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30-05-2025
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Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank launches summer meal program to fight child hunger
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — As summer break begins, thousands of children across south Louisiana are at risk of going hungry without access to school meals. To meet this critical need, the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank is launching a seasonal program to provide free meals to kids and teens in rural areas. Starting in June, the food bank will operate 13 summer meal distribution sites across 11 parishes, focusing on regions where grocery stores and food assistance are limited. 'When you talk about the number of children who are food insecure or hungry in our area, it's a challenge,' said Mike Manning, President and CEO of the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. Each child 18 and under is eligible to receive one meal box per week, containing seven days' worth of shelf-stable breakfasts and lunches—no cooking or refrigeration required. No ID, proof of income, or citizenship status is necessary to participate. 'All they need to do is identify their site, pay attention to the date, and show up to get the food,' Manning explained. The initiative is funded in part by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and carried out in partnership with local libraries, churches, and community organizations. The Food Bank is deliberately targeting rural areas, as larger parishes like East Baton Rouge already have federally supported programs in place. 'Our goal is to address food insecurity where it's not already being covered,' said Manning. 'Don't be afraid or hesitant—this is about your kids.' The program runs through early August. Families can text 'FOOD' or 'COMIDA' to 304-304 to find the nearest participating location. (Sample of 5 sites listed below. Visit the Food Bank's website for the full list.) St. Helena Branch Library – Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 5–Aug. 7 Clinton Branch Library – Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 4–Aug. 6 Morganza Branch Library – Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., June 3–July 29 Grosse Tete Branch Library – Mondays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., June 2–Aug. 4 Erwinville Community Children's Org. – Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., June 3–July 29 The Food Bank is also in need of donations and volunteers to support this summer's operations. To get involved, visit or call the Food Bank directly. Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank launches summer meal program to fight child hunger Orleans Parish sheriff's office asks for removal of district attorney in escape investigation Reward increased to $50K for each remaining Orleans Parish fugitives on the run Cat who survived 400-foot Utah canyon fall adopted by rescuing pilot Man arrested after 2023 ATM robbery in Baton Rouge Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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20-04-2025
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April 26: Poultry & Small Animal Spring Auction
Poultry & Small Animal Spring Auction at the Oxbow Fire Hall on Saturday, April 26, the auction starts at 10 a.m. Consignments will be accepted from 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. The event is presented by Northern New York Poultry Fanciers. The club is charging a 20% consignment fee on all items. All poultry & small animals must be in a vented box/container. For more information, you can contact Pat Burns at 315-276-5121 or Auctioneer Mike Manning at 315-276-5249. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
