Each year, the members of the DFWHHRA select a local charity to support as part of our community outreach program.  At the February 2010 meeting, the members selected the North Texas Food Bank.  The Board of Directors has set a goal to raise $1000 for our charity this year.

The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is a nonprofit hunger relief organization that distributes donated, purchased and prepared foods through a network of 1,146 feeding programs in 13 North Texas counties. The NTFB supports the nutritional needs of children, families and seniors through education, advocacy and strategic partnerships. Close the Gap is the NTFB’s 3-year initiative to unite the community to narrow the food gap by providing access to 50 million meals annually by 2011.

Founded in 1982, the NTFB is a member of Feeding America (feedingamerica.org). *Last year, the NTFB provided access to 37 million meals through its efforts. Each month agency pantries distribute food to more than 53,000 families and on-site meal programs serve 435,000 meals/snacks.

Every dollar donated to the NTFB provides four meals for the hungry. Out of every dollar donated, 94 cents goes directly to hunger relief programs.

Donations from members are collected at each meeting.  If you have any suggestions for future fundraising events or would like to make a separate donation, please contact one of our board members.

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