News release from the Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana:
60 Navy Recruits to Volunteer at Community Harvest Food Bank
(March 21, 2016) – Community Harvest Food Bank hosted a group of 60 Navy Recruits at its 999 E Tillman Road location on Wednesday, March 23, 2016. These Recruits gathered together at Community Harvest to honor and serve both their flag and their community. Dedicated service men and women provided a service vital to the successful operation of our various food distribution programs.
This service event coincides with a historical time in Community Harvest Food Bank’s history. On April 4th, 2016, Hope for Heroes, a new Community Harvest Food Bank program, will begin under the direction of Carmen Griffith, President, and John Wolf, CEO. This program will provide three months of food assistance to veterans in need, along with their families. Community Harvest Food Bank is thankful for the service of our armed forces and is proud to assist these men and women.
About Community Harvest Food Bank
Established in 1983, Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana, Inc. feeds 21,100 people every week. Last year, the CHFB distributed nearly 13 million pounds of food to more than 90,000 unique individuals. Matt Bell serves as Board Chair, Carmen Griffith serves as the President, and John Wolf serves at the Chief Executive Officer. Community Harvest is one of 202 regional food banks in the United States; there are 11 regional food banks in Indiana. Community Harvest feeds hungry people in the nine counties of northeast Indiana.
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