LEE COUNTY, Fla. -- Publix kicked off Hunger Action Month with a $150,000 donation to the Harry Chapin Food Bank.
The money will be used for a new refrigerated truck at the food bank’s Fort Myers distribution center. Publix Super Markets Charities presented the check Wednesday.
The USDA says 1 in 8 people struggle with hunger in our country, including more than 9 million people in the southeast, where Publix has stores.
“We know when…plates are full, children can learn and grow. When plates are full, we can live more productive lives. In short, when plates are full, people can reach their full potential,” says a Publix representative.
Harry Chapin serves communities in Collier, Charlotte, Glades, Hendry, and Lee counties.
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