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ShopRite Partners In Caring Donates 30 Tons Of Turkeys Annual Thanksgiving donation to aid food banks in 5-state region served by ShopRite stores Elizabeth, NJ (November 2006) – ShopRite Partners In Caring is carrying on a holiday tradition that dates back to the very first Thanksgiving, 285 years ago: neighbors sharing with neighbors. The program that helps fight hunger in communities is donating 30 tons of turkeys to food banks and other charities throughout New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware and Pennsylvania. ShopRite trucks will make the first delivery of turkeys to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey in Hillside on Wednesday, November 15th. Turkeys will be distributed to through the food bank network in time for Thanksgiving. "Hunger is a year-round problem for many of our neighbors in the communities we serve, and ShopRite Partners In Caring works to help them throughout the year," said Karen Meleta, spokeswoman for ShopRite Partners In Caring. "But the holidays are especially tough for those experiencing difficulties in their lives, and being able to help them enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner is something all of us at ShopRite are thankful for." According to America’s Second Harvest, more than 25 million Americans, including nine million children and three million seniors, receive emergency food assistance each year; nearly 70% are unsure of where their next meal will come from and 33% report being completely without a source of food. Kathleen DiChiara, executive director of the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, said the need for food support is greater than ever this year. "We anticipate a very high demand for assistance this coming holiday season, and have been working to secure additional contributions to make sure we’re able to meet the rising need," DiChiara said. "ShopRite Partners In Caring’s generous donation is a major part of our ability to help those who are relying on our support." |
