CHARLOTTE, N.C. — With a sagging economy and inflation impacting rent, utilities, and gas, many people having trouble just staying afloat.
The reality is that food insecurity in Mecklenburg County continues to be a real issue. With Thanksgiving about two weeks away, there are families in need.
"Thanksgiving is the one holiday that revolves entirely around food," Tina Postel, CEO of Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays, said.
That’s why food programs like Loaves and Fishes friendship trays are so important.
On Wednesday, volunteers will load their cars with Thanksgiving turkeys to deliver directly to the homes of clients through the Loaves & Fishes grocery home delivery program.
Turkeys will also be delivered for distribution to partner food pantries.
“What we are experiencing now is almost back to pandemic levels..there are so many people because of rising food costs..that can't buy food to put on their tables," Postel said.
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