The 15th Aurora Holiday Food Drive this year was the most successful ever in food and money donated to the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry.
“We put out a call to action, asking for help from our community, and people responded with kindness and generosity,” said Shannon Cameron, food pantry executive director. “The groceries and funds donated last month will ensure that no one is turned away from the pantry and that the holidays will be a bit brighter for thousands of our neighbors.”
This fall, the pantry saw a 91% increase in families seeking food assistance, compared to the same time last year. More than 1,000 families rely on the pantry every single week to provide basic, life-sustaining nutrition.This year, in addition to purchasing bags of groceries at local grocery stores, people were able to donate a virtual $15 bag of groceries online. It was an idea from Dan Dolan, creator of the food drive and an organizer for all 15 years.
“As an alternative to purchasing groceries to be donated, his concept prompted people to donate $15 through the pantry’s website … and it worked beautifully,” said Katie Arko, senior development director for the food pantry. “Our community has truly listened to our pleas for help due to the increased need and the response is absolutely heartwarming.”
The Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry is still collecting donations throughout the holiday season as they expect to continue to see a rise in the need for their services. Donations can be made by visiting the pantry’s website atFood drive sponsors are Dolan & Murphy Team of Caton Commercial, 95.9 The River, The Beacon-News, Aurora Fast Print, Douglas Carpet One, Gerald Subaru of Naperville, AC’s Pub, Jake’s Incorporated and Aurora Sunrise Rotary.
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