The need for cold storage is not often the first thought when thinking about food pantries. But it’s just as important as shelves to store dry goods.
That’s why Fulfill, the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, recently announced its Freeze Out Hunger Campaign, a comprehensive fundraising initiative that will support key initiatives, including the expansion of Fulfill’s Neptune Warehouse – including the addition of a 12,000-square feet of cold storage space.
The expansion of the current 43,000-square-foot warehouse will enable to Fulfill to store more protein, produce and dairy items.
Fulfill CEO Triada Stampas said this expansion is critical for Fulfill to enhance its capacity to provide 14 million meals annually to local residents facing food insecurity.
Stampas said the need is greater than ever.
“More than 100,000 of our Monmouth and Ocean County neighbors are relying on Fulfill for the food on their tables – a historic high,” she said. “Our 23-year-old warehouse was simply not built for that, especially as we focus on providing the nutritious protein, produce and dairy items our neighbors facing hunger find the least affordable at the grocery store.
“Expanding the warehouse will enhance our ability to supply better food and support to our pantry partners in the ongoing fight to end hunger.” The campaign was announced during the organization’s recent 40th Anniversary Gala, which raised more than $500,000.
The organization, of course, will have a continual need for contributions. If you want to help, click here.
