Turning passion into action
Hollis refers to herself as a “world-class procrastinator”, but she wastes no time when she volunteers at The Food Bank!
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Thanks for supporting Give Ozarks 2021
And the total raised during Give Ozarks is…
Fight Hunger. Spark Change.
Walmart and Sam’s Club stores are supporting Feeding America food banks across the nation through the annual Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign from April 5-May 3.
Creating sustainable change in Dent County
Shepherd’s Nook Food Pantry has served families facing hunger in Dent County for 20 years. The community-based project is supported by multiple churches and businesses in the area, and everyone involved is passionate about creating sustainable change.
Working hard for hunger relief
When Kenny arrives at Ozarks Food Harvest for his volunteer shifts every week, he’s ready to get to work. Kenny is diligent, thorough and focused as he sorts and packs food for families facing hunger in our volunteer center.
Give Ozarks Day Returns March 24
Many of our friends and neighbors are still working hard to recover from the financial impacts of COVID-19, and thousands of people in southwest Missouri aren’t sure where their next meal will come from.
Encouraging families in Licking
Volunteers at the United Community Help Center have been helping and encouraging people in Licking for many years. The food pantry serves about 120 families each month with USDA food provided by Ozarks Food Harvest, and they also provide emergency food assistance as needed. The organization also houses a thrift store.
The power of planned giving
The gift of a long-term commitment to Ozarks Food Harvest is an excellent way to express your support for hunger-relief efforts in the Ozarks. There are so many ways to make a planned gift, and doing so will help leave your legacy and ensure the mission of The Food Bank is secure.
Creating change together
Each year, more than 260,000 people receive food assistance through The Food Bank. But that number grew significantly in 2020.
Give hope all year long
In 2020, thousands of donors stepped up to support The Food Bank. Individuals showed their support by making donations, hosting fundraisers, collecting nonperishable food and volunteering with us throughout the year.