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Jason Stephany is the director of strategic communications for Oregon Food Bank.
Glen Curado is the founder and CEO of World Harvest Food Bank in Los Angeles, California.
Maggi Massad-Paradeis is a marketing and communications manager at Houston Food Bank.
Ive been really surprised by how generous and resilient Americans are.
He estimates that the organization has increased its distribution by up to 70 percent in four months.
This expansion is being accomplished despite pandemic-related constraints.
While it may feel more satisfying to contribute hard goods (e.g.
(Not that the first wave gives the impression of going anywhere anytime soon.)
These are benefits that people are entitled to as tax-paying members of society.
If you are personally struggling with food insecurity, know that help is there for you.
Stephany recommends Googling your local food bank and utilizing their resources for guidance from there.
In fact, all expressed gratitude and awe for the amount of support theyve received in recent months.
Says Curado: Ive been really surprised by how generous and resilient Americans are.
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