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Kern County proclaims Hunger Action Month; CAPK highlights 22.5 million pounds distributed in 2024
Summary
The board proclaimed September 2025 as Hunger Action Month; Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) described distribution of more than 22.5 million pounds of food in 2024 and outlined volunteer and event opportunities for September.
The Kern County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday proclaimed September 2025 as Hunger Action Month and heard presentations from the Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) and the Kern County Food Policy Council.
What was proclaimed: Supervisor David Parlier presented the proclamation recognizing local food‑security efforts and invited CAPK leadership to speak. The board voted to adopt the proclamation by voice vote.
CAPK statistics and activities: Jeremy Tobias, CEO of CAPK, told the board that in 2024 CAPK distributed more than 22,500,000 pounds of food across Kern County and engages with people experiencing food insecurity more than 200,000 times each month. CAPK staff described a slate of September activities including a KGET Feed Kern Now drive at Compassion Corner, a community box‑building day at the Kern County Fair on Sept. 23, and a food‑distribution presence at the Kern County Fair.
Why it matters: CAPK and partner agencies said food insecurity affects one in five Kern County residents and that distribution requires coordination with more than 150 partner agencies. CAPK officials called for volunteer involvement and emphasized partnerships with local nonprofits, faith groups, and schools.
Board comments and partners: Supervisor Parlier and other supervisors thanked CAPK staff and the Food Policy Council for reinvigorating food‑policy work. CAPK’s staff and board members, including Maritza Jimenez and food‑bank administrator Kelly Lowry, were present and outlined local volunteer opportunities and holiday distributions.
Ending: The board adopted the proclamation; CAPK encouraged residents to attend Hunger Action Month events and referenced capkfoundation.org/ham for details.
