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The term \u201cunprecedented times\u201d has become somewhat of a buzzword since last spring \u2014 but not without good reason. In this era of uncertainty, one thing remains true: Hawai‘i Foodbank is there for those who need it.<\/p>\n

But in order for the nonprofit to be a stable resource in the local community, it has to rely on donations, which is why it’s calling upon residents to show up and support its flagship fundraising event, Food Drive Day, this Saturday, Aug. 14, at various locations across O‘ahu.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe pandemic has demonstrated how fragile food security can be, but it has also shown us just how resilient the people of Hawai‘i are,\u201d states president and CEO Amy Marvin. \u201cAs families continue to get back on their feet in the wake of COVID-19, Hawai‘i Foodbank will be there to make sure they have meals on the table, and we ask the community for their k\u014dkua to ensure that no one goes hungry.\u201d<\/p>\n

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From Wai‘anae to Hawai‘i Kai and around the bend to K\u0101ne‘ohe, staffers and volunteers will be on hand at various shopping centers, churches and other locales (see page 7 for more information) between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. to accept nonperishable food items. As a safety precaution, organizers request that drivers leave their donations in the trunk to keep contact to a minimum.<\/p>\n

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Canned items that are most in need are proteins (like tuna and chicken), meals (stew, spaghetti and chili), fruits and veggies, and 2to 5-pound bags of rice.<\/p>\n

\u201cAfter a year like no other, hunger in our communities is at its highest level in almost a century,\u201d says Beverly Santos, director of food drive and events. \u201cBecause Hawai‘i’s unemployment rate remains the highest in the country, close to a quarter of a million residents continue to struggle with hunger, and that includes a growing number of k\u016bpuna and, now, nearly 1 of every 3 keiki.<\/p>\n

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\u201cEveryone’s facing food insecurity all over, so not only do we want to make sure we’re offering different locations where people can support, we also want to be visible all over the island so everyone knows we’re there to help,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n

As the islands continue to recover from the last year \u2014 and cope with current conditions \u2014 Santos says that it’s more critical than ever to help out in any way possible.
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\u201cSince the start of the pandemic, Hawai‘i Foodbank has spent over $13 million in purchasing food. (In a normal year), our annual budget is about $400,000. While we were able to purchase that amount due to donations and CARES Act funds, it’s not sustainable for us. Before the pandemic, we relied the majority on donations, so we’re trying to work back to being able to distribute food based on the donations that we receive.\u201d<\/p>\n

Those who can’t make it to a site on Saturday needn’t fret. There are plenty of other ways to get involved, including virtually (visit hawaiifoodbank.org\/virtual-food-drive), financially (hawaiifoodbank.org\/donate), or simply by advocating for the cause on social media (make sure to tag @hawaiifoodbank and use the hashtag #GiveByExample).<\/p>\n

For more information, visit hawaiifoodbank.org\/food-drive-day<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Find Pop-ups From West To Windward O\u2018ahu<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hawai\u2018i Foodbank’s upcoming Food Drive Day helps the nonprofit raise awareness, rally support, and keep its shelves stocked and ready for whatever may come. Sta\ufb00ers and volunteers will be at the following locations from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to collect nonperishable food items:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Kapolei Commons <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Koko Marina Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Mililani City Mill <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Pearl City Shopping Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Wai\u2018anae Mall Shopping Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Waiokeola Congregational Church \u2013 K\u0101hala<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Waterfront Plaza<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Windward City Shopping Center <\/strong><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Hawai\u2018i Foodbank representatives will also set up shop at farmers’ markets across O\u2018ahu, during which people can stop by to make a monetary donation, talk story and learn more about its services or purchase a limited-edition T-shirt, designed by Danny Schlag, who is the nonprofit’s director of marketing and communications.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Kaka\u2018ako Farmers Market (8 a.m.-noon)<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Kapi\u2018olani Community College Farmers Market (7:30-11 a.m.)<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 M\u0101keke Wai\u2018anae Farmers and Green Market (8 a.m.-noon)<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 McCully Shopping Center Open Market (7:30-10:30 a.m.)<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Pearlridge Farmers Market (8 a.m.-noon) <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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