MV MA 12.20.23 6 pm ET Evening Connect @KJ's Caffe

New Members are welcome and can join and guests will be treated to one free event.

At this location we ask that you purchase a meal (sandwich or salad) for $20 inclusive to support us being at this location and our Dot Sister who owns it. Arrive 30 minutes prior to mingle and grab your food order then the meeting will start promptly at 6 pm and end at 8 pm.

Speaker: Kelly Proulx on behalf of our Dream Drive Recipient 

Title: Feeding Families and Fighting Hunger: The Merrimack Valley Food Bank

Description: Do you know the difference between a food bank and a food pantry? Are you familiar with the different ways the Merrimack Valley Food Bank is fighting food insecurity? If not, you aren’t alone! Kelly will explain the role of the state’s four food banks and the programs offered by MVFB, as well as giving an update on the state of food insecurity in our region (unfortunately, it’s growing) and the ways you can get involved in the fight against hunger both during the holiday season and the rest of the year.

Takeaways: Learn the roles of food banks vs. food pantries, and what MVFB is doing in our community. Get updates on the state of food insecurity in our community. Find out how you can fight hunger in our community.