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As summer draws to a close and the harvest season is in full force, I hope this letter finds you well. I’m excited to share with you the latest annual report from the Farm to Food Bank Program. F2FB is an initiative increasing access to local, fresh, nutritious food for County residents who are challenged by hunger. The program also serves to build the capacity of our local producers committed to sustainability and strengthen our food system.
In FY23, its fourth year, F2FB purchased over 114,000 pounds of fresh, local produce and invested $125,000 in capacity-building grants. This not only supports our local agricultural community but also ensures that we can provide the best possible food to those in need. I encourage you to take a moment to explore the full report for more details.
Programs like F2FB are possible because of community partnerships and support. I want to extend my gratitude to our amazing community as Manna continues to experience high levels of participation right now. Read below about how too many neighbors are standing at the edge of a “hunger cliff” Your support, whether through volunteering, donations, or organizing food drives, is absolutely critical in these trying times. Thank you for standing with us as we work to ensure that no one in Montgomery County goes hungry.
Despite the challenges, there is time and space for joy and fun! Save the Date for November 11th. It's going to be a special day for us as we celebrate Manna's 40th birthday! We've been serving the Montgomery County community for four decades; our 40th birthday party will be open to the entire community and promises to be a day of food and fun for the whole family. Click here to see a longer look back on our history and journey over the last 40 years.
Below you will see other exciting updates and calendar items. I hope to see you soon to thank you in person for being part of Manna’s past, present, and future!
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