MANNA Foodbank unites WNC businesses to combat food insecurity

MANNA FoodBank will hold the “Pack to Give Back” event from 3-6 p.m. Thursday, June 6, at the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center Expo Building in Fletcher.  

“Pack to Give Back” is a premiere event that calls on corporations and businesses to unite with the shared goal of getting food to neighbors across WNC during a time of unprecedented need, the nonprofit announced in a news release.

“This crucial gathering highlights the importance of corporate social responsibility, team building and networking, all while addressing the growing food insecurity issues in our region,” according to the news statement.   

“We are thrilled to see the business community come together for the “Pack to Give Back” event,” said Claire Neal, CEO at MANNA FoodBank. “Every packed box and team contribution underscores their commitment to aiding over 160,000 of our neighbors across WNC who without our support would not know where their next meal is coming from. We are deeply grateful for all who are participating and for our incredible sponsors who are determined to help during a time when we are serving more people than ever before in our 40-year history.”