The East Hartford Hunger Action Team promoted an event which emphasized Healthy Nutrition for Parents and Kids which was held on July 30th at Summerfield Townhouses in East Hartford. In addition to a BBQ Lunch sponsored by Sodexo, as part of the Summer Meal program, the event also included information from FirstChoice of CT, WIC, Greater Hartford Legal Aid, End Hunger CT!, University ofSt. Joseph’s SNAP Ed Nutrition Program, Adult Education, and Child Plan. Over 350 meals were served and funding for the parent meals was through a grant provided by End Hunger CT! The lunch included grilled hamburgers and hot dogs on whole wheat buns, as well as corn on the cobb, apples, and fresh watermelon.
The Mobile Foodshare truck arrived after lunch and volunteers helped to distribute fresh produce including peaches, oranges, red peppers, grape tomatoes, apples, mangos, potatoes and bread to 309 people.
Does your town have a Hunger Action Team? Would you like to get involved or start one in your community? Contact Jim or Bea at Foodshare to learn more.
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