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Greater Boston Food Bank marks 20th Chain of Giving, mobilizes volunteers and donors
Summary
At its 20th Chain of Giving, the Greater Boston Food Bank announced large holiday distributions, thanked supermarkets and suppliers for donations, and called on volunteers to form a human chain to unload holiday food. Leaders highlighted year-round food insecurity and credited a network of corporate, philanthropic and government partners.
The Greater Boston Food Bank marked its 20th annual Chain of Giving with a call for volunteers and donations and a public pledge to distribute holiday food across Eastern Massachusetts.
Cheryl Shondek, chief operating officer, opened the ceremony at the food bank's distribution warehouse and said the organization expects to distribute nearly 50,000 turkeys and 100,000 chickens this holiday season. "Many assume that folks are hungry at the holidays. You get it. You know that…
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