VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Residents of Hampton Roads lined up to receive free food Tuesday morning at the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater in Virginia Beach.
It’s organized by the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore.
According to Foodbank leaders, volunteers from the USS Iwo Jima, GrowSmart Virginia Beach, Avalon Bay, Panera Bread, helped. Each family received approximately 60 pounds of fresh and shelf-stable foods.
The distribution event was from 9 a.m–1 p.m. on Tuesday; however, the line was opened a bit early because there were so many people in line, according to David Brandt, Senior Director of Communications for the Foodbank.
Not only will there be food options, but also educational tools. Items include kindergarten readiness resources for families with children under the age of 5 as well as free children’s books.
1,612 households were served at the event, according to Brandt. This distribution was open to all Virginia Beach residents and was on a first come, first serve. Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act were used for the event.
Anyone needing additional assistance can click here to find a local food pantry. They can also call 757-627-6599.
