From the desk of Catherine D’Amato: Spring for Meals

When you have to choose between paying for food and paying your rent, you probably can’t afford to eat fresh fruits and vegetables frequently, if at all. Unfortunately, this is the reality for 1 in 10 people struggling with hunger in Eastern Massachusetts.

Medical research shows that those suffering from hunger and food insecurity are at high risk for diet-related conditions such as hypertension and diabetes. Because most of our clients rely on us for food on a regular basis, we know the food we provide likely impacts their health.

That’s why GBFB is committed to distributing high quality, nutritious food that helps those we serve maintain a healthy diet.

This growing season, you can help ensure our coolers are fully stocked with fresh fruits and vegetables by donating to our inaugural Spring for Meals Campaign. To help us meet our $1 million goal, go to gbfb.org/springformeals.

I thank you for your ongoing support. Together, we can end hunger here.

Catherine D’Amato, President and CEO