WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – The Men and Women United for Youth and Families held their 3rd Annual Bridging the Gap event on Saturday.
It took place at Bladen Community College and discussed problems and solutions in the food industry.
Over 70,000 people in our area fall into the category of food insecurity.
That’s why farmers like George Clark provide his local produce to nonprofits like Men and Women United.
“These food initiatives and incentives and USADA programs have allowed us to provide food not only to these food pantries but also to some of the nonprofit organizations,” says Clark.
Men and Women United feel as though they can bridge the gap between farmers and the community.
“It is important to have community involvement if we are going to tackle these problems of food insecurity,” says Randolph Keaton with the organization.
The breakout session talked about some of the many programs they offer.
Not only did this event help the community, but it informed Farmers who need help to continue serving the population.
“We know that the farmers have been hit hard with the heat, the ice, and the cold. So we just wanted to see what they need help with to help grow their produce,” says Kimberly Howell with the organization.
Farmers are taking away vital information.
“When we are working on a limited income to get equipment for farm use, it is difficult. So when we find out about surplus programs or option programs where farms or veterans get priority, it’s a blessing,” says Cheribeth Thomas, who helps on a farm.
Clark is ready to put those resources to use for the upcoming season.
“Strawberry season is upon us. In the spring, cabbage is something we would plant right here between now and April 1, ” says Clark.
He will also use the produce grown to partner with Men and Women United.
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