The United Way of Bucks County’s hunger-fighting event had a fundraising goal of $110,000. In the end, Bucks Knocks Out Hunger raised $133,260.
Bucks Knocks Out Hunger didn’t just raise funds last month. The event collected thousands of pounds of food that was sent to local food pantries.
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The county-wide charity event secured enough donations to unlock an additional $25,000 donation from Bucks Countians Simon and Jane Hallett.
“We are so grateful to all of our generous donors who helped us reach this goal,” said Timothy Philpot, director of health and financial stability at United Way of Bucks County. “Because of them, we’ll be able to provide ongoing support to food pantries in Bucks County and keep our Fresh Connect program going strong.”
Bucks Knocks Out Hunger helps fight food insecurity throughout the county. One of the focuses is bringing healthy foods, including produce that is grown locally, to local residents.
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Organizers said the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the need in Bucks County.
Editor’s Note: Publisher Tom Sofield is a member of the United Way of Bucks County Board of Directors.
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