In the ongoing battle against hunger in Berks and Schuylkill counties, Capital Blue Cross has emerged as a powerful ally. The insurance company has recently stepped forward with generous donations to two local non-profit organizations, Hope Rescue Mission and Helping Harvest, in an effort to combat food insecurity in the area.
Picture this: Capital Blue Cross has swooped in with a staggering donation of $10,000 to Helping Harvest, a fresh food bank serving the two counties. As if that wasn’t enough, they have also handed over $5,000 to Hope Rescue Mission in Reading. Not surprisingly, officials from both organizations are overjoyed with the incredible support pouring in.
The impact of Capital Blue Cross’s contributions will be felt far and wide, as they go towards funding Hope Rescue Mission’s Healthy Meals/Healthy Lives programme and Helping Harvest’s Weekender programme. These initiatives are instrumental in providing nourishing meals and essential food items to those in dire need within the community.
Susan Hubley, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility at Capital Blue Cross, has shed light on the staggering fact that nearly 1.8 million Pennsylvanians are grappling with food insecurity, with a significant cluster of them residing in Berks and Schuylkill counties. These donations mark a pivotal step towards alleviating hunger in the region.
The Healthy Meals/Healthy Lives programme has been a lifeline for hundreds of individuals struggling to put food on the table, providing them with three wholesome meals a day. This not only addresses the immediate need for nourishment but also strives to promote overall health and well-being among those facing food insecurity.
On the other end, Helping Harvest’s Weekender programme zeroes in on battling childhood hunger by supplying essential food items to children from food-insecure households. These children receive a bag filled with vital foods to tide them over the weekend when they don’t have access to school breakfasts and lunches. It’s an admirable initiative that supports over 4,000 schoolchildren every week.
Jay Worrall, the president of Helping Harvest, has magnified the importance of feeding children during their formative years. He has emphasized that the Weekender Programme plays a pivotal role in ensuring that these children have enough to eat over the weekend, enabling them to return to school on Monday ready to learn and grow.
Meanwhile, Robert Turchi, CEO of Hope Rescue Mission, has expressed deep gratitude towards Capital Blue Cross for their unwavering support. The organization provides shelter, clothing, meals, and supportive services to over 265 individuals, including men, women, and children who are among the most vulnerable members of the community. The generous donation from Capital Blue Cross is a beacon of hope that will help sustain this vital support.
The compassionate efforts of Capital Blue Cross are nothing short of heartwarming. Through their contributions, they are making a tangible difference in the lives of those facing food insecurity in Berks and Schuylkill counties. This is a prime example of how local businesses can unite to champion important causes, and we can only hope to see more companies follow suit in the future.
