By Samantha Retamar, Communications Coordinator
Every year, 6abc partners with Philabundance to highlight stories of food insecurity and those working to combat the issue through its Holiday Hunger Series. In years past, the series has covered a mom that started a gluten-free pantry, the ‘Senior Box’ program and Vetri’s Mobile Teaching Kitchen.
This year, 6abc tackled issues of food waste and college hunger, and also shed a light on some of Philabundance’s latest business ventures. Check out these amazing pieces that showcase the innovative ways Philabundance and its partners are trying to #beethunger.
1. Food Connect App is ready to stop hunger
Food Connect’s partnership with Philabundance allows the hunger relief organization to get back to its roots of small retail rescue.
Food Connect is an app that allows anyone to combat food waste and help those in need. Restaurants, caterers and the general public can download the app and schedule a pick up of extra food that goes to area shelters and emergency kitchens.
2. Rowan University fights hunger on campus
Rowan University recently conducted a study which found that 52% of its students identified as food insecure so it sprang into action to combat that harsh statistic. The university began partnering with Philabundance to open a free produce distribution on campus, providing fresh fruits and veggies to students and community members.
3. Philabundance offers culinary training program
Philabundance Community Kitchen’s 14-week culinary arts and job training program now offers catering! PCKatering is catering with a cause, with proceeds from orders going back to help students, graduates and those in need. Click here to view the menu and place your order today!
4. Local farmers upcycle excess milk into artisan cheese to benefit those in need
Abundantly Good is Philabundance’s new retail food brand with a triple bottom line of helping people, planet and profit. Not only does the brand provide a revenue stream for dairy farmers, it also provides high quality cheese for people in need AND reduces our carbon footprint. Click here to learn more and find a retailer near you.
