REESE’S SENIOR BOWL PLAYERS PARTNER WITH FEEDING THE GULF COAST TO FEED 250 FAMILIES IN NEED
(January 29, 2021) – Mobile, AL On January 29, as part of Reese's Senior Bowl Community Day, players from the National and American teams volunteered at a Feeding the Gulf Coast distribution hosted at Hancock Whitney Stadium at the University of South Alabama that served 250 families in need.
“In Mobile County, one in five individuals struggles with food insecurity. That includes one in three children,” says Michael Ledger, President and CEO of Feeding the Gulf Coast. “The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the issue of hunger across the nation and specifically in our Gulf Coast region. Partnerships like this one create a tremendous opportunity for us to help meet the increase in need in our communities.”
Reese’s presented a $10,000 donation to Feeding the Gulf Coast during a check presentation in support of the organization’s hunger relief efforts. “We are grateful for the ongoing partnership with Reese’s Senior Bowl and the significant impact of their philanthropic commitment to our local community, This generous donation will provide 50,000 meals for individuals and families facing hunger in our community,” Cyndy Baggett, Feeding the Gulf Coast Vice President of Development and Marketing.
For individuals and families experiencing hunger, we encourage them to use the "Find Help" feature available on our website at www.feedingthegulfcoast.org. Individuals can also call our office at (888) 704-FOOD and our staff can help connect those seeking assistance with distribution partners closest to them. During this time of uncertainty and crisis, Feeding the Gulf Coast remains dedicated to serving the community. Working with community partners, the food bank will continue to be an organization of hope and support for families facing hunger.
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For interviews or images, please contact Amanda Young, Marketing & Communications Manager
(251) 653-1617 ext. 144 | ayoung@feedingthegulfcoast.org
(Photo credit: Feeding The Gulf Coast)