AKRON, Ohio — This is peak season for food banks across the nation, and right here in Ohio.
The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank has a “holiday campaign” underway, encouraging people to learn more about how to support efforts to feed families in need through a variety of activities.
The organization has two pickup locations (in Akron and Canton), and serves eight counties: Carroll, Holmes, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas, and Wayne.
The Foodbank reports that food donations are down by 27%, yet its pantry network is experiencing a 14% increase in people served, including many “new” families who have not previously relied on a food program..
The holiday campaign runs through Dec. 31.
Raven Gayheart, a spokesperson for the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, discussed hunger relief with Spectrum News, explaining the ongoing challenge of meeting the increased demand for food assistance.
Click on the video box above for the full interview.
