’s $100 million a month.”
Midlands leaders gather at Harvest Hope symposium
Midlands leaders met Thursday, Sept. 18, to discuss the fight against hunger.
Jim Hudson Automotive Group celebrates 14 millionth meal donation
The Jim Hudson Automotive Group is celebrating its 14 millionth meal donation.
USC football player teams up with United Healthcare to help feed local seniors in need
A University of South Carolina football player is teaming up with United Healthcare to help feed local seniors in need.
Harvest Hope, Transitions Homeless Center announces partnership focused on expanding meal services for the homeless
Two organizations who assist people in need in the Midlands are joining forces.
Harvest Hope Food Bank helping people year round, not just during the holidays
For many low-income families throughout the Midlands, the Thanksgiving holiday season can be a reminder of the food insecurity they face on a daily basis. Harvest Hope Food Bank leaders say they help year round.
