It happens at the start of every new year – contributions to the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) drop off compared to the end of the preceding year.
“Food donations after the [2023] holiday season dropped by 43.74 percent,” the organization said in a recent note to supporters.
That’s a challenge for the social-safety-net agency, as 40 percent of the 80,000 pounds of food that is distributed to those in need each week is donated from food drives and grocery-store donations.
As a result, the call has gone out for support.
“Items like low-sodium soups, vegetables and proteins (tuna, salmon, chicken, beans) will keep our families eating warm and heart-healthy meals throughout the winter months,” AFAC officials said.
For information on ways to support the organization, see the Website at www.afac.org.
